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124 | NAILS MAGAZINE | APRIL 2014 Because skin becomes thinner with age, the hands always seem to be the fi rst place to refl ect what the face and rest of the body can conceal. But for beautiful hands at any age, the key is gentle exfoliation and rich hydration. Cuccio Naturalé has introduced Manicure Micro Exfoliant to help hands look and feel great from the very fi rst use. Formulated with sugarcane, which helps to gently exfoliate and hydrate the skin, the cleansing scrub sloughs off dead skin cells for optimum renewal. Bamboo powder is an effective, extra-fi ne exfoliant that helps give skin a fi nal polish. Together they create a soft, smooth surface for moisture to be easily absorbed into the skin. To use, massage onto the hands and arms in a circular motion. Gently wipe off with a warm moist towel or rinse with warm water. For more information, go to www.nailsmag.com/ fi fi /14452. The Trind Keratin Nail Treatment kit provides a chemical-free solution for thin, brittle, and chipped nails. It is a mild solution that treats the most sensitive nails that have been damaged by wearing artifi cial nails or from the use of medicines or other environmental infl uences — and the active ingredient is keratin. The Trind Keratin Formula kit consists of two products: > Trind Nail Restorer is a light, semi- transparent liquid that has to be applied to the nails daily. Let soak for two minutes and then rub the excess into the nail and surrounding skin. > Trind Keratin Nail Protector preserves the benefi cial ef ects of Trind Keratin Nail Restorer. This liquid is applied like a top coat. It keeps the benefi ts of the restorer within the nails and protects the nail against exposure to the environment. It also contains keratin and can be used as is, or as a base coat for colored nail polish. Clients must use both products daily for a minimum of four weeks to see results. For more information, go to www. nailsmag.com/fi fi /14451. Keratin Is Key to Trind Treatment Medinail Learning Center has two online certifi cation programs, the Advanced Nail Technician Program (ANT-C) and the Medical Nail Technician Program (CMNT). These programs have three goals: to train licensed nail technicians to work safely on chronically ill clients, to provide added options for employment in their career, and to enhance their income. Medinail Learning Center has recently expanded its ANT-C online program to 10 modules and upgraded all the information. These programs are updated at least annually to keep information current. Past graduates are encouraged to retake the program tuition-free. "ANT-C and CMNT programs enhance technician and salon success through training them how to market safety in the performance of their services. This attracts fearful clients and supports referrals from physicians, bringing in many new clients," says Janet McCormick, vice president of education development. For more information, visit www.medinail.com or call McCormick at (863) 273-9134. When warts form on the plantar surface — or bottom — of the feet, they are referred to as plantar warts. Because they are often located on weight-bearing areas of the foot, they can grow deep into the skin and be quite painful. To identify plantar warts, look for fi rm, round, fl at bumps on the foot. A single wart can multiply quickly, creating clusters of warts. Plantar warts are contagious and techs should take precautions when servicing a client with them. To learn more, log on to www.nailsmag.com/encyclopedia and search for plantar warts. Look It Up: Plantar Warts Safety Sells Cuccio Exfoliant Uses Sugarcane and Bamboo Powder n a 0 4 1 4 h e a l t h N F . i n d d 1 2 4 na0414healthNF.indd 124 2 / 2 4 / 1 4 9 : 1 6 A M 2/24/14 9:16 AM