Chemistry of Liquid and Powder Nail Enhancements
What products are used to create liquid and powder nail enhancements?
monomer liquid and polymer powder
How is nail primer used?
Used on the natural nail bed before product application to prepare it for liquid and powder nail enhancements and to assist in adhesion
How often should nail maintenance be performed?
every two to three weeks
What 4 kinds of colors do polymer powders come in?
pink, white, clear, and natural
What does 'mono,' and 'mer,' mean?
Mono, means "one," and mer stands for "units."
What type of grit file is 240?
Fine-grit file
How do you remove nail enhancements?
pour acetone or product remover into a glass bowl deep enough to cover 0.5 inch higher than the client's enhancements
What is the main ingredient in liquid and powder enhancements?
methacrylates
What type of brush is best for applying nail enhancement products?
Natural hairbrush
Each time a brush is dipped into the monomer dappen dish what is it contaminated with?
Why would you see product lifting around the cuticle and sidewalls?
poor natural nail preparation, letting the liquid and powder touch the skin, or leaving the product too thick around the cuticle and sidewalls
What does acrylic mean in other words?
large group of ingredients
What are catalysts?
Additives designed to energize and activate initiators, are added to monomers to start or speed up the chemical reaction
How do you dispose of leftover monomer liquid?
carefully pour it onto a very absorbent paper towel and place it into a plastic bag
What four things does a backfill help do?
fills in new growth areas with new product, rebalance the nail's shape, perform needed repairs, and restore the enhancement's original beauty
Name three reasons why cosmetologists should study liquid and powder nail enhancements
liquid and powder enhancements are popular, you’ll build loyal clientele, and it gives you a creative edge over your competition
What is benzoyl peroxide used for?
To start the chain reaction that leads to the nail enhancement's curing
List the service supplies
monomer liquid, polymer powder, nail primer, abrasives, nail tips or forms, dappen dish, and nail brush
Why do nail enhancements appear thinner after the removal of nail enhancements?
there is more moisture in the natural nail plates after soaking them for 30 minutes, making them more flexible
What is a stark white powder used to create?
the French manicure look