Milady Chapter 29 UV Gels Flashcards
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What are UV Gel Enhancements made from?

  • Acrylic and gel
  • Monomer liquid and polymer powder (correct)
  • Only powder
  • Only liquid

    • What are oligomers?

    Are between solids and liquids.

    What does viscosity measure?

    The thickness or thinness of a liquid.

    What should you try if a client repeatedly returns with broken enhancements?

    <p>Try a gel that uses fiberglass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does wattage indicate?

    <p>Measurement of the liquid which the light consumes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The presence of soap in disinfectants can cause them to remain active.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are cyanacrylates also called?

    <p>Wrap resins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common UV lamp wattage on the market?

    <p>9 Watts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is recommended to check and refine the nail contour for UV gel nails?

    <p>Medium abrasive file.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are UV bonding gels designed to do?

    <p>Improve adhesion of UV gels to the natural nail plate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an oligomer?

    <p>A short chain of monomers that is not long enough to be considered a polymer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do newer gel systems use instead of urethane acrylate?

    <p>Urethane Methacrylates or Combined with Urethane Acrylates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To cause the gel to cure, it takes the combination of _________.

    <p>resin, photoinitiator, and proper curing lamp.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method should clients wishing to wear colored polish over nail enhancements use?

    <p>One-Color Method.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when air is introduced into the UV gel during application?

    <p>Reduces strength of cured gel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is UV building gel characterized by?

    <p>A thick-viscosity resin for building an arch and curve on a fingernail.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of UV self-leveling gels?

    <p>Enhance thickness of the overlay while providing a smoother surface.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is UV gel polish used as an alternative to?

    <p>Traditional nail lacquer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    UV gels cure with a tacky surface called _________.

    <p>Inhibition Layer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does opacity measure in gel products?

    <p>The amount of colored pigment concentration in a gel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of brushes are used for UV gels?

    <p>Natural / Synthetic.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of UV gloss gel?

    <p>To create high shine over finished UV gel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes hard UV gel?

    <p>These types cannot be removed with solvent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pigmented UV gels may be:

    <p>Both A and B</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Other terms for UV gloss gel include _________.

    <p>Sealing, Finishing, and Shine Gel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended grit for nail preparation?

    <p>180 Grit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A UV lamp used to cure UV gels should be...

    <p>4, 7, &amp; 8 Watt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does unit wattage measure?

    <p>How much electricity a UV bulb consumes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are UV gel products typically packaged to provide protection from UV exposure?

    <p>In small, opaque pots or squeeze bottles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a UV light has 4 lamps in it, and each lamp is 7 watts, it is known as ________ light unit.

    <p>28 watt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Different UV lamps produce greatly different amounts of UV light. This is referred to as ________.

    <p>Concentration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To help control the heat generated during the curing process, it is recommended to __________.

    <p>Slowly insert the hand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    UV gel polish dries completely.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did UV gel polish begin to evolve?

    <p>2,000.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are soft UV gels also known as?

    <p>Soakable Gels.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 2nd UV gel layer applied called?

    <p>Building UV Gel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When contouring a UV gel nail enhancement, where should you bevel down?

    <p>From the top center dome to the free edge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After the filing procedure, remove dust and filings with a clean and disinfected __________.

    <p>Nylon Brush.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the sealer or finisher layer of a UV gel product do?

    <p>Prevents lifting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the polymerization reaction in UV gels?

    <p>Photoinitiator.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of product is considered a UV gel?

    <p>A type of nail enhancement product that hardens when exposed to UV light.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a UV bonding gel do?

    <p>Used to increase adhesion to the natural nail plate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is shared by UV self-leveling gel?

    <p>Used to enhance thickness of the overlay while providing a smoother surface.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Traditional UV gel can be removed easily with solvent.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the specialized device that powers and controls UV lamps called?

    <p>UV Light Unit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    UV Gel Enhancements

    • Ingredients derived from monomer liquid and polymer powder chemical family.
    • Enhancements create a durable layer over the natural nail.

    Oligomers

    • Positioned between solids and liquids.
    • Short chain of monomers, not long enough to be classified as polymers.

    Viscosity

    • Measurement of a liquid's thickness or thinness.
    • Important for determining the application and usability of gels.

    Gel Options for Broken Enhancements

    • Suggest using fiberglass gels for clients with frequent breakage.

    Wattage

    • Indicates the amount of liquid consumed by the light source.

    Soap Presence

    • Can deactivate most disinfectants, affecting their effectiveness.

    Cyanacrylates

    • Commonly known as wrap resins, used in various nail services.

    Common UV Lamp Wattage

    • 9 watts is the most prevalent UV lamp available in the market.

    Nail Contouring

    • Medium abrasive files recommended for refining UV gel nails.

    UV Bonding Gels

    • Specifically designed to enhance the adhesion of UV gels to the natural nail plate.

    Traditional vs. Newer Gel Systems

    • Older systems primarily used urethane acrylate; newer formulations incorporate urethane methacrylates.

    Gel Curing Process

    • Requires a combination of resin, photoinitiator, and the appropriate curing lamp.

    One-Color Method

    • Ideal for clients wishing to apply colored polish over nail enhancements.

    Air Introduction

    • Introducing air during application weakens the cured gel.

    Building Gels

    • Thick viscosity resin used to achieve desired nail arch and curvature.

    Self-Leveling Gels

    • Enhances overlay thickness while providing a smoother surface finish.

    UV Gel Polish

    • Serves as an alternative to traditional nail lacquer but does not dry like regular polish.

    Inhibition Layer

    • Curing creates a tacky surface known as the inhibition layer.

    Opacity in Gels

    • Refers to the concentration of colored pigment in a gel product.

    UV Gel Application Brushes

    • Can be made from natural or synthetic materials, designed for optimal gel application.

    UV Gloss Gel

    • Applied on finished gel nails to achieve a high shine finish.

    Hard UV Gels

    • These gels are not removable using solvents; require filing instead.

    Pigmented UV Gels

    • Can be identified as either UV Building Gels or UV Self-Leveling Gels.

    Synonyms for UV Gloss Gel

    • Also referred to as sealing, finishing, or shine gel.

    Nail Preparation Grit

    • Use 180 grit files for medium abrasive nail preparation.

    UV Lamp Variants

    • UV lamps of 4, 7, and 8 watts are typically used for curing UV Gels.

    Unit Wattage

    • Represents how much electricity each UV bulb consumes.

    Control Heat During Curing

    • Slowly inserting hands into the lamp reduces heat generated by the chemical reaction during curing.

    Characteristics of UV Gel Polish

    • Remains un-dried until cured under UV light.

    Introduction of UV Gel Polish

    • System evolved around the year 2000.

    Soakable Gels

    • Also known as soft UV gels, they can be easily removed with solvent.

    Building UV Gel Layer

    • The second layer of UV gel applied during enhancement is referred to as the building gel.

    Contouring Techniques

    • Bevel file downwards at a 45-degree angle for proper contouring.

    Cleaning Tools

    • Use a clean and disinfected nylon brush for removing dust and filings post-filing.

    Sealer Layer Function

    • Sealer layer helps prevent lifting by covering the entire nail surface and wrapping under the nail edge.

    Photoinitiator Role

    • Key component that initiates the polymerization reaction when exposed to UV light.

    Definition of UV Gel

    • Type of enhancement product that hardens upon exposure to UV light.

    Purpose of UV Bonding Gel

    • Enhances adhesion to the natural nail plate, similar to a polymer powder and monomer liquid primer.

    UV Self-Leveling Gel Characteristics

    • Aims to enhance overlay thickness while providing a smooth finish.

    Traditional UV Gel Characteristics

    • This type of gel cannot be removed with solvent; requires filing for removal.

    Function of UV Light Units

    • Electronic devices that power and regulate UV lamps for curing enhancements.

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    Test your knowledge on UV gel enhancements and related terminology with these flashcards based on Milady's Chapter 29. Learn about key concepts like oligomers and viscosity that are essential for understanding UV gel applications in beauty treatments.

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