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What is a dehydrant used to help remove moisture and prevent the growth of?
What is a dehydrant used to help remove moisture and prevent the growth of?
bacteria
What is a gel with a high viscosity used for?
What is a gel with a high viscosity used for?
to sculpt nails
What should you avoid after applying the primer during a sculptured nail service?
What should you avoid after applying the primer during a sculptured nail service?
touching the nail
An acrylic brush is made of what type of hair?
An acrylic brush is made of what type of hair?
What is an artificial nail service using an overlay of fabric along with resin referred to as?
What is an artificial nail service using an overlay of fabric along with resin referred to as?
What is another name for acrylic monomer?
What is another name for acrylic monomer?
What is artificial nail preparation important to prevent?
What is artificial nail preparation important to prevent?
What does artificial nail product remover contain?
What does artificial nail product remover contain?
How often do artificial nails need a fill?
How often do artificial nails need a fill?
What do catalysts found in liquid monomer do?
What do catalysts found in liquid monomer do?
During artificial nail preparation, what is performed?
During artificial nail preparation, what is performed?
What type of polymers are gels mostly made up of?
What type of polymers are gels mostly made up of?
How much of the nail plate should a nail tip cover?
How much of the nail plate should a nail tip cover?
What artificial nail product typically contains methacrylic acid?
What artificial nail product typically contains methacrylic acid?
Why do polymers contain pigments?
Why do polymers contain pigments?
What does re-balancing the nail during a fill-in nail service mean?
What does re-balancing the nail during a fill-in nail service mean?
The brush used for artificial nail services is made of what type of hair?
The brush used for artificial nail services is made of what type of hair?
What is the most widely used solvent in the nail industry?
What is the most widely used solvent in the nail industry?
What are the two application methods used to apply artificial nails?
What are the two application methods used to apply artificial nails?
What are the two main types of artificial nail systems used today?
What are the two main types of artificial nail systems used today?
What type of artificial nail service requires the use of a form?
What type of artificial nail service requires the use of a form?
What type of product causes a nail tip to stick to a nail plate?
What type of product causes a nail tip to stick to a nail plate?
To begin the curing process, gels must be exposed to what?
To begin the curing process, gels must be exposed to what?
What grit of nail file is used to remove excess artificial nail product?
What grit of nail file is used to remove excess artificial nail product?
How many zones should the nail be thought of as being divided into when applying an acrylic overlay?
How many zones should the nail be thought of as being divided into when applying an acrylic overlay?
What can form when moisture is trapped between an artificial nail and the natural nail?
What can form when moisture is trapped between an artificial nail and the natural nail?
Which of the following ingredients is the liquid used to form an acrylic nail?
Which of the following ingredients is the liquid used to form an acrylic nail?
Which of the following ingredients is the powder used to form an acrylic nail?
Which of the following ingredients is the powder used to form an acrylic nail?
Which of the following nail enhancements would require four-week maintenance?
Which of the following nail enhancements would require four-week maintenance?
Which of the following nail tip sizes is the largest?
Which of the following nail tip sizes is the largest?
Before applying artificial nails, make sure the nail is free of what?
Before applying artificial nails, make sure the nail is free of what?
During a two-color acrylic nail application, where is the white acrylic applied?
During a two-color acrylic nail application, where is the white acrylic applied?
When is primer applied during an acrylic overlay using tips?
When is primer applied during an acrylic overlay using tips?
What type of file is used to shape and blend nail tips?
What type of file is used to shape and blend nail tips?
Using a nail tip that is too small may result in what?
Using a nail tip that is too small may result in what?
When filing nail enhancements, what technique should be used?
When filing nail enhancements, what technique should be used?
When should a dehydrating product be applied to the nail?
When should a dehydrating product be applied to the nail?
Study Notes
Artificial Nails Overview
- A dehydrant is used to remove moisture and inhibit bacteria growth.
- High viscosity gels are ideal for sculpting nails.
- After applying primer for sculptured nails, avoid contact with the nail to ensure adhesion.
- Acrylic brushes are made from natural hair, critical for application precision.
Nail Products and Techniques
- Nail wraps consist of a fabric overlay combined with resin.
- Acrylic monomer is also known as acrylic liquid.
- Proper artificial nail preparation helps prevent lifting during wear.
- Removers for artificial nails primarily contain acetone, a widely used solvent in the industry.
Maintenance and Application
- Artificial nails typically require filling every 10-14 days.
- Liquid monomer contains catalysts that accelerate chemical reactions during application.
- A waterless manicure is recommended prior to artificial nail preparation.
- Gels are composed mainly of oligomers, contributing to their structure.
Nail Extensions and Accessories
- Nail tips should cover approximately half of the nail plate.
- Methacrylic acid is commonly used in primers for artificial nails.
- Polymers in nail products include pigments to enhance color.
- Fill-in services necessitate re-balancing by filing and blending "old product" with new nail growth.
Tools and Filing
- Brushes for artificial nail services are constructed from natural hair.
- 80-120 grit nail files are suitable for removing excess artificial product.
- Nail enhancements are best shaped with files that have grits of 180 or higher for smoothness.
Types and Applications of Artificial Nails
- Two primary methods for applying artificial nails are overlay and sculptured.
- The main types of artificial nail systems are acrylic and gels.
- Sculptured nails require a form for application, while adhesives help nail tips adhere to natural nails.
Curing and Maintenance
- Gels must be cured under light for proper hardening.
- Acrylic overlays divide nails into three zones for structured application and aesthetic balance.
- Primer is applied after attaching nail tips to enhance adhesion.
Common Issues and Precautions
- Trapped moisture between artificial and natural nails can lead to bacterial infections.
- Using a nail tip that is too small can result in fine cracks.
- Always ensure nails are clean, free of oil and debris, before applying artificial enhancements.
- When filing enhancements, maintain long strokes with minimal pressure to avoid damage.
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Test your knowledge on artificial nails with these flashcards from Pivot Point Week 27. This quiz covers essential terms and concepts related to artificial nail techniques, including the use of dehydrants, gel viscosity, and application practices. Perfect for students in cosmetology or nail technology courses.
