Cosmetology · Pedicure Services

Using a credo blade or razor to cut calluses on a client's feet is:

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Prohibited in many jurisdictions and considered unsafe/outside scope

A Required
B The best method
C Recommended
D Prohibited in many jurisdictions and considered unsafe/outside scope

Why this is the answer

Using a credo blade or razor to cut or shave calluses is prohibited in many states and considered unsafe, because it can easily cut the client, cause bleeding, and lead to infection — and such cutting may be outside the cosmetologist's scope. Calluses should instead be smoothed with appropriate files or treatments, not cut with a blade. Knowing that callus-cutting blades are restricted/banned and unsafe is an important pedicure-safety rule. The exam expects candidates to know not to use razors/credo blades on skin.

Source: Skin & Nails — Callus Safety

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Pedicure questions cover foot soaking and sanitation of the basin, callus care within scope, nail shaping, massage and the extra precautions for clients with diabetes or circulatory problems. This is one of 9 Skin & Nails questions on pedicure services, each with a full explanation on a single study page.

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Using a credo blade or razor to cut calluses on a client's feet is:

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