BASICS OF MANICURE

AND PEDICURE
What is cosmetology?
Cosmetology is a field that includes several
specialties. Those who are barbers or hair stylists are
part of the cosmetology field. As well, those
specializing in nail care, such as manicurists and
pedicurists, are cosmetologists. However, other
practitioners can be said to work in the field of
cosmetology as well. For example, those who
shampoo hair are considered cosmetologists
Cosmetology fields like hairstyling, barbering, and
manicuring, tend to require both training and licensing
prior to being able to legally practice. Training tends to
occur in beauty schools. Requirements prior to entering a
beauty or barbering school are varied. Some schools
require a minimum of a high school education, while
others merely require proven ability to read and
write.Once a student has completed school, he or she
takes both written and practical exams that demonstrate
knowledge of subjects covered.
BASICS OF MANICURE AND PEDICURE
Manicure comes from the Latin word manus
which means hands and cura means care,it
means care of the hands and nails. A manicure
is a cosmetic beauty treatment for the fingernails
and hands performed at home or in a nail salon.
A manicure treatment is not only a treatment for
the natural nails but also for the hands.
 A manicure consists of filing, shaping of the free edge,
treatments, massage of the hand and the application of
polish.
Nowadays the manicure is not just for an aesthetic
benefit. More emphasis is now given to correct
preparation of the nail such as removing the cuticle (
eponychium) and applying a variety of creams and oils in
order to maintain a healthy balance of oils on and around
the nail bed.
Pedicure on the other hand comes from the latin word
"pedi" meaning foot and cura meaning the care of the
feet.
Purpose of Pedicure/Manicure
1.To improve the appearance of
hands and nails
2.It cleans the nails
3.it beautifies the fingernails and
toenails.
4.To feel comfortable.
 Equipments and Materials needed in Manicure

A. Equipment

1. Manicure table and adjustable lamp

B. Tools and their Uses

1.Orangewood stick-
to loosen cuticle, to
work around the nail,
and for applying cream,
oil, or solvent to the nail
and cuticle.
2. Nail file-
used to shape
and smooth the
free edge of
the nail.
3.Cuticle pusher-
to push back and
loosen the cuticle.
4. Cuticle nipper-
to trim the cuticle
5. Nail brush- to
clean the nail and
fingertips with the
aid of warm soapy
water.
6. Emery board- to
shape the free edge
of the finger nails with
the coarse side and
level the nail on the
fine side.
7. Nail buffer- use
to smoothen the top
portion of the nail
plate.
8. Nail cutter- to
cut the nails.
9. Tweezer- to gently
lift small bits of
cuticle.
C. Cosmetics
1. Cuticle cream- use to prevent brittle nails and dry cuticle.
2. Cuticle remover- used to soften the dead cuticle around the nail.
3. Cuticle oil- used to soften and lubricate the skin around the nails.
4. Cuticle solvent- may contain 2-5 % of sodium or potassium
hydroxide plus glycerin.
5. Nail whitener- applied as a paste, cream, or coated, string, this
consists mainly of white pigments (zinc dioxide or titanium dioxide).
When applied under the free edge of the nail they keep the tip
looking white.
6. Nail polisher- solvent containing acetone or other solvent is used
to thin out the nail polish when it is thickened.
7. Nail polish- is usually prepared in the form of powder or paste. It
smoothes the nail and also imparts a sheen to the nail during buffing
.
8. Nail drier- is a fine spray which protects the nail against stickeness
and dulling. Can be used either as a spray over the top coat or directly
in the nail polish.
9.Base Coat- is a liquid product applied before the liquid nail polish. With
this applicator the nail polish adheres readily to the surface. It also has a
hard glass which prevents the color in the nail polish from staining the
nail tissue.
10. Top coat or top sealer- is a liquid applied over the nail polish. This
product protects the polish and minimizes the chipping or cracking of
the colored polish.
11. Nail strengthener- is a product designed to prevent the nails
from splitting or peeling. It is applied to the tips of the nails only.
12. Hand cream and lotion- keep the skin soft by replacing the natural
oil lost from the skin.
D. Materials
1. Absorbent cotton- to remove cosmetics on the nails.
2. Soap- for finger rings
3. Warm water- for finger bath
4. Towel- use individual towel for each patron
5. Cleansing tissue to use whenever necessary
6. Antiseptic- used for minor injuries to tissues surroundings the nails.
7.Disinfectants- used to sanitize implements; to sponge the
manicure table.
8. Spatula- used to removed creams from jars
9. Mending tissue and mending liquid- to repair or cover broken,
split or torn nails .
 Different Shapes of Nails

Square Round
Oval Pointed
The shape of the nail should conform to that of
the tips for a more natural effect. In general the
oval shaped nail, nicely rounded at the base and
slightly pointed at the tips, fits most fingers and
toes. Oval shape is the most perfect shape of the
nail. If the form of the nail is small, pointed
shaped is applicable and if the appearance of the
nail looks longer then it is advisable that the
square shape is recommended.
A. Common Designs in Manicuring
B. Decorative/Fancy Designs in Manicuring
 Sanitary Care in Manicure/Pedicure
1. Sanitize used manicure implements and place them in clean
cabinet sanitizer.
2. Placed used materials like tissue paper, used cotton, used Emery
board, etc. in the trash can or close containers.
3. Wipe the top of the manicure table with disinfectant and put
everything in order.
4. Clean the tops of nail polish bottles with polish remover.
5. Inspect the manicure drawer for cleanliness and order.
6. Wash and dry your hands.
 Preparation for a Plain Manicure

1. Removed old polish 2. Shape the nails

3. Soften the cuticle 4. Dry finger tips
5. Apply cuticle remover 6. Loosen cuticle
7. Clean under free edge 8. Cleanse Nails
After cleaning the nails the finishing touches is applied Do the
following:

1. Bevel nails 2. Apply the base coat

3. Remove excess polish 4. Apply top or seal coat

5.Apply hand lotion

 Quiz
Directions: identity what is being asked in the questions below. Write your
answers on the space provides.
__________1. It is used to loosen cuticle, to work around the nail, and for applying cream,
oil or solvent to the nail and cuticle.
__________2. It is the tool used to trim the cuticle
__________3. It is the tool used to push back and loosen the cuticle
__________4. It is the tool used to shape and smooth the free edge of the nail
__________5. It is used to soften the dead cuticle around the nail
__________6. Solvent containing acetone or other solvent is used to thin out the nail polish
when it is thickened
__________7. It is a liquid product applied before the liquid nail polish
__________8. Is usually prepared in the form of powder or paste.
__________9. Fields like hair styling, barbering, and manicuring, tend to require both training and
licensing prior to being able to legally practice
__________10. It comes from the Latin word manus which means hands and cura means
care, it means care of the hands and nails
Assignment

Instructions: Draw a fingernail in your notebook. Identify, label the parts of the nail
structure and give the function of each part.
Activity

Instructions: Bring all the manicure tools and cosmetics that are needed. Choose your
partner and you will apply the basic procedures in manicure.