Part 1
What are the 5 basic nail shapes called ?
Square, Round , Oval , Pointed, Squoval
What nail product dries quickly contains cellulose chemicals that creates a tacky layer that holds nail color to the nail called ?
Base coat
What product is used to protect colored polish from chipping, fading & peeling ?
Top coat
What are the 2 main types of artificial nail services used today ?
Acrylic & Gel nails
What is the liquid form that mixes with the powder form of an acrylic nail called ?
Monomer
What nail shape is slightly tapered at the tip, more natural looking & most common shape for men called?
Round
What product contains pigment to give a colored effect on the nail plate called ?
Enamel, or colored polish
What nail implement removes debris from the nail margins/sidewalls used on toe nails which has a spoon-shaped edge called ?
Curette
What product is used to ensure adhesion of acrylic product to the nail that contains methacrylic acid called?
Primer
What is an application of an acrylic or gel on the natural nail or over tips for added length called ?
Overlay
What nail shape is straight across at the free edge, and squared at corners, but can break easily & tends to catch on clothing & other surfaces called ?
Square
What nail file grit should be used on finger nails to prevent any damage for shaping & shortening the nails called ?
240 or higher grit
When performing a pedicure, how long do you soak the feet in the foot bath ?
5-10 minutes
What is a small glass container that holds monomer & polymer separately called ?
Dappen dish
What product is widely used to remove artificial gel or acrylic nail enhancements called ?
Pure acetone polish remover
What is the cosmetic care of feet & toe nails called ?
Pedicuring
What implement is used on toe nails to smooth the edges of the nails and is designed to file in one direction like a cheese grater called ?
Nail Rasp
What supply is used to allow polish to dry during a pedicure service ?
Pedicure Slippers
What is made of natural hair from sable, can be flat, oval, or round used to build an acrylic nail called ?
Acrylic brush
List the 2 types of tip wells:
Full & half well
What is a therapeutic method of manipulating the body with hands, fingers, or an instrument called ?
Massage
What nail equipment is for storing products, supplies, implements & provides a flat nonporous area to preform services on the hand called ?
Manicure Table
What implement is prohibited by the regulatory agencies because it removes cutting the skin, which is performed by a Physician called ?
Credo Blade
What acrylic product is used that comes in many colors when mixed with monomer forms an acrylic nail called?
Polymer
What are the 3 types of nail wraps used as an overlay for nails called ?
Silk Fiberglass Linen