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E-FILE FOOT PEDAL
- Posted by Sean McWard
E-FILE FOOT PEDAL [e-fahyl fut peh dl]
What it is: A lever that allows a nail technician to control the speed of an e-file with their foot. Each pedal is designed to be compatible with its same model e-file and can be connected to the motor with a cord or in recent years wireless and connected by Bluetooth technology.
How to use it: Choose a foot pedal for hands-free control of speed of an e-file machine. This allows the technician to slowly prepare delicate surfaces or quickly remove product without stopping to adjust manual controls. It can also save time while changing e-file bits during service.
How to apply: Connect to the e-file machine by cord or blutooth to sync the motor to the foot pedal. Then, use in professional salon services as trained.
How to clean: Clean according to manufacturer’s direction.
How to store: Turn off the e-file, disconnect cord or bluetooth, and store foot pedal in a drawer or cabinet.
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What is a reverse french application?
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What is a reverse french application?
Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2023
Most French enhancement techniques teach the tech to apply white at the free-edge and create the smile line. Then the pink is added to the nail plate and the two are connected. In a reverse application, you add the pink to the nail bed and create a reverse smile line. Some let this dry and file it clean and smooth before adding a form and the white extension. The benefit to this technique is being able to push the white directly against the pink to create a clean line. This technique was originally created for applying cover pink powders. It can also be beneficial when sculpting gel.
Is the cuticle tissue dead or alive
- Posted by Sebastian Campos Rosas
Is the cuticle tissue dead or alive?
Article by Alisha Rimando | Published in 2023
Cuticle is a thin layer of colorless dead tissue between the proximal nail fold, eponychium and the nail plate. Together they form a seal to keep pathogens from infecting the matrix area. To avoid product lifting in this area, best practice is to remove all cuticle that is directly attached to the nail plate, so polish and other nail products can adhere directly to the nail and not atop the cuticle. To gently detach cuticle from the nail plate, dip a 2×2 gauze square in cuticle remover and gently scrub the nail plate in a circular motion up to the eponychium. Trim excess cuticle or hangnails with a sharp cuticle nipper.
ELECTRIC FILE
- Posted by Sean McWard
ELECTRIC FILE [ih-lek-trik fahyl]
What it is: Created as a substitute for more traditional hand file, the electric filing machine is specifically designed for the nail industry to make nail services quicker and place less strain on the body.
How to use: Used with various nail bits for product removal, maintenance, shaping and smoothing on salon nail services.
How to apply: After proper training with the manufacturer use in professional salon services as directed.
How to clean: Clean according to manufacturer’s direction.
How to store: Turn off machine, remove nail bit from the chuck in the hand piece to store the unit safely.
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E-FILE
- Posted by Sean McWard
E-FILE [e-fahyl]
What it is: An electric-powered nail drill that contains a handpiece, a motor and a series of interchangeable drill bits. The direction of rotation and speed can be controlled on the motor during use by adjusting the controls on the motor or with some machines speed can be controlled with a foot pedal.
How to use: This rotary tool is designed to help nail technicians shape, smooth or remove artificial nail products as well as exfoliate calluses and cuticles, and prepare the nail plate for artificial nail services. With the proper training and education, an e-file can save time and money while decreasing repetitive strain injury on hands, wrists and shoulders from hand-filing.
How to apply: After proper training with the manufacturer use in professional salon services as directed.
How to clean: Clean according to manufacturer’s direction.
How to store: To store, turn off the machine, remove the nail bit from the chuck, and store the handpeice securly to avoid damage.
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VIRUS
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VIRUS [vahy-ruhs]
What it is: Sub-microscopic infectious agent that replicates inside living cells and can cause disease in all types of life forms.
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SANITIZER
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SANITIZER [san-i-tahy-zer]
What it is: A substance used to reduce or eliminate pathogens on skin or surfaces.
How to use it: Used on client and professional before service begins. Used on surfaces and tools between clients.
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PATHOGEN
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PATHOGEN [path-uh-juhn]
What it is: A bacteria, virus or fungi that has reached a population size large enough to cause disease or illness in humans. Simply known as a germ.
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DISINFECTION
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DISINFECTION [dis-in-fek-shuhn]
What it is: A process that kills most living pathogens on a surface.
How to use it: Use on surfaces and tools after sanitizing to decontaminate between clients.
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DISINFECTANT
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DISINFECTANT [dis-in-fek-tuhnt]
What it is: Any chemical agent used chiefly on inanimate objects to destroy and/or inhibit the growth of most pathogens.
How to use it: Used on surfaces and tools after sanitizing to decontaminate between clients.
How to store it: In a cool, dry place away from heat and light.
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DISEASE
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DISEASE [dih-zeez]
What it is: An unhealthy condition; disorder of structure or function in the body.
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AUTOCLAVE
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AUTOCLAVE [aw-tuh-kleyv]
What it is: A device used for sterilizing metal implements to hospital grade by means of steam under pressure .
How to use it: May be required by local law for sterilizing nail implements between clients.