1. Manicuring
Module 25

2. Introduction
Long polished nails were a mark of distinction between aristocrats and laborers
Luxury for very few
The biggest/fastest growing services in salon

3. Manicure Latin Manus = hand Cura = care
Artful treatment and care of the hands and nails

4. Purpose of Manicures
Improve the appearance of the hands and their nails

5. Professional Nail Technician
Knowledge of the structure of the nail
Knowledge of the composition of the cosmetics used
Ability to give a manicure/pedicure efficiently and effectively
Ability to care for the client’s manicuring problems or concerns

6. Knowledge to be able to distinguish between disorders that may be treated in the salon and those diseases that must be treated by a physician
A thorough awareness of the procedures involved in sanitation and disinfection

7. Nail Care Tools Equipment: Permanent tools used
Do not need to be replaced unless not in good repair
PP 794 – 798
Caution Box pp. 795
“Did You Know” Boxes PP 796, 798

8. Implements: Must be disinfected, sanitized or disposed of after use
Small enough to fit into a disinfectant container
PP 798 – 801
“Did You Know” Boxes – PP 799, 800, 801

9. Sanitation for Implements
Wash with soap and warm water, rinse
Metal implements must be completely immersed in container filled with an approved disinfectant. (Follow manufacturers’ instructions for required time).
Rinse and dry thoroughly with clean towels
Store Properly - Follow state regulations for storage

10. Materials: Supplies used that must be replaced for each client
Caution Box – PP 802
State Regulatory Alert Box – PP 803

11. Nail Cosmetics:
Develop a strong working knowledge of cosmetics and what ingredients they contain
You need to know how to apply each cosmetic
Know when to avoid using a product due to allergies or sensitivities
PP 803 – 807
“Did You Know” Boxes – PP 804, 805, 806
Caution Boxes – PP 806, 807

12. The manicure table Messy table creates a bad impression
Neat table will help client feel confident about your abilities
Follow all rules of sanitation and disinfection
Do not ask client to sit at dirty table PP

13. Client Consultation Talk to the client
Complete a client health record and service and product card
Discuss client’s general health, lifestyle, needs, and services to be offered
Use your knowledge to select the most appropriate service
“Did You Know” Box – PP 808

14. Analysis: Recommendations: Information-gathering Ask questions
Touch the skin, nails – educate the client
Recommendations:
Explain benefits and results of the recommended service (s)
Home care products and how to use

15. Portray yourself in a professional manner
Focus on client
Look directly at client while speaking in a tone that demonstrates integrity and confidence
Support your recommendations with facts and information
Be friendly and helpful

16. Discussing client’s general health
Diabetic
Carefully file and push Pterygium
NEVER nip cuticles
Heal slowly easily get infections
Damage can be deadly if skin is cut or scrapped
Arthritis - Hands held gently
Circulatory disease – massage very carefully if at all

17. Contraindicated – avoiding a procedure or condition that may produce undesirable side effects
Contraindication – condition that requires avoiding certain treatments, procedures to prevent undesirable effects

18. Choosing a nail shape Shape of client’s hands Length of fingers
Shape of cuticles
Nails should be shaped to mirror the shape of the cuticle
Type of work client does
People who work with their hands require shorter nail length

19. Square nail Round nail Straight across the free edge
No rounding at edges
Round nail
Slightly tapered
Extend just a bit past the tip of the finger
Common choice for men

20. Oval nail Pointed nail Squoval nail Ideal shape Thin delicate nail
Tapered somewhat longer than usual to enhance the slender appearance of the hand
Squoval nail
Extend only slightly past fingertip
Nail tip rounded off
Square nail with ends rounded

21. The Plain Manicure Three part procedure:
Pre-service function
Actual procedure
Post-service function
Discuss products used and suggest products for use at home
Before polishing – have client
Pay, get keys, jackets, etc.
“Did You Know” Box – PP 810

22. Handling Blood During a Manicure (PP 824 – 825)
Put on gloves
Apply Pressure
Stanch Bleeding
Complete service
Discard used materials
Clean table and disinfect implements
Remove gloves and wash hands

23. Finishing the nails Nail strengthener Base coat Colored polish
Top coat

24. Basic Manicure Procedure
Pre-service sanitation – PP
Basic Manicure Procedure – PP

25. Post-service procedures –PP

26. Five Types of Polish Application
Full coverage
Free edge
Hairline tip
Slim-line or free walls
Half moon or lunula

27. French Manicure
Free edge is polished, tipped or sculpted in an opaque color
Tropical – more bold colors on free edge

28. Hot Oil/ Conditioning Oil Manicure
Heated creams/oils
Beneficial for ridged or brittle nails
Nail biters –keeps cuticles soft

29. Hand and Arm Massage Keeps the hands flexible Well-groomed SmoothPP

30. Men’s Manicure Conservative Square or round shape Matte or dull finishPP

31. Paraffin Wax Manicure (PP 815-816)
Traps moisture
Heat opens pores
Exfoliates dead skin cells
Increases blood circulation
Petroleum by product
Sealing properties
Holds moisture

32. 125 ° °
Use only approved heaters
Will not harm artificial or natural nails

33. Spa Manicure (PP 813 – 814) Relaxing massage Exfoliation
Check for allergies
Distinctive names that describe the treatment

34. Aromatherapy Table 25-1 – Ten Basic Essential Oils
Table 25-2 – Carrier Oils
Table 25-3 – Choosing an aroma
Table 25-4 – Recipes for Manicures and Pedicures

35. Nail Art
PP 816

36. Nail Problems Hangnails – loose fringe of skin left around nail
Callus – thickened skin – softened with creams and lotions
Stains – may be bleached or using slightly dampening pumice powder to buff

37. Booth Manicure Electric Manicure Given while another service is given
Portable device operated by a small motor
Read directions and receive training before using!

38. Safety Rules in Manicuring
“Safety first”