UV & LED Gels - Unit 2: Nail Care

What is the primary focus of Unit 2 in the nail care course?

• Hair Care

• Skin Care

• Nail Care

• Foot Care

UV bonding gels are used to increase ______ to the natural nail plate.

• Thickness

• Adhesion

• Color

• Opacity

What is the main use of oligomers in UV and LED gels?

• To add color

• To increase viscosity

• To contain monomers

• To enhance thickness

What is the main difference between acrylates and methacrylates?

• Additional methyl group in methacrylates

• Additional ethyl group in acrylates

• Additional propyl group in methacrylates

• Additional butyl group in acrylates

UV bonding gels have increased adhesion which decreases the tendency for what?

• Enhancements to separate from the natural nail

• Gels to cure in a lamp

• Gels to smudge like traditional polish

• Gels to be mixed with other colors.

More opaque gels are applied after the ______ coat of building gel.

• A) First

• B) Second

• C) Third

• D) Fourth

Which type of brush is used to hold and spread the gel in nail enhancements?

• Large round brush

• Small flat (or oval) nylon bristle brush

• Metal brush

• Sponge brush

Why is it important to match the curve of the nail tip to the curve of the nail?

• To enhance the color

• To prevent cracking lengthwise down the center

• To make the nails grow faster

• To add shine.

What type of gel is used for a one-color or two-color service?

• Clear gel

• Pigmented gel

• Glitter gel

• Matte gel

What should be done if additional thickness is desired in step 15?

• Apply another layer of gel

• Remove the gel

• File the nails

• Use a different gel