Callus Softener

A product designed to soften and smooth thickened tissue (calluses), especially on heels and over pressure points

Curette

A small scoop shaped implement used for more efficient removal of debris from the nail folds, eponychium and hyponychium areas

Exfoliating scrub

A water-based lotion that contains a mild, gritty-like abrasive and moisturizers to help remove dry flaky skin and reduce calluses

Foot File

Also known as a pedicure paddle, a large abrasive file used to smooth and reduce thicker areas of calluses

Foot soak

A product containing gentle soaps and moisturizers that is used in a pedicure bath to cleanse and soften the skin

Mask

Also known as a masque, a concentrated treatment product often composed of mineral clays, moisturizing agents, skin softeners, aromatherapy oils, botanical extracts and other beneficial ingredients to cleanse, exfoliate, tighten, tone, hydrate and nourish the skin

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)

A type of infectious bacteria that is highly resistant to conventional treatments due to incorrect doe or choice of antibiotic

Microtrauma

The act of causing tiny unseen openings in the skin that may allow entry by pathogenic microbes. Shaving is a common cause of microtrauma

Nail Rasp

A metal file with an edge that can file the nail plate in only one direction

Pedicure

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

Reflexology

A practice based on the belief that working on areas or reflex points found on hands, feet ears and face can reduce tension in the body's corresponding organs and gland structures

Toe separators

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

Toenail clippers

Professional instruments with curved or straight jaws specifically designed for cutting toenails

Toenail nippers

A metal device designed specifically for cutting the toenails, larger than a fingernail clipper, with thicker blades