manicure
By Livebird_1
Oct 11, 2014
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School of Horticulture, Hairdressing and Applied Therapies
Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology
Unit UV20470 – Provide manicure services
Workbook
1. Describe how to conduct a nail and skin analysis and what important factors must be assessed. Analysis procedure
Nail analysis
Cuticle analysis
Skin analysis
2. Describe what contact dermatitis is and how can you avoid developing it when carrying out nail services
3. Describe how to effectively and safely position manicure tools and materials for manicure services
4.
Insert a picture of the following manicured nail shapes:
Oval, Round, Square, Squoval, pointed
5. Describe common natural nail types and how they can be treated, the first one has been done for you Nail type
Characteristics and cause of nail condition
Recommended treatment
Ridged
Ridged nails are caused by uneven nail growth.
Usually the result of an illness or injury.
Buff to minimise the ridges.
Use a ridge filler when painting for a smoother finish.
Avoid pearlised varnishes, as these will increase the visibility of the ridges.
Dry
Weak
Split
Discoloured
Brittle
Thickened
Overgrown cuticles
6. Explain the importance of filing the free edge to complement the client’s natural nail conditions and how this is carried out correctly.
7. Describe the different types of manicure tools and equipment and how to use them Equipment
What is it used for?
Emery board
Orange stick
Cuticle knife
Cuticle nipper
Nail scissors
Toe nail clippers
Hoof stick
Nail brush
Nail buffer
8. List the principle ingredients and describe the use of each of the products below Name of Product
Principle Ingredients
Product Use
Nail Polish Remover
Cuticle Cream
Cuticle remover
Buffing Paste
Base Coat
Nail Enamel
9. Describe the different types of massage movements used in a manicure and what would be the benefits Name of Movement
Benefit
10. The three main types of massage medium are listed below. Can you state the benefits of each massage medium?
Oil:
Talc:
Cream:
11. Give an example of a hand and nail treatment and explain the reasons why several services are necessary to improve skin and nail services
12. Explain the importance of removing excess moisture, debris and product from the natural nail to prepare for required nail finish
13. Describe the correct methods of applying different nail finishes It is important that you recommend a colour of nail polish that is suitable for your client. For each of the clients listed below, say what colour or finish you would recommend and give reasons for your answers.
1A client with short nails
___________________________________________________________
2A client with poor circulation
___________________________________________________________
3A client with very short, bitten nails
___________________________________________________________
4A male client with ridges in his nails
___________________________________________________________
5A client with small hands
___________________________________________________________
14. Describe the correct method of removing nail polish
15. List the contra-actions that can occur during or after a manicure.
16. State the recommended time intervals for nail services
____________________________________________________________________
17. Describe the aftercare/homecare advice clients should be given with reference to maintenance requirements, products and tools for manicure services and why these are important 1.
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18. Describe the nail growth process and why diet and a good blood supply are vital
Nail growth
19. Research task on nail and skin diseases and disorders.
Whilst working as a beauty therapist you come into contact with a range of nail and skin diseases and disorders. Below are a list of nail and skin diseases and disorders. It is vital that you are able to recognise them and whether or not they are a restrict or prevent contra-indication. Create a table to describe the visual factors and also include a photographic image of each one.
a. Beau’s line
b. Blue nails
c. Bruised nail
d. Dermatitis
e. Eczema
f. Hangnail
h. Leuconychia
i. Paronychia
j. Psoriasis
k. Onychophagy
l. Onychorrexis
m. Ringworm
n. Scabies
o. Warts
p. Whitlow
Structure of the nail
Label the diagram below
Visible /underlying structures Cross section of the nail
19. Name and describe the function of each part of the nail from the diagram. Part of the Nail
Function and Description
20. Label the diagram of the bones of the hand and wrist
Name the two bones of the forearm which makes up the wrist joint.
a. b.
The wrist and hand are made up of ___________________ bones. The wrist is made up of _________________ irregular shaped bones, which interlock and are held together with __________________________
The individual names of the carpel bones are _________________. _______________, ___________________, ________________________, _________________________, ___________________, ________________________, _________________________.
There are _______________ metacarpal bones and _______________ phalanges in each hand.
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School of Horticulture, Hairdressing and Applied Therapies
Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology
Unit UV20470 – Provide manicure services
Workbook
1. Describe how to conduct a nail and skin analysis and what important factors must be assessed. Analysis procedure
Nail analysis
Cuticle analysis
Skin analysis
2. Describe what contact dermatitis is and how can you avoid developing it when carrying out nail services
3. Describe how to effectively and safely position manicure tools and materials for manicure services
4.
Insert a picture of the following manicured nail shapes:
Oval, Round, Square, Squoval, pointed
5. Describe common natural nail types and how they can be treated, the first one has been done for you Nail type
Characteristics and cause of nail condition
Recommended treatment
Ridged
Ridged nails are caused by uneven nail growth.
Usually the result of an illness or injury.
Buff to minimise the ridges.
Use a ridge filler when painting for a smoother finish.
Avoid pearlised varnishes, as these will increase the visibility of the ridges.
Dry
Weak
Split
Discoloured
Brittle
Thickened
Overgrown cuticles
6. Explain the importance of filing the free edge to complement the client’s natural nail conditions and how this is carried out correctly.
7. Describe the different types of manicure tools and equipment and how to use them Equipment
What is it used for?
Emery board
Orange stick
Cuticle knife
Cuticle nipper
Nail scissors
Toe nail clippers
Hoof stick
Nail brush
Nail buffer
8. List the principle ingredients and describe the use of each of the products below Name of Product
Principle Ingredients
Product Use
Nail Polish Remover
Cuticle Cream
Cuticle remover
Buffing Paste
Base Coat
Nail Enamel
9. Describe the different types of massage movements used in a manicure and what would be the benefits Name of Movement
Benefit
10. The three main types of massage medium are listed below. Can you state the benefits of each massage medium?
Oil:
Talc:
Cream:
11. Give an example of a hand and nail treatment and explain the reasons why several services are necessary to improve skin and nail services
12. Explain the importance of removing excess moisture, debris and product from the natural nail to prepare for required nail finish
13. Describe the correct methods of applying different nail finishes It is important that you recommend a colour of nail polish that is suitable for your client. For each of the clients listed below, say what colour or finish you would recommend and give reasons for your answers.
1A client with short nails
___________________________________________________________
2A client with poor circulation
___________________________________________________________
3A client with very short, bitten nails
___________________________________________________________
4A male client with ridges in his nails
___________________________________________________________
5A client with small hands
___________________________________________________________
14. Describe the correct method of removing nail polish
15. List the contra-actions that can occur during or after a manicure.
16. State the recommended time intervals for nail services
____________________________________________________________________
17. Describe the aftercare/homecare advice clients should be given with reference to maintenance requirements, products and tools for manicure services and why these are important 1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
18. Describe the nail growth process and why diet and a good blood supply are vital
Nail growth
19. Research task on nail and skin diseases and disorders.
Whilst working as a beauty therapist you come into contact with a range of nail and skin diseases and disorders. Below are a list of nail and skin diseases and disorders. It is vital that you are able to recognise them and whether or not they are a restrict or prevent contra-indication. Create a table to describe the visual factors and also include a photographic image of each one.
a. Beau’s line
b. Blue nails
c. Bruised nail
d. Dermatitis
e. Eczema
f. Hangnail
h. Leuconychia
i. Paronychia
j. Psoriasis
k. Onychophagy
l. Onychorrexis
m. Ringworm
n. Scabies
o. Warts
p. Whitlow
Structure of the nail
Label the diagram below
Visible /underlying structures Cross section of the nail
19. Name and describe the function of each part of the nail from the diagram. Part of the Nail
Function and Description
20. Label the diagram of the bones of the hand and wrist
Name the two bones of the forearm which makes up the wrist joint.
a. b.
The wrist and hand are made up of ___________________ bones. The wrist is made up of _________________ irregular shaped bones, which interlock and are held together with __________________________
The individual names of the carpel bones are _________________. _______________, ___________________, ________________________, _________________________, ___________________, ________________________, _________________________.
There are _______________ metacarpal bones and _______________ phalanges in each hand.
22.