Nail Care Research Articles

A Survey on the Satisfaction and Needs of Nail drill machine education

This study is basic research performed to develop nail drill training programs. The aim is to investigate satisfaction and needs among students and experienced workers who received prior nail drill training. A test was conducted among 200 nail care workers who had received nail drill training. For statistical analysis, SPSS 22.0 was adopted. The results found the following: First, among the students who completed nail drill training, most of them took the course through online learning or at a private institute. In terms of satisfaction with nail drill training, satisfaction with the number of students and training method was relatively high. However, training duration and practicality were somewhat low. Regarding needs from nail drill training, the repair of artificial nails, length adjustment and leveling were the highest. The nail care professionals with at least 3 years of work experience wanted ‘loose skin removal’, a technique commonly used at a nail salon. In contrast, those with less than 3 years of work experience showed a high demand for theory. This study is meaningful in that it is the first paper on educational needs performed among training candidates for the development of nail drill training programs. In addition, it is significant because it has provided information on consumer needs from a marketing perspective as well as basic data for nail drill curriculum.

Preparation of Hair Treatments Containing Flaxseed oil and Their Protective Effects on Hair

Entering the 21st century, diverse cosmetology industries have rapidly developed. Concurrently, people’s interest in their appearance has gradually increased. The most common ways of expressing such outer appearance include skincare, nail care, hairstyling, makeup and clothing. Among them, hairstyling is one of the most important factors. In particular, once hair is damaged due to frequent coloring or perming, it is hard to restore its health. Therefore, the need for hair clinics that prevents such hair damage has been emphasized. With the current popularity of the ‘healthy lifestyle’, people have a greater preference for natural hair conditioners that are free of any harmful chemical ingredients. This study Hair treatments containing flaxseed oil were prepared and their properties were investigated. with natural flax seed oil and analyzed their hair protection effects. Each formulation was applied to hair, and changes were compared. When a flax seed oil hair conditioner, not a base one, was used, hair mass, thickness and tensile strength increased. According to a methylene blue (MB) coloring test, hair damage has improved. Such improvement was greater in bleached hair than in natural hair. When examined by electron microscope, as flax seed oil content increased, hair surface was smoother with better cuticle conditions.

Translation and Test⁻Retest of the Spanish Podiatry Health Questionnaire (PHQ-S).

Background: The Podiatric Health Questionnaire (PHQ) is a health-related questionnaire consisting of six questions designed for measuring foot health status. To date, the PHQ has only been validated in the English-language version. Thus, this study aimed to perform the Spanish translation and test–retest procedures of the PHQ (PHQ-S). Method: The forward/backward translation and test–retest reliability methods were applied from English to Spanish languages. Regarding the total score for each domain, internal consistency and reliability were determined by the Cronbach α and intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC) with a confidence interval (CI) of 95%. Results: High internal consistency was shown for the six domains: (1) walking with a Cronbach α of 0.97; (2) hygiene and nail care with 0.93 and 093, respectively; (3) foot pain with 0.91; (4) worry and concern domain with 0.904; (5) quality of life with 0.87; and (6) the self-perception of how their feet are feeling measured by a visual analogic scale with 0.92. Excellent test–retest reliability (ICC = 0.99 (95% CI = 0.96–0.98)) was shown for the total score. Conclusions: The PHQ-S was shown to be a valid and reliable tool for an acceptable use in the Spanish population.

Socioeconomic factors influencing cosmetic usage patterns.

Despite daily exposure to chemicals in cosmetic products, there are few studies on the exposure levels to cosmetics particularly in Asians. We sought to investigate the usage pattern of cosmetics, including eye makeup products, fragrances, color makeups, and hair and nail care products, in Koreans. An online survey of 1,800 participants (908 males and 892 females, aged 15-59 years) from 5 Metropolitan cities (Seoul, Incheon, Daejeon, Daegu, and Busan) in Korea was conducted. For overall types of cosmetics, the proportion of users was 7.1% (range: 0.0-46.3%) in males and 30.7% (range: 1.0-82.8%) in females. The most prevalently used product was perfume (46.3%) in males and lipstick (82.8%) in females. In addition, the mean number of application for overall types of cosmetics was 22.7 (range: 4.6-49.4) times per month in male users and 24.8 (range: 4.2-62.0) in female users. The usage pattern was significantly altered according to demographic and socioeconomic factors, including age group, occupation, and income. This work estimated the prevalences and frequencies of use of a wide collection of cosmetics from a large number of Koreans and found that the usage pattern was significantly associated with demographic and socioeconomic factors.

Role of Nanotechnology in Cosmeceuticals: A Review of Recent Advances.

Nanotechnology manifests the progression in the arena of research and development, by increasing the efficacy of the product through delivery of innovative solutions. To overcome certain drawbacks associated with the traditional products, application of nanotechnology is escalating in the area of cosmeceuticals. Cosmeceuticals are regarded as the fastest growing segment of the personal care industry and the use has risen drastically over the years. Nanocosmeceuticals used for skin, hair, nail, and lip care, for conditions like wrinkles, photoaging, hyperpigmentation, dandruff, and hair damage, have come into widespread use. Novel nanocarriers like liposomes, niosomes, nanoemulsions, microemulsion, solid lipid nanoparticles, nanostructured lipid carrier, and nanospheres have replaced the usage of conventional delivery system. These novel nanocarriers have advantages of enhanced skin penetration, controlled and sustained drug release, higher stability, site specific targeting, and high entrapment efficiency. However, nanotoxicological researches have indicated concern regarding the impact of increased use of nanoparticles in cosmeceuticals as there are possibilities of nanoparticles to penetrate through skin and cause health hazards. This review on nanotechnology used in cosmeceuticals highlights the various novel carriers used for the delivery of cosmeceuticals, their positive and negative aspects, marketed formulations, toxicity, and regulations of nanocosmeceuticals.

Nonoperative Treatment of Lymphedema

Complex decongestive therapy is the mainstay of lymphedema (LE) therapy. It consists of two phases: an intensive volume reduction phase, principally involving low-stretch bandages and manual lymph drainage (MLD), followed by compression garment use to maintain the reduction achieved. Adjunctive treatments include the use of a sequential gradient pump, LE-specific exercises, skin and nail care, as well as risk-reduction precautions. Herein the techniques are described and the evidence for their effectiveness is reviewed.

Parrot Beak Nails Revisited: Case Series and Comprehensive Review.

The term “parrot beak nail” describes a morphologic change of the nail plate characterized by excessive forward curvature. It may be associated with systemic disease or, most commonly, occurs as an idiopathic finding complicated by delayed nail plate trimming. The characteristics of parrot beak nails in ten men are described, and the features of this acquired nail deformity are reviewed. Of the ten patients, six presented with concurrent neuropathies that resulted in frequent foot injuries or falls. While the true incidence of parrot beak nails is unknown, this nail deformity occurred in 2.1 % of patients seen by a single physician during a 3-month period. In conclusion, parrot beak nails secondary to poor nail care may lead to functional impairment, tissue injury, and subsequent infections. Therefore, it is important for clinicians to look for these nail lesions on cutaneous examination and recommend frequent nail trimmings to individuals with parrot beak nails.

Conhecimento do enfermeiro sobre a prevenção do pé diabético: revisão integrativa da literatura

Objective: To systematize nurses’ knowledge about the prevention of the diabetic foot. Methods: Integrative literature review carried out from April to June 2016 in SciELO, LILACS and PubMed databases using the following descriptors: Knowledge; Nursing; Primary prevention; Diabetic foot. Results: Seven articles were selected, and they showed that the nurse's knowledge is based on counseling and care actions aimed at the prevention of the diabetic foot with a special focus on nail, calluses and shoes hygiene and care. The most used instrument for examining the feet was the 10g Monofilament. Conclusion: The nurses have contact with diabetic patients every day, but their actions often include activities exclusively aimed at disease counseling; therefore, their knowledge about the guidelines for preventing the diabetic foot is poor.

Student’s Perception of Academic Courses in B.Sc. Nursing at Nursing Campus Maharajgunj, Kathmandu

Background and Objectives: Nursing is practice oriented education where knowledge, skill and attitudes are taught simultaneously. Learning environment, resources and supportive measures are the important factors for determining academic success and learning. The objective of this study was to find out the perception of the B.Sc. level pass out students towards the academic course provided to them.Material and Methods: Descriptive study was conducted to find out the perception of the students. Self-administered questionnaire were used to collect information regarding demographic information of the respondents and their perceptions were viewed in terms of learning environment, resources and supportive measures. Descriptive statistics was used to analyze the data and findings were presented in tables in terms of frequency and percentage.Results: Almost all (93%) of the respondents were living in Kathmandu permanently, only 41% of them had nursing as their first professional career. Most of them (82.8%) responded that the course content were enough. More than half of the respondent (58.6%) suggested adding more content on FP/MCH/ Immunization. Very few 13% felt that courses like health teaching (13.8%) in first year, nail care (6.9%) and bed making (10.3%) seems unnecessary. Very few that were only 31% of teachers met the student’s expectation and were not satisfied with the teaching strategy of most of the teachers. Senior students were the most (56.7%) helping characters in their learning period. More than ninety percent (93%) had their plan to go abroad for job/study and the choice of country was USA (41.3%).Conclusion: Based on the findings it was concluded that certain changes in the course is necessary and teaching strategies has to be modified for better results. Janaki Medical College Journal of Medical Sciences (2017) Vol. 5(1): 49-54

Screening survey of ocular, nasal, respiratory and skin symptoms in manicurists in Poland.

Manicurists are exposed to various chemicals in nail and skin care products and may develop ocular, nasal, respiratory or skin adverse reactions to them. To investigate the occurrence of ocular, nasal, respiratory and skin problems among manicurists and to identify their causal factors, particularly allergic etiology and occupational origin. Manicurists employed in beauty salons in the central region of Poland were invited to fill in the questionnaire and undergo medical examination, skin prick tests with common aeroallergens, patch tests with European Baseline Series and (Meth)Acrylates Series-Nails and spirometry. In the questionnaire adverse nasal symptoms were reported by 70%, ocular - by 58%, respiratory - by 42%, hand eczema - by 43% of manicurists. In the medical interview, the frequency of those complaints was lower: nasal ones - 41%, ocular - 24%, cough - 18%, hand skin dryness - 20%, hand eczema - 6%. Cough and hand skin dryness occurred significantly more frequently than in the case of controls. Contact allergy was found for 41% of manicurists and 35% of controls. The prevalence of nickel sensitization was high in both groups (38% and 27%, respectively). Only 3 manicurists reacted to (meth)acrylates. The frequency of atopic diseases was similar in compared groups. Irritant nasal and respiratory reactions were significantly more prevalent among manicurists (nasal - 18% vs. 2%, p < 0.01; respiratory - 18% vs. 1%, p < 0.001). Work-related nasal irritant reactions were finally diagnosed for 19%, ocular ones - for 13%, respiratory - for 18% and within hand skin - for 23% of manicurists. The frequency of workattributed irritant mucosal and skin symptoms among manicurists is high. Exposure to acrylates is an important source of mucosal irritant reactions while occlusive gloves cause irritation of hand skin. The prevalence of nickel allergy among Polish females is high. Int J Occup Med Environ Health 2017;30(6):887-896.

Talcum Powder: Problems And Satisfaction Of Consumers

&#x0D; &#x0D; &#x0D; Indian cosmetics and toiletries market is valued at $950 million. The key growth drivers for the cosmetics and toiletries market in India are rapid urbanization, increase in disposable incomes, and changes in people's tastes. The cosmetics market can be segregated into talcum powder, colour cosmetics (lip, eye, face, and nail care products), deodorants, and perfumes. The cosmetics market has been growing at the rate of 15-20% for the last few years. The sector has witnessed growth mainly from medium and low priced category that accounts for 90% of the cosmetic market. Talcum powders are the largest selling single item among cosmetics, since their application either directly to the body or even as a powder base provides a finishing touch to any make-up process. Talcum powders are intended for use on the body. The modern woman and man believe in concealing undue gloss or shine on the face and body. Talcum powder serves precisely this purpose. The success of this product is mainly concerned with the satisfaction of consumers, but, now-a-days they are facing numerous problems while using it.&#x0D; &#x0D; &#x0D;

Teacher’s Study Guide for Becoming Ourselves: &lt;i&gt;How Immigrant Women Transformed Their World&lt;/i&gt;

Becoming Ourselves: How Immigrant Women Transformed Their World is a film directed by Gary Delgado. It explores how the Community Transformational Organizing Strategy (CTOS) of Asian Immigrant Women Advocates (AIWA), a community-based labor organization in Oakland, California, enables low-wage, limited-English-speaking, immigrant women workers to redefine the meaning of leadership and to deepen our society’s capacity for democracy. AIWA has been an inspiration to hundreds of workers in the garment, electronics, restaurant, nail care, and home care industries of the Bay Area, and the organization’s CTOS method has been an influential model for many activist organizations. The film features testimony from rank-and-file workers active in AIWA as well as from present and former staff members speaking about the organization’s history of education, organization, and mobilization. This guide is designed to help teachers incorporate Becoming Ourselves into college courses in ethnic studies, women’s studies, sociology, and politics. It is meant to promote interactive, student-centered engagement so that the film becomes a learning tool and not merely a spectacle.

A Study on Webtoon Utilization Plan for Public Hygiene Education in Nail Care Industry

기존의 네일 미용업 위생교육의 내용이 딱딱한 이론적 설명으로 이루어져 좀 더 쉬운 교육으로 이해를 도모케 하고 흥미로움을 가져다주는 교육이 필요한 실정이다 현 시대는 웹툰을 활용한 학술도서들이 . 출판되어 대중들의 관심과 사랑을 받고 있다. 이에 본 연구는 네일 위생교육에 웹툰을 활용함으로써 사람들에게 흥미와 이해를 갖게 하고, 미용 분야에 웹툰 교육 활용의 기본적 토대를 마련하고 방향성을 모색하고자 하는 목적을 가진다. 기존의 위생교육의 위생교육방법과 교육시간 단축에 대한 개선이 필요하다는 선행연구에 대한 방향성 모색으로 위생교육 내용을 보다 현실감 있고, 알기 쉽게 학습되도록 제작 하였다. 포커스 그룹인터뷰 대상자는 15인의 네일 전문 미용업 종사자로서 3인의 연구자들과 3번의 만남으로 충분한 논의와 코딩 작업을 통해 결론을 도출하였다. 첫째, 기존 글의 딱딱하고 접근하기 어려운 위생법규의 내용이 웹툰을 통해 스토리텔링 방법과 그림으로 보다 쉽고 오래도록 기억에 남도록 메시지를 전달한다. 위생교육을 받는 대상자들에게 교육적 효용성이 있음을 알 수 있었다. 둘째, 영업시간에 지장을 주지 않고 편한 시간에 접할 수 있어 경제적이며 장소에 구애받지 않아 편리하다는 긍정적인 평가를 내렸다. 셋째, 웹툰의 장점을 살려 네일 미용업의 위생교육 교재개발 및 온라인 강의를 통한 교육 자료로 제작 발전시켜 적용하는 작업이 필요하다는 것을 알 수 있었다.

Cosmetic Perspectives of Ethno-botany in Northern Part of Sri Lanka

Local women of Sri Lankan communities has been traditionally inclined toward herbal source for their beauty needs even after modernization. An ethnobotanical survey has been conducted on cosmetic use of indigenous plants in North Sri Lanka. The data were collected from 160 female informants from 5 districts using questionnaire method and semi structured interview. A total of 62 plant species belongs to 36 families used for beautifying purposes were recorded. The parts of local plants used for cosmetic purposes include Skin care (53.2 %), hair care (37.09%), nail care (4.8%), lip and eye care (11.2%). The present study regarding the traditional knowledge and practice of cosmetic herbs contributes to preserve the unnoticed aspect of cosmetic ethnobotany and the traditional cosmetic recipes in Sri Lanka.

Assessment of airborne volatile organic compounds in nail care techniques

Assessment of airborne volatile organic compounds in nail care techniques

The Effect on the Stages of Change in Nail Health Promotion Based on Transtheoretical Model

In terms of nail health, incorrect nail treatment during application of nail art or nail biting because of mental disturbance can damage fingernails. In fact, fingernails can be a sign of health problems caused by poor habits or incorrect nail treatment. Therefore, it is necessary to determine underlying problems so as to keep our body and mind healthy through healthy and proper nail care. To investigate the effects of change processes, decisional balance and self-efficacy regarding the stages of changes in nail health promotional behavior after applying a trans-theoretical model, a total of 220 questionnaires were distributed to men and women in their teens to fifties living in Chungcheongnam-do and Chungcheongbuk-do, and data were collected from December 10, 2015 to January 15, 2016. Except for 31 poorly answered copies, 189 questionnaires were chosen for statistical analysis. Regarding the variables having influence on the stages of changes in nail health promotion behavior, change processes, decisional balance and self-efficacy were found. It was confirmed that the application of an integrated model that explains principles and processes could transform undesirable habits for nail health into desirable ones. Therefore, it is necessary to develop a variety of intervention programs for nail health promotion behavior to promote a shift from the pre-contemplation to maintenance stages after applying a trans-theoretical model. It is expected that there would be further studies on the development and verification of nail health promotion behavior programs based on the study results.

The diabetic foot

A comprehensive program focused on foot-specific patient education, skin and nail care, and protective footwear lowers the incidence of diabetic foot ulcers and lower extremity amputations. Orthopedic or podiatric consultations are warranted for those “at risk” or with foot ulcers.

A more sustainable nail care service

Nail care salons have become a profitable, familiar business around the world; however, this service business has been linked to occupational exposures and, occasionally, to air pollution. Despite these alleged links, there is currently no scientific evidence to conclude whether activities in nail salons affect the health of workers or the environment. Under this context of uncertainty, a Sustainable Service Program was conducted to prevent, eliminate, and/or reduce the creation of occupational and environmental risks in five nail salons in Hermosillo, Mexico and six nail salons in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The findings of this study indicate a need to strengthen the organizational structure of nail salons in order to address their general lack of strategic planning. The integration of occupational and environmental concepts was more feasible at the strategic level, but even with a low level of integration on the operating level, it was possible to pick some lowhanging fruits. There is nothing wrong with setting easier goals and targets at the beginning, but at some point, owners have to aim for more challenging goals. Hopefully, the program would improve after each iteration, and each nail salon would offer a more sustainable service. The Sustainable Service Program changed the way the participating salons operated, but without a doubt, this would not have been possible to implement without the partnership between nail salons, the University of Sonora, and the Paulista University. The scientific value of this article is the confirmation of a Sustainable Service Program as an effective tool for preventing, eliminating, and/or reducing risks at Small and Medium Enterprises. Notwithstanding the differences in economic circumstances in both countries, findings highlighted the benefits in participating nail salons, providing information on which to base future research on Sustainable Service Program applied to Small and Medium Enterprises.

The Effect of Service Characteristics of Nail Care Shop on the Relationship Quality and Customer Loyalty

The Effect of Service Characteristics of Nail Care Shop on the Relationship Quality and Customer Loyalty

Renal Function Assessment of Workers Occupationally Exposed to Hair and Nail Care Products in Benin City, Edo State

Renal Function Assessment of Workers Occupationally Exposed to Hair and Nail Care Products in Benin City, Edo State