Acrylics Chs 22, 23, 24

A __________ increases the length of natural nails.

• nail dehydrator

• nail extension

• nail cleanser

• nail adhesive

Cosmetologists should have a thorough understanding of nail extensions and resin systems because __________.

• this knowledge helps perform colored dip systems, which are a very popular service

• this knowledge helps perform resin systems, which are ideal for clients wanting to extend their nails permanently

• they learn that most fabric wraps causes a crack or break in the natural nail

• they learn that properly prepared natural nails reduce the life of nail extensions

When clients request a nail extension service without scheduling a manicure service, first perform a(n) __________.

• basic manicure using water and nail cleanser

• spa manicure without using a nail cleanser

• dry manicure without using water

• antiaging manicure using water

Identify an accurate statement about a dry manicure.

• It involves shaping the nails, pushing back the cuticle, and removing the dried cuticle from the nail plate.

• It prepares the cuticle and nail plate by soaking them in water.

• A basic manicure cannot be performed using dry manicure techniques.

• A scrub manicure cannot be performed using dry manicure techniques.

Which of the following statements is accurate about nail dehydrators?

• They permanently stop the nails from producing moisture and natural oil.

• They are completely safe for the nail and can be reapplied if needed.

• They are commonly made from isobutyl alcohol.

• They typically last about one to two hours.

After applying a nail dehydrator, __________.

• do not apply product within 10 minutes

• touch the nail plates

• do not let makeup or moisturizer get on the prepped nail plates

• allow clients to rest their hands against their faces

Which of the following statements associated with a nail overlay is accurate?

• Nail tips without an overlay do not easily lose adhesion.

• Nail tips without an overlay are not strong enough to wear alone.

• Nail wraps, which serve as an overlay, typically damage natural nails.

• Nail tips should be worn without an additional nail overlay.

Identify a characteristic of French nail tips.

• They are cut like a smile line at the contact point.

• They cover the entire nail up to the cuticle.

• They are usually altered at the well line to expose more of the natural nail.

• They cover the entire apex area and usually cover more than half of the nail plate.

Which of the following is a guideline to follow when using a nail tip?

• Do not use fingernail or toenail clippers to cut the nail tip.

• Do not reduce the well or contact area between the nail tip and the natural nail with a medium-grit abrasive.

• When filing the contact area between the nail tip and the natural nail, hold the file at an angle.

• Continue filing for five minutes after the nail tip's well is flush with the natural nail.

Disposable nail forms are __________.

• made of pre-shaped plastic or aluminum and can be cleaned and disinfected between clients

• often made of paper or a strong, thin polyester film called mylar

• usually sold in a 10-piece container

• more difficult to keep in place than are reusable nail forms