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Nail Care Overview
Nail Care: Refers to the manicuring or pedicuring of natural nails or performing artificial nail services.
Tools Used in Nail Care
Tools (also known as implements): Durable and portable articles used in nail care services.
Common Tools in Manicure and Pedicure
Callous Remover: Designed for removing calluses and corns.
Cuticle Nail Pusher: Softens and loosens cuticles.
Cuticle Nipper: Implements to cut the cuticles.
Cuticle Scissor: Used for cutting stubborn cuticles.
Finger/Manicure Bowl: Small basin for soaking fingers to soften cuticles.
Foot File: Rough on one side and fine on the other to remove calluses and smooth feet.
Foot Spa Basin: Large container for soaking feet during a pedicure.
Manicure Tray: Flat container for organizing tools needed for use.
Manicure Nail Brush: Used for cleaning debris from the nail surface.
Mixing Bowl: Small rounded container for mixing aromatic fluids for hand or foot spa.
Nail Buffer: Smoothens and polishes nails.
Nail Cutter/Nail Clipper: Metal tool for trimming nails.
Nail File: Shapes the free edges of nails using coarse and fine sides.
Orangewood Stick: Used for removing excess nail polish.
Pedicure Nail Brush: Cleans nails by removing cosmetics.
Plastic Container for Cotton: Holds cotton balls for nail care.
Pumice Stone: Removes dry skin and calluses on feet.
Supply Tray: Holds necessary cosmetics and implements.
Trolley: Wheeled cart for transporting tools and materials.
Materials Used in Nail Care
Materials/Consumables: Cosmetics and supplies that are used up and need replacement. Examples include:
Base coat and top coat for nail protection.
Assorted nail polishes for decoration.
Cuticle oil to soften skin.
First aid supplies for emergencies.
Sanitizers and disinfectants to maintain hygiene.
Key Products
Alcohol: Used as a sanitizer.
Foot Products: Includes foot soak, scrub, and blush for maintaining foot hygiene and aesthetics.
Nail Treatment Products: Nail hardeners and quick-dry solutions applied for enhancing the nails' quality and finish.
Sterilizers: Equipment used for sterilizing metal implements.
Hygiene and Safety Equipment
Hand Towel: Used for drying hands.
Garbage Bins: For disposing of waste materials to keep working environments clean.
First Aid Kit: A collection of supplies for administering first aid in case of emergencies.
Nail Care Furniture
Manicure Table: Specifically designed for manicures, often mobile and equipped for storage.