Across
- 3. a metal file with an edge that can file the nail plate in only one direction
- 6. a stainless steel implement used to carefully trim away dead skin around the nails
- 7. a succession of strokes performed by gliding the hands over an area of the body with varying degrees of pressure or contact
- 9. a wooden stick used to remove cuticle tissue from the nail plate (by gently pushing), to clean under the free edge of the nail, or to apply products
- 10. a device used for sterilization by steam under pressure
- 11. tools used to perform nail services that are multiple use (reusable) or disposable
- 13. a stainless steel reusable implement used to push back the eponychium; it can also be used to gently scrape cuticle tissue from the natural nail plate
- 16. a type of ultraviolet-energy (UV) releasing lamp used to polymerize UV curable gel nail enhancements
Down
- 1. a reusable implement used to shorten the nail plate quickly and efficiently
- 2. a cosmetic treatment of the hands involving cutting, shaping, and often painting of the nails, removal of the cuticles, and softening of the skin
- 4. also known as the UV light bulb; a special bulb that emits UV light to cure UV gel nail enhancements
- 5. a kneading movement performed by lifting, squeezing, and pressing the tissue with a light, firm pressure
- 8. also known as a pedicure paddle; a large abrasive file used to smooth and reduce thicker areas of calluses
- 12. foam rubber or cotton disposable implements used to keep toes apart while polishing the nails. A new set must be used on each client and then thrown away
- 14. red marks cut into the nail by filing product with the front edge of the bit at an incorrect angle
- 15. a cosmetic service performed on the feet by a licensed nail technician or cosmetologist that includes trimming, shaping, and exfoliating skin and polishing toenails as well as foot massage