Nail Care Techniques and Tools

This video tutorial by Marina provides a comprehensive guide on extending nails, ensuring they don't break or peel. It covers nail preparation, including cuticle care and primer application, followed by choosing and setting up nail forms. The tutorial also details the sculpting and curing process, and concludes with finishing touches to achieve a professional look. Marina offers practical tips and highlights common mistakes to avoid, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced nail technicians.

What are the two main techniques for nail prepping?

• Chemical and mechanical

• Manual and automatic

• Wet and dry

• Hot and cold

What tool is used to lift up the cuticle?

• Orange stick

• Metal pusher

• Nail clipper

• Tweezers

What type of primer is used for normal nails?

• Acid-free primer

• Acidic primer

• Gel primer

• Rubber primer

Why is it important to remove the old nail coverage completely?

• To avoid lifting

• To make the nails shiny

• To change the nail color

• To make the nails grow faster

Which type of form is preferred by beginners?

• Aluminum forms

• Plastic forms

• Paper forms

• Silicone forms

What is the main drawback of paper forms?

• They open up in the lamp

• They are too expensive

• They are too hard

• They are difficult to find

What should be done to avoid pulling in the cuticle zone when applying the base coat?

• Tilt the finger down

• Apply more primer

• Use a thicker base coat

• Use a different brush

What is the recommended tool for laying out the gel material smoothly?

• Metal pusher

• Wide brush

• Thin brush

• Synthetic gel brush

What should be done if the gel is too liquid?

• Use a thicker brush

• Store it in a cold place

• Add more primer

• Apply a second layer

What is the final step after applying the top coat?

• Turn the nail over for 10 seconds

• Apply another layer of gel

• File the nails again

• Remove the cuticle