definitions
Nail enhancement that hardens when exposed to specific type of light
What is light cured gel
molecules that create a reaction when exposed to UV light
what are photo initiators
include color pigment and usually hard gel and cant be soaked off
what is pigmented gel
pre-formed, artificial nail extensions made of plastic that are glued onto the natural nail to add length and shape
what are nail tips
creates high shine to finish nails
what are finishing gels
creates a direct light that must shine directly on the nail to cure
what is led bulb
formulated to overlay the natural nail and is easily removed with acetone
what is soft gel
used for manicures and pedicures to shape, smooth, and polish the nails
what are nail files/buffers
measurement of the thickness of a liquid
What is viscosity
a specialized electronic device that powers and controls bulbs to cure gel
what is a heat lamp
strong enough to build nail extensions and acetone cant penetrate
what is hard gel
Nail prep product used to remove surface debris, moisture and tiny amounts of oil on the natural nail plate.
what is nail cleanser
good adhesion with lower sensitivity
What is prepolymer
a measure of how much electricity a lamp consumes
What is wattage
increases adhesion to natural nail plate
what is bounding gel
specialized tools used by nail technicians to precisely apply, sculpt, and design various nail enhancement products and art
what are application brushes
Process by which oligomers link into solid chemical resistant material
what is polymerization
radiate light inside the lamp so all nails equally exposed
what is a uv bulb
thick viscosity and can build an arch or extension
what is building gel
non-woven fabric or tightly woven cotton wipes that do not shed or leave behind any fibers
what are lint-free cleansing wipes