Lesson Aims

Recall contra-indications Recall & Explain code of practice for nail servicesDescribe & Explain the correct & incorrect use of tools Perform full pedicure routine

Nail Services code of practice

Tool Why we use the tool

Correct method of use

Incorrect method of use

Nail File Smooth & shape nail

Smooth in one direction

Filing backwards & forwards

Orange wood stick Clean under nail /clean around the nail when painting

Clean under free edge / apply products

Digging under the free edge

Cuticle Knife Lift up excess cuticle

Use damp and flat against nail plate

Not using damp - scratch the nail plate

Cuticle Knippers Remove excess cuticle and dead skin

Hold flat & nip excess cuticle

Cutting the cuticle

Toe Nail Clippers Reduce length of the toenails

Cut in straight shape

Cutting the nails too short

Foot File Remove hard skinSmooth

Use on dry skin Using on damp skin

1. Effleurage from the foot to the knee X 5

2. Thumb frictions in-between metatarsals X 2

3. Thumb frictions to the sole of the foot X 2

4. Toe circulating X 2

5. Palm kneading to the bottom of the foot X 5

6. Finger kneading around the ankle bone X 2

7. Deep stroking the sole of foot X 5

8. Effleurage from foot to the knee X 5