Nail Disorders and Care Knowledge

The video tutorial covers various nail disorders, including onychia, onychocryptosis, onycholysis, onychauxis, onychophagia, and onychogryphosis. It explains the causes, symptoms, and care tips for each condition, emphasizing the importance of understanding nail anatomy and health. The instructor also highlights the role of cosmetologists in managing these conditions and advises when to seek medical help.

Why is it important to understand the structure of the nail before learning about nail disorders?

• To know the best nail care products

• To identify the color of the nail polish

• To understand which parts of the nail are affected by disorders

• To learn how to paint nails

What is Onychia?

• A type of nail polish

• Inflammation of the nail matrix

• A tool used for nail care

• A type of nail fungus

What should cosmetologists avoid when dealing with ingrown nails?

• Digging inside the tissue

• Cutting the top portion of the nail

• Using nail polish remover

• Painting the nails

What is a common sign of Onycholysis?

• Nail turning blue

• Nail plate lifting from the nail bed

• Nail growing faster

• Nail becoming thinner

What can cause Onychauxis?

• Excessive nail biting

• Age and medications

• Frequent washing

• Lack of vitamins

What is Onychophagia commonly known as?

• Thickened nails

• Curved nails

• Nail fungus

• Bitten nails

What is a potential risk of biting nails?

• Nail turning yellow

• Getting warts

• Developing a nail fungus

• Nail growing faster

What is Onychogryphosis also known as?

• Bitten nails

• Rams horn or claw nail

• Nail fungus

• Nail lifting

What should be avoided when cutting nails affected by Onychogryphosis?

• Cutting them too short

• Using a nail file

• Applying nail polish

• Using a nail buffer

What is a common characteristic of Onychogryphosis?

• Nail growing faster

• Nail curving and thickening

• Nail becoming brittle

• Nail turning blue