Nails
What is the term for a small chemical unit that can join with other units to form a larger molecule used in artificial nail enhancements?
Monomer
What is the ideal liquid-to-powder ratio?
Medium bead
According to Milady, what is the primary purpose of shampooing?
To remove dirt, oils, and product buildup from the hair and scalp.
According to industry standards and Milady, what is a crucial consideration when selecting a shampoo for a client?
The client's hair and scalp condition.
What is a long chain of small chemical units that have bonded together and are a key component of artificial nail enhancements?
Polymer
What is the main chemical role of the monomer liquid in the creation of acrylic nails?
To initiate and control the polymerization process.
Which of the following terms, as defined in Milady, refers to the process of working shampoo into a lather by rubbing the hair and scalp?
Emulsifying
Which of the following scalp massage techniques, when performed incorrectly with excessive pressure, could be considered an inappropriate practice?
Friction using firm rotary movements
What is the chemical process that occurs when a liquid monomer is mixed with a powder polymer to create an acrylic nail?
Polymerization
What is the primary function of the polymer powder in the acrylic nail system?
To provide the bulk and structure of the artificial nail.
According to industry standards, what is the first step in a basic shampooing procedure after draping the client?
Wetting the client's hair thoroughly with warm water.
According to Milady and industry frameworks, what is the recommended duration for a basic scalp massage performed during a shampoo service?
5-10 minutes
According to the Milady textbook, what is a primary characteristic of odorless acrylic nail products compared to traditional acrylics?
Reduced or absent chemical odor
A student is creating a multiple-choice question about odorless acrylics based on the Milady textbook. Which of the following answer choices would be a plausible misconception about these products?
Odorless acrylics are chemically identical to traditional acrylics in every way.
Which scalp massage movement, as described in Milady, involves kneading the scalp with light pressure using the palms or fingertips?
Petrissage
What is a common mistake when performing a shampoo?
Excessive scratching, nails and too much or too little pressure
Which of the following is the catalyst in the process of acrylic nail enhancements
Monomer
According to the Milady textbook, if a quiz question asks about the interaction of monomers and polymers in acrylic nails, the correct answer should describe which process?
A chemical reaction where monomers link to form polymers.
A student is asked to demonstrate a scalp massage technique that involves light, continuous stroking movements applied with the fingers and palms in a slow and rhythmic manner. According to Milady, which technique is the student demonstrating?
Effleurage
What is crucial to a client's experience in the salon?
A great shampoo and scalp massage.