Nail Shapes
What type of nail shape is similar to square but has a soft, round shape with rounded corners?
Squoval (soft square) sometimes referred to as a soft square, is similar to square with straight sidewalls; however, the edge has a soft, rounded shape with rounded corners.
What assists in speeding up the dry time of the resin?
Accelerator/ Activator
What do you call a manicure that does not require soaking?
Dry Manicure
What tool is designed to not put pressure as it is being cut?
Tip cutters
What term is used to describe adding length to the natural nail?
Many clients will want to extend the length of their natural nails, this is described as a nail extension.
What shape do you allow the form sides to come straight out from the natural nail grooves and open to a large circle?
For square, soft square, and round nails, the form sides should come straight out from the natural nail grooves, and the end of the form should open to a large circle.
Securing a layer of fabric or paper on a nail for strength and durability.
Nail wrap
Which is the last step in preparing the nail for nail extensions?
Apply nail dehydrator.
Applied to the well area and used to place nail tips and stones or embellishments.
Nail adhesive
Which type of nail tip cover the entire nail up to the cuticle?
Full coverage
Very tapered, and the edge will come to a soft rounded point.
Oval
Made from a very thin synthetic mesh with a loose weave.
Fiberglass wrap
The new growth of nail is commonly referred to as?
Fill
Used to remove surface debris, moisture, and tiny amounts of oil on the natural nail plate.
Nail cleanser
Which type of nail form is usually sold in a 10-piece container?
Reusable
The edge usually mimics the cuticle line and may be slightly tapered in on the sides.
Round
How many applications of top resin should you put on the nail?
Two
To structurally correct the location of the apex of the nail to prolong its strength, shape, and durability.
Rebalance
Used to temporarily stop the nail from producing moisture and natural oil.
Nail dehydrator
They are placed under the free edge of the natural nail and used as a guide to extend the nail enhancement.
Nail forms
Long and tapered to a sharp point , resembling a long skinny carrot.
Stiletto
Because it is so easy to do, a very popular dip system service is the _______.
French Manicure look
What do you apply over the activator to protect the powder application during the filing and buffing.
Base resin
Nail cleansers are usually made from ______.
Isobutyl alcohol
Are often made of paper or a thin, polyester film called mylar and coated with an adhesive back.
Disposable nail forms