Milady's Art & Science of Nail Technology

by Milady

• ISBN13: 9781562533267
• ISBN10: 1562533266
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 1997-01-15
• Publisher: Cengage Learning

Summary

Ideal reference for students and practicioners of nail technology.

Table of Contents

PREFACE	xiii	(4)
ACKNOWLEDGMENT	xvii
INTRODUCTION	1	(6)
PART I GETTING STARTED	7	(44)
Chapter 1 YOUR PROFESSIONAL IMAGE	7	(8)
Introduction	7	(1)
Professional Salon Conduct	7	(3)
Professional Salon Conduct Toward Clients	7	(2)
Professional Salon Conduct Toward Employers and Coworkers	9	(1)
Professional Ethics	10	(1)
Professional Ethics Toward Clients	10	(1)
Professional Ethics Toward Employer and Coworkers	11	(1)
Your Professional Appearance	12	(3)
Chapter 2 BACTERIA AND OTHER INFECTIOUS AGENTS	15	(11)
Introduction	15	(1)
Bacteria	15	(1)
Types of Bacteria	15	(1)
Classifications of Pathogenic Bacteria	16	(1)
Growth and Reproduction of Bacteria	17	(1)
Movement of Bacteria	17	(1)
Viruses and Fungus	17	(3)
Viruses	17	(1)
Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)	17	(1)
Fungus and Mold	18	(1)
Nail Fungal Infections	18	(1)
Mold and Mildew	19	(1)
Exposing the Natural Nail	19	(1)
Prevention	19	(1)
Parasites	20	(1)
Rickettsia	20	(1)
Understanding Infection	20	(6)
Immunity to Infection	20	(1)
How Infections Breed in the Salon	21	(1)
How Nail Technicians Can Fight Infections	22	(4)
Chapter 3 SANITATION AND DISINFECTION	26	(12)
Introduction	26	(1)
Contamination Control	26	(1)
Sterilization	27	(1)
Sanitation	27	(1)
Disinfection	28	(3)
Effective Use of Disinfectants	29	(1)
Type of Disinfectants	30	(1)
Implements and Other Surfaces	31	(1)
Pre-Service Sanitation Procedures	32	(1)
Ultraviolet Ray Sanitizers	33	(1)
Bead "Sterilezers"	33	(1)
Beware of Formalin	34	(1)
Blood Spills	34	(1)
Disinfectant Safety	35	(1)
Universal Sanitation	35	(3)
Chapter 4 SAFETY IN THE SALON	38	(13)
Introduction	38	(1)
Common Chemicals Used by Nail Technicians	38	(1)
Learn About the Chemicals in Your Products	39	(2)
What Is an MSDS?	39	(1)
How You Can Get Material Safety Data Sheets	40	(1)
Avoiding Overexposure Is Easy!	41	(2)
Ventilation Control	41	(1)
Local Exhaust	42	(1)
Preventing Overexposure to Dusts	43	(1)
A Dangerous Misconception	43	(1)
Protect Your Eyes	43	(1)
Other Tips for Working Safely	44	(1)
Cumulative Trauma Disorders	46	(1)
What to Do?	46	(5)
PART 2 THE SCIENCE OF NAIL TECHNOLOGY	51	(66)
Chapter 5 NAIL PRODUCT CHEMISTRY SIMPLIFIED	51	(14)
Introduction	51	(1)
Understanding Chemicals	51	(2)
Matter and Energy	51	(1)
Molecules and Elements	51	(1)
Forms of Matter	51	(1)
Chemical Reactions	52	(1)
Catalyst	52	(1)
Solvents and Solutes	52	(1)
Adhesion and Adhesives	53	(2)
Adhesives	53	(1)
Primers	53	(1)
A Clean Start	54	(1)
Fingernail Coatings	55	(3)
Monomers and Polymers	55	(1)
Understanding Polymerizations	56	(1)
Simple vs. Cross-linking Polymer Chains	56	(1)
Light and Heat Energy	57	(1)
Evaporation Coatings	57	(1)
"Better for the Nail" Claims	58	(1)
Avoiding Skin Problems	58	(4)
Dermatitis	58	(1)
Prolonged or Repeated Contact	59	(1)
Irrihant Contact Dermatitis	60	(1)
Remember These Precautions	61	(1)
Protect Yourself	62	(1)
The Overexposure Principle	62	(3)
Chapter 6 ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY	65	(22)
Introduction	65	(1)
Cells	65	(2)
Cell Growth	66	(1)
Cell Metabolism	66	(1)
Tissues	67	(1)
Organs	67	(1)
Systems	68	(1)
The Skeletal System	68	(3)
Structure of Bone	69	(1)
Joints	69	(1)
Bones of the Arm and Hand	69	(1)
Bones of the Leg and Foot	70	(1)
The Mucular System	71	(5)
Muscle Part	72	(1)
Stimulation of Muscles	73	(1)
Muscles Affected by Massage	73	(3)
The Nervous System	76	(3)
The Brain and Spinal Cord	76	(1)
Nerve Cells and Nerves	77	(2)
The Circlatory System	79	(4)
The Heart	79	(1)
The Blood	80	(3)
The Endocrine System	83	(1)
The Excretory System	83	(1)
The Respiratory System	84	(1)
The Digestive System	84	(3)
Chapter 7 THE NAIL AND ITS DISORDERS	87	(10)
Introduction	87	(1)
Parts of the Nail	87	(1)
Parts of the Nail	87	(1)
Structures Beneath the Nail	87	(1)
Skin Surrounding the Nail	88	(1)
Nail Disorders	88	(9)
Nail Disorders That Can Be Serviced by a Nail Technician	89	(4)
Nail Disorders That Cannot Be Serviced by a Nail Technician	93	(4)
Chapter 8 THE SKIN AND ITS DISORDERS	97	(11)
Introduction	97	(1)
Healthy Skin	97	(5)
Function of the Skin	97	(1)
Structure of the Skin	98	(2)
Nourishment of the Skin	100	(1)
Nerves of the Skin	100	(1)
Glands of the Skin	101	(1)
Elasticity of the Skin	102	(1)
Skin Disorders	102	(3)
Lesions of the Skin	103	(1)
Inflammations of the Skin	104	(1)
Infections of the Skin	105	(1)
Pigmentation of the Skin	105	(1)
Hypertrophies (New Growths) of the Skin	106	(2)
Chapter 9 CLIENT CONSULTATION	108	(9)
Introduction	108	(1)
Determining the Condition of Nails and Skin	108	(1)
Determining Your Client's Needs	109	(1)
Meeting Your Client's Needs	109	(1)
Completing the Client Health/Record Card	110	(3)
Maintaining the Client Service Record	113	(4)
PART 3 BASIC PROCEDURES	117	(40)
Chapter 10 MANICURING	117	(28)
Introduction	117	(1)
Nail Technology Supplies	117	(71)
Equipment	117	(1)
Implements	118	(2)
Materials	120	(1)
Nail Cosmetics	121	(3)
Procedure for Basic Table Set-Up	124	(1)
Choosing a Nail Shape	125	(1)
Water Manicure	126	(7)
Water Manicure Pre-Service	126	(1)
Water Manicure Procedure	127	(5)
Water Manicure Post-Service	132	(1)
French Manicure	133	(1)
Reconditioning Hot Oil Manicure	133	(2)
Supplies	134	(1)
Reconditioning Hot Oil Manicure Pre-Service	134	(1)
Reconditioning Hot Oil Manicure Procedure	134	(1)
Man's Manicure	135	(4)
Procedure	135	(4)
Electric Manicure	139	(1)
Paraffin Wax	140	(1)
Hand and Arm Massage	140	(5)
Hand Massage Techniques	141	(1)
Arm Massage Technique	142	(3)
Chapter 11 PEDICURING	145	(12)
Introduction	145	(1)
Supplies	145	(1)
Pedicure	146	(1)
Pedicure Pre-Service	146	(1)
Predicure Procedure	147	(3)
Pedicure Post-Service	150	(1)
Foot Massage	151	(6)
Foot Massage Techniques	151	(6)
PART 4 THE ART OF NAIL TECHNOLOGY	157	(64)
Chapter 12 NAIL TIPS	157	(8)
Introduction	157	(1)
Supplies for Nail Tips	157	(1)
Nail Tip Application	158	(4)
Nail Tip Application Pre-Service	158	(1)
Nail Tip Application Procedure	158	(3)
Nail Tip Post-Service	161	(1)
Maintenance and Removal of Tips	162	(3)
Maintenance	162	(1)
Tip Removal	162	(3)
Chapter 13 NAIL WRAPS	165	(11)
Introduction	165	(1)
Fabric Wraps	165	(1)
Supplies	165	(1)
Nail Wrap Pre-Service	165	(1)
Nail Wrap Procedure	166	(2)
Nail Wrap Post-Service	168	(1)
Fabric Wrap Maintenance, Removal, and Repairs	169	(3)
Fabric Wrap Maintenance	169	(2)
Repairs with Fabric Wraps	171	(1)
Fabric Wrap Removal	171	(1)
Paper Wraps	172	(1)
Supplies	172	(1)
Paper Wrap Application Procedure	172	(1)
Liquid Nail Wrap	173	(3)
Chapter 14 ACRYLIC NAILS	176	(17)
Introduction	176	(1)
Acrylic Nails Over Forms	176	(6)
Supplies for Acrylic Nails	176	(1)
Acrylic Nail Pre-Service	177	(1)
Acrylic Nail Procedure	177	(4)
Acrylic Nail Post-Service	181	(1)
Acrylic Nails Over Tips or Natural Nails	182	(2)
Procedure	182	(2)
Acrylic Nail Application Over Bitten Nails	184	(2)
Procedure	184	(2)
Acrylic Nail Maintenance and Removal	186	(4)
Acrylic Maintenance	186	(3)
Acrylic Removal	189	(1)
Odorless Acrylics	190	(3)
Chapter 15 GELS	193	(9)
Introduction	193	(1)
Light-Cured Gel on Tips or Natural Nails	193	(3)
Supplies	193	(1)
Gel Application Pre-Service	193	(1)
Light-Cured Gel Procedure	194	(2)
Gel Application Post-Service	196	(1)
Light-Cured Gel Over Forms	196	(2)
No-Light Gel Application	198	(1)
Gel Maintenance and Removal	199	(3)
Gel Maintenance	199	(1)
Gel Removal	199	(3)
Chapter 16 THE CREATIVE TOUCH	202	(19)
Introduction	202	(1)
Creating Nail Art	202	(4)
Gems	202	(1)
Striping Tape	203	(1)
Foil	203	(1)
Nail Tape Application	203	(2)
Gold Leaf Application	205	(1)
Freehand Painting	206	(1)
Using an Airbrush for Nail Color and Nail Art	206	(3)
Airbrush Equipment and Operation	207	(2)
Getting Started and Finished	209	(4)
Set-up and Practice	209	(2)
Real People	211	(2)
Two-Color Fade	213	(3)
Traditional French Manicure (with Optional Lunula)	216	(5)
PART 5 THE BUSINESS OF NAIL TECHNOLOGY	221	(13)
Chapter 17 SALON BUSINESS	221	(8)
Introduction	221	(1)
Your Working Environment	221	(2)
The Full-Service Salon	221	(1)
The Nails-Only Salon	221	(1)
Make Your Decision	222	(1)
Keeping Good Personal Records	223	(1)
Income	223	(1)
Expenses	223	(1)
Appointments	223	(1)
Understanding Salon Business Records	224	(1)
Using Business Records	224	(1)
Keeping Client Records	225	(1)
Keeping Inventory Records	225	(1)
Booking Appointments	225	(1)
Advertising Yourself	226	(1)
Collecting Payment for Services	226	(3)
Chapter 18 SELLING NAIL PRODUCTS AND SERVICES	229	(5)
Introduction	229	(1)
Know Your Products and Services	229	(1)
Features	229	(1)
Benefits	230	(1)
Know What Your Client Needs and Wants	230	(1)
Present Your Products and Services	231	(1)
Sell While You Work	231	(1)
Display a List of Your Services	231	(1)
Display Your Products	231	(1)
Answer Questions and Objections	232	(1)
Questions	232	(1)
Objections	232	(1)
Close the Sale	232	(2)
Suggestion Selling	232	(1)
Wrap-Up	233	(1)
Scheduling Another Appointment	233	(1)
ANSWERS TO REVIEW QUESTIONS	234	(25)
GLOSSARY/INDEX	259