Pedicure

After completing this chapter, the student will have the knowledge and practical skills to perform a complete pedicure, to identify the tools required and demonstrate safe and correct handling. They will be able to exhibit proper setup of a table, identify the different nail shapes while incorporating sanitation and disinfection requirements.

Curriculum

• •Anatomy of the foot & lower leg
• •Indications and contraindications to treatment
• •Disorders of the toenails and feet
• •Management of corns & callus
• •Diabetic & elderly foot care
• •Pedicuring steps
• •Working with nail drills
• •Product knowledge and proper use of tools
• •How to perform a pedicure, including step by step, paraffin wax treatment, massage, and pre & post service procedures and much more

Practical Application

• •Instructor-led live demonstrations
• •Supervised practice sessions with real models
• •Tips for improving technique and client comfort

Specialties