Nail Structure and Care Concepts

This video tutorial introduces nail artists to the basic parts of the nail, including the hyponychium, free edge, nail bed, nail plate, cuticle, eponychium, lunula, and side walls. The instructor provides a detailed explanation of each part, aiming to make the learning process less intimidating. The tutorial is designed to help students understand and memorize these parts for their studies and professional practice.

What is the hyponychium commonly referred to as?

• The nail bed

• The cuticle

• The free edge

• The quick

Which part of the nail is the light-colored portion that extends beyond the fingertip?

• Free edge

• Hyponychium

• Nail bed

• Eponychium

What is the nail bed?

• The fleshy area beneath the nail plate

• The part of the nail that extends beyond the fingertip

• The hard outer layer of the nail

• The area where the cuticle is located

What is the nail plate primarily made of?

• Elastin

• Calcium

• Keratin

• Collagen

Which part of the nail is often confused with the cuticle but is actually live tissue?

• Hyponychium

• Nail bed

• Eponychium

• Free edge

What tool is commonly used to push back the cuticle?

• Nail file

• Cuticle pusher

• Nail clipper

• Buffer

What is the lunula often compared to due to its shape?

• A cloud

• A moon

• A star

• A sun

Where are the side walls of the nail located?

• At the tip of the nail

• Underneath the nail plate

• At the base of the nail

• Along the sides of the nail plate

How many parts of the nail structure were covered in this lesson?

• Seven

• Six

• Five

• Eight

What is the main purpose of understanding nail structure in nail artistry?

• To enhance nail polish application

• To memorize definitions

• To improve nail color selection

• To better understand and perform nail care