Nail Shapes & Prep
What nail shape is long and tapered to a sharp point?
Stiletto
After placing the nail tip where you want it, what is the time to hold it in place?
5-10 seconds
A ___ is placed under the free edge of the natural nail and is used as a guide to build a nail extension.
forms
The Arch of the nail is also known as what?
The Apex
a ___ is used to extended the length of the natural nail
nail extensions
True or False: Nail dehydrators are safe and can be reapplied as needed.
True
When applying the adhesive during a nail tip application procedure, where is the adhesive applied to?
at the tip placement
Which is NOT a common material from which nail forms are made?
A. Paper
B. Plastic
C. Glass
D. Mylar
C. Glass
What fingers should be the same length?
Middle, Index, and Ring.
A ___ is any product added to the natural nail to increase strength and beauty
nail enhancement.
What is the difference between oval and almond nails?
Almond nails come to a sharp point, while oval are softly rounded.
What happens when nail tips that do Not have an overlay
are not long-wearing and can break easily
Reusable nail forms must be...
disenfected between every client
Describe the shape and structure of the apex.
oval and at the center of the nail.
the two ways to create a nail extensions are what?
Tips and Forms
How long does it take for the natural nail oils to resurface?
10 Minutes
True or False: using toenail clippers can cause problems to the nail tip.
true
Which is an advantage of using nail forms to build nail extensions.
The nail that is sculpted will be customized and natural looking.
Where are nail extensions most likely to break?
The stress area
What is one of the most popular services that a nail tech will do?
Apply nail extensions and enhancements
What nail shape is long and tapered into a square point?
Ballerina nails
what is the most uncommon type of nail tip?
Double well
true or false: if the nail technician peels the paper form from the roll and placed it on top of the free edge or natural nail, it will look correct and function.
False
shallow Depressions that serve as the point of contact on the nail plate are known as what?
Wells
to be able to ensure a high-quality pre-service.