Nail Forms, Tips & Shapes
What is placed under the free edge of the natural nail and used as a guide to extend the nail enhancement product beyond the fingertip to add additional length?
nail forms
When applying beads of gel, where should you start?
cuticle
How many applications of top resin should you put on the nail?
two
What is the initiator that is added to the polymer powder?
benzoyl peroxide
Fabric wraps can be purchased in swatches, rolls, or packages of precut pieces, either with or without __________.
adhesive backing
When buffing the nail, be sure to buff down to the ___________.
lateral folds
To __________ an area is to structurally correct the location of the apex of the nail to prolong its strength, shape, and durability.
rebalance
What is the average percent of a C-curve in a salon or spa?
35 percent
What is the scale used to identify a certain color and intensity of light?
nanometer
The following are part of the dip system EXCEPT _________.
liquid monomer
A bead mix ratio can be described in three ways. Which of the following would you not classify as one of them?
fine
What is the most common material used to wrap a nail?
fabric wraps
Which of the following should a nail cosmetologist use to contour and shape the nail?
medium-grit
A 2-week maintenance service is known as what?
backfill
What shape is the apex?
oval
What can you do if gel cures on your brush?
Nothing, as it will be ruined and cannot be repaired.
Why would a cosmetologist apply a layer of base resin over the activator when using a dip system?
to protect the powder application
Sophia is very artistic and has been told by her instructor to practice her talents on clients' nails. What type of product will Sophia most likely use to vary her nail colors?
polymer powder
What would you use to provide strength, structure, and support to a nail?
overlay
You can ________ product on if you have tiny, low spots that need to be filled.
string
When performing a maintenance service, which area is reduced to rebalance the nail and prepare the nail for application of new product?
apex
Almond nails are similar to what other nail shape?
oval
______________ gels create a high shine and can be used with other extension services, such as liquid and powder or dip nails.
finishing
Michelle is interested in using a resin as a base. What type of viscosity should she use?
thinner
Monomer liquid and polymer powder products can be used in four basic ways. Which of the following is not one of them?
over the sidewall as a reinforcement
A __________ is made from a very thin synthetic mesh with a loose weave.
fiberglass wrap
What is a good rule of thumb about lifting?
If you can see it now, you can see it later.
All of the following might happen if nail enhancements are not maintained, EXCEPT:
They may fall off.
A client would need a strong product, such as a liquid and powder, for an extension that is __________.
longer than the nail bed
What is also known as a pre-polymer and is a thick, gel-like, sticky acrylate that is between a liquid and a solid?
oligomer
What is an advantage to nail resins?
Nail resins can extend the natural nail for a special occasion.
Creating polymers can be thought of as a chain reaction. This is also known as ____________ .
polymerization
____________ can be used to repair a nail, as an overlay to strengthen natural nails, or to strengthen a nail tip application.
Nail wraps
In both a dry manicure and a basic manicure, there are several steps that are the same. Which step differentiates a dry manicure from a basic manicure?
The nail needs to be soaked.
How often should clients come in for maintenance?
every 2 to 3 weeks
Which type of nail tip covers the entire nail up to the cuticle?
full-coverage tip
What is the cure time for an LED lamp?
5 to 60 seconds
Which of the following is true about resin systems?
Nail resins are easily removed.
What is the measurement of the thickness or thinness of a liquid and affects how that fluid flows?
viscosity
A ___________ is a strip of fabric cut about 1/8" in length and applied across the line where the free edge of the nail meets the nail bed.
stress strip
Which of the following might be a scenario in which using nail resins for extensions are an excellent option?
prom
What would you recommend to a client who has fragile nails and likes the look of traditional manicures?
gel polish
What is the area where the nail grows beyond the finger and becomes the free edge called?
stress area
______________ gels are an alternative to traditional nail lacquers; they are available in frosted hues and creams.
soak-off
The following are ways to put on an activator EXCEPT ________.
powder
What is the linking of the oligomers together into a solid chemical-resistant material?
polymerization
For wrap maintenance, at what point should a small strip of fabric be cut to cover the regrowth area that does not have any fabric on it?
4 weeks
Chris has begun working in a spa and is watching Laura complete a manicure on a client. He notices that Laura is filing the contact area of the nail tip and natural nail and is holding the file flat instead of at an angle. When Chris asks Laura about it, what explanation might she give him for not holding the abrasive at an angle?
It can gouge the nail plate and damage it.
How can clients extend the life and beauty of their nail enhancement?
regular maintenance
Which finger would you not measure with the others when making sure enhancements are even?
pinky
Which of the following should a cosmetologist use before applying primer to remove surface moisture?
nail cleanser
_____________ refers to the thickness of the resin liquid.
Viscosity
Acrylic nails are nail enhancements that are based on mixing together which two substances?
monomer liquids and polymer powders
A ___________ is made from a thin, natural material with a tight weave that becomes transparent when wrap resin is applied.
silk wrap
Be sure to choose an application brush that has the following qualities EXCEPT ___________.
square shape
What should you apply over the activator to protect the powder application during filing and buffing?
base resin
The _______________ should be even and match in length from nail to nail on all fingers.
undersides
Elliott is gathering the supplies that he will need for a gel application. Which product should he get to improve the adhesion of gels?
gel primer
A resin ___________________ is also known as an activator.
accelerator
Art that protrudes from the nail is called __________.
3-D nail art
Why might you need to know about nail resins?
Colored dip systems are a very popular service.
What would you recommend to a client who likes to change polish often?
traditional polish
Which nail type resembles a long, skinny carrot?
stiletto
A tip or a form is used to do what?
create a nail extension
In order to cure gels, a curing lamp must emit _____ light at the proper intensity to provide sufficient energy.
violet
If a cosmetologist were to apply a second top resin coat when using a dip system, what would happen?
It would create great shine.
______________ is/are added to the monomer liquid and used to control the set or curing time.
catalyst(s)
The following are reasons to have a thorough understanding of nail extensions and resin systems EXCEPT:
You will need to show creativity in artistic nail enhancements.
Which of the following would you recommend to a client who wants a special color to match a prom dress?
traditional polish
After applying a bead of gel to the nail, float it toward the ___________.
free edge
For which of the following nail types would you allow the form sides to come straight out from the natural nail grooves and open to a large circle?
round
What would you recommend to a client who likes the look of traditional nails but often damages the nails immediately after service?
gel polish
______________________ is a colorless liquid acrylate monomer that is easily cured and used as a powerful, fast-acting adhesive.
cyanoacrylate
What is the best way to apply liquid and powder nail enhancements?
natural hair brush
Any method of securing a layer of fabric or paper on a nail to increase its strength and durability is referred to as ___________.
nail wraps
What type of file should you use when you see some lifting of the product around the cuticles and sidewalls?
medium-grit
How would you make sure that a nail enhancement is comfortable to wear?
Make the nail enhancement thin.
What is the term used to describe a shallow depression of a nail tip, which serves as the point of contact with the nail plate?
well
Which is true about gels?
Gels are thicker when cold and runnier when warm.
What is a resin- and polymer-powder-based system in which the resin absorbs the powder to create a hard coating over the nail?
dip system
What is the chemical process that releases heat during the curing process of gels?
exothermic reaction
What should you do when a client wants a nail enhancement removed?
Soak the nails in acetone.
How would you make sure nail enhancement products can adhere properly to the nail plate?
Make sure the nail is clean and free of moisture and oil.
The highest point in the nail is known as what?
apex
Which of the following is true about nail extension undersides?
They can dip.
Where should gel products be stored when not in use?
in a cabinet
The following are true about nail resin systems EXCEPT:
Nail resins are used alone.
Justin is interested in using a resin as a top coat. What type of viscosity should he use?
thicker
Alicia is gathering the supplies that she will need for a gel application. Which product should she get to extend the length of the natural nail?
nail tips
Which type of file would you use for removing scratches in the surface of the nail?
buffer
When a nail enhancement lifts, cracks, or breaks, what may happen to the natural nail?
An infection can occur.
Nail forms are placed under the ___________ of the natural nail and used as a foundation and guide to sculpt liquid and powder.
free edge
______________ gels are thick-viscosity gels that allow the cosmetologist to build an arch or extension.
building
How many applications of color should you put on the nail when using the dip system?
two to three
There are three versions of monomer used in the nail industry. Which is not recommended and is illegal in most states?
methyl methacrylate
Which type of nail form is sold in 100 or 500 count?
disposable
A shiner is a ___________ and is used to create high shine on a natural nail or nail enhancement.
buffer
Which of the following is true about resin systems?
Resin systems are easily removed.
For which of the following nail types would you allow the form to come to a point at the end, with only a pinhole circle at the opening?
oval
______________ gels are sometimes referred to as acrygel.
polymer