THE WHY (continues) Nail services have become more frequent & more popular. A thorough understanding of Pedicures- The steps, The tools, Design and YOUR Scope of Practice will allow you to safely perform Nail services- adding extra revenue for you & your salon
Pedicuring Pedicure – cosmetic services performed on the feet by a licensed nail technician or cosmetologist Includes trimming, shaping, and polishing toenails; exfoliating skin; and massaging the feet and legs
Nail Technology Tools Equipment Implements Materials Products
Equipment Pedicure station (continues) Courtesy of European Touch . Pedicure stool and foot rest Pedicure foot bath Pedicure carts Ergonomic for your body type/comfort
Equipment (continues) Courtesy of European Touch . Pedicure foot baths Throne Whirlpool Basin Portable
Electric foot mitts Equipment Mask Terry cloth mitts Paraffin bath Hot stones
Implements Toenail clippers & Nippers Curette Nail Rasp Nail file/Abrasive Foot files/Paddle
Benefits of Paraffin Wax Treatments Paraffin – petroleum-based product that has excellent sealing properties to retain moisture in the skin Dip, Glove, Heated mitt ( one time use ), Cheese Cloth, Spray 120-130 degrees 120-130 degrees
Materials Toe separators Pedicure slippers
Professional Pedicure Products Foot soaks Exfoliating scrubs Masks Foot lotions or creams Callus softeners Urea; salicylic acid ; potassium hydroxide
Know All About Pedicures Choosing pedicure products Service menu Interaction during the service Scheduling Series pedicures (continues)
Three-Part Procedure Pre-service – cleaning tools, preparation Service – step-by-step plan for service Post-service – caring for client after procedure
Know All About Pedicures Spa pedicure Elderly clients Pedicure pricing (continues)
Know All About Pedicures Pedicure massage
Effleurage - Begin & end with P é trissage Fulling- lift/spread; arms Friction -more pressure, feel structure underneath Chucking Rolling Wringing Massage Techniques- Facial manipulations CAN translate to Manicure & Pedicure Services Rolling Effleurage Petrissage Friction
Tapotement Slapping Hacking Vibration Massage Techniques- Facial manipulations CAN translate to Manicure & Pedicure Services
PEDICURE FOOT MASSAGE Pedicure massage
All equipment that contains water must be cleaned and disinfected after EVERY service Should be entered in a logbook Single use tub liners may be used in some states Properly Clean and Disinfect Foot Spas
TYPES OF FOOT SPAS WHIRLPOOL - massaging effect by re-circulating water through pipes & jets AIR JET BASIN - uses blower to force air through small holes; bubbling massage; does not circulate Properly Clean and Disinfect Foot Spas
TYPES OF FOOT SPAS Pipe-less Foot spa Non Whirl Pool Foot Basin Properly Clean and Disinfect Foot Spas
List at least five unique pieces of equipment used in pedicures. Describe two specialty materials used when performing pedicures. What is a callus softener and how is it used? Explain the differences between a basic pedicure and a spa pedicure. REVIEW
Define reflexology and explain how it is used in pedicuring . Why is cleaning and disinfection of pedicure baths important? List the steps in a basic pedicure. List the steps in a foot and leg massage. REVIEW