substances that slow down chemical reactions

additives designed to energize and activate initiators; added to monomers to speed up the chemical reactions.

elements that are consumed in a reaction

compounds that change color during a reaction

Buffer used to create high shine on natural nail or nail enhancement

A type of nail polish remover

A tool for cutting nails

A method for applying nail art

Is not recommended on nails and is illegal according to most state board rules

Is a safe practice for nail care

Is recommended for all types of nails

Is only illegal in certain states

Any art that protrudes from the nail

A type of nail polish

A technique for nail filing

A method of nail removal

Described as dry, medium, or wet

Measured in grams per liter

Determined by the size of the beads

Calculated based on temperature

Created by combining monomer liquid with polymer powder

Made from a mixture of water and acrylic

Formulated using gel and resin

Produced by heating natural oils

The most commonly used brush for monomer liquid and polymer powder.

A brush primarily used for painting large surfaces.

A brush designed for applying gel nails.

A brush used for detailed nail art.

Nail files and buffers

Cuticle pushers

Nail clippers

Base coats

Designs made inside a nail enhancement

Decorative patterns on the surface of nails

Nail art applied using stickers

Techniques for nail polish application

means one

means two

means many

means none

may appear thicker after the enhancements are removed

may appear thinner after the enhancements are removed

will remain unchanged after the enhancements are removed

will grow faster after the enhancements are removed

A two-three-week maintenance service to fill in new growth areas with new product.

A method to remove old product from the ground.

A technique for planting new trees in existing areas.

A process to enhance soil quality with organic matter.

in a warm, bright area

in a cool dark area away from heat

in direct sunlight

in a humid environment

Ethyl methacrylate (industry standard)

Ethanol methyl acrylate

Ethylene methyl acrylate

Ethyl methacrylate (experimental)

indicates how many particles or grains are on a file per square inch

refers to the level of coarseness in sandpaper

is a measure of a person's perseverance

describes the texture of a surface

For shaping the initial nail perimeter, refining the nail enhancement's overall surface shape, or smoothing the surface before buffing.

For polishing the nails to a high shine after buffing.

For removing gel polish from the nails.

For applying nail art designs on the surface.

means one

means few

means many

means none

Used to start the chain reaction that leads to curing (hardening)

A type of antibiotic used for skin infections

A moisturizer for dry skin

A chemical used to lighten hair color

Tacky layer on top of the nail

A layer that promotes nail growth

A protective layer for the nail bed

A layer that prevents nail polish from adhering