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Chapter 18-20 Flashcards

1
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UV nail enhancement ingredients are part of a subcategory of a chemical family called acrylates and __________

A

methancrylates

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2
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“Oligo” means________

A

a few

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3
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Oligomers are typically thick, gel-like, and ________

A

sticky

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4
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The term ________ refers to the type of starting material that is used to create the most common UV gel resins.

A

“urethane”

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5
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UV gel resins react when exposed to the gel’s recommended UV light because of a chemical called a ________

A

photoinitiator

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6
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UV gels are typically not as _______ as monomer polymer enhancements.

A

hard

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7
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When UV gel enhancements cure, they _________

A

harden to a solid material

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8
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A ________ resin is used for the one - color method of UV gel enhancement for clients who wish to wear colored polish or UV gel polish over the enhancement

A

clear

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9
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Which type of gel product is used to increase adhesion to the natural nail plate?

A

UV bonding gel

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10
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Which type of UV gel is used to enhance the thickness of other gels while providing a smoother surface than some other UV building gels?

A

self-leveling UV gel

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11
Q

UV building gels include any thick viscosity resin that allows the nail technician to build _________ to the fingernail.

A

arch and curve

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12
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UV gloss gels are also called sealing gels, finishing gels, or _________ gels.

A

shine

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13
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Which type of UV gel does not produce an inhibition layer?

A

Tack-free gloss gel

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14
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The tacky surface left on the nail after a UV gel has cured is known as the _________

A

inhibition layer

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15
Q

What does nail primer do?

A

Improves adhesion of the gel product

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16
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It is recommended that you selects a _________ abrasive for smoothing when performing UV gel services.

A

fine

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17
Q

If your client return to the salon often with her enhancements broken, it is recommended that you try _________

A

a UV gel with fiberglass

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18
Q

The special bulb that is used to cure UV gel nail enhancements is known as a ________ bulb.

A

UV or LED

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19
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The specialized electronic device that powers and controls UV and LED bulbs to cure gel nail enhancements is known as a _________

A

UV or LED lamp

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20
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Which of the following is a measurement of how much electricity is consumed by a UV lamp?

A

Wattage

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21
Q

If UV bulb are not changed regularly, service breakdown, skin irritation, and __________ are likely to occur.

A

product sensitivity

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22
Q

Which of the following is considered one of several standard UV bulbs?

A

9 watt

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23
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If you do not have the UV gel manufacturer’s recommended cleanser, you should use ________ isopropanol or better.

A

99 percent

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24
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Gels commonly have ______ than monomer polymer nail enhancements.

A

less odors

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25
Q

Gel polishes contain ________, cure under LED or UV light, and wear longer than traditional nail polish

A

Less or no solvent

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26
Q

Using the wrong LED light source on gel polish could drastically affect the _________

A

curing of the polish

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27
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Cured gel polish systems will ______ if the client hits her hands while the nail lacquer is still drying

A

not imprint or smudge

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28
Q

Soft UV gels are removed fairly easily with _________

A

acetone

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29
Q

When performing a one-color UV gel application on tip, use a _______ cleanser to remove oils from the fingernail prior to apply the tips.

A

solvent-based

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30
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When performing a one-color UV gel application, it is recommended that the brush be _______ when applying the bonding or priming material.

A

slightly damp

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31
Q

When applying UV gel, gently brush UV or LED gel onto the finger nail surface, including the free edge, leaving a ________ inch gap around the cuticle and sidewall area of the fingernail.

A

3/16

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32
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Introducing air into the UV gel will reduce the strength of the cured gel and may lead to _________

A

bubbles and cracking

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33
Q

The nail plate will soften upon exposure to acetone and the scraping action could cause damage and after the _________ of the fingernail.

A

color

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34
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When performing a one-color UV gel application, after the first layer of gel has cured, it is recommended that you apply a small amount of _______

A

self-leveling UV gel

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35
Q

After filing a cured UV gel enhancement, it is recommended that you use a ______ to remove any dust and filings from the nail.

A

disinfected nylon brush

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36
Q

During a UV gel application, it is important to keep the brush and gel away from sunlight, UV gel lamps, and full-spectrum table lamps to prevent ______.

A

premature hardening

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37
Q

If the curve of the tip does not math the curve of the nail and the tip is spread _______, then the tips could crack lengthwise down the center.

A

too flat

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38
Q

To create the smile line when performing a two - color UV gel application, you apply a coat of the white gel over the __________

A

tip and along the sidewall

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39
Q

Compared to less opaque pigmented gels, more opaque pigmented gels typically ___________.

A

are thinner in viscosity

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40
Q

When performing in a two-color UV gel application, what is the next recommended step after removing the inhibition layer from the second layer of UV gel?

A

Check the fingernail contours

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41
Q

When performing a UV gel application over forms, you will need UV gel, primer, brush, lamp, lint-free cleansing wipes and _______

A

cleansing solution

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42
Q

When performing a UV gel maintenance service, after cleaning and dehydrating the fingernail, the next step is to ___________

A

lightly brush the gel in the nail

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43
Q

When performing a UV gel polish application over a monomer and polymer enhancement, it is recommended that you use ________ when applying the first coat of gel polish.

A

ample pressure

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44
Q

What is the recommended method for removing a soft UV gel application?

A

Soaking nails in soak -off solution, then pushing it off with a wooden pusher.

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45
Q

Ways to create client interest in nail art include displaying artful tips in a glass case or frame, inserting photos of creative nail art into a portfolio, and __________

A

wearing beautiful nail art on your nails.

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46
Q

Nail art should be priced based on the cost of materials, time investment, the nail technician’s level of expertise, the clientele, and _________

A

the area

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47
Q

The light we see reflected from a surface is called __________

A

color

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48
Q

Nail polish looks _______ when all colors are reflected.

A

white

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49
Q

Which of the following is not a primary color?

A

Green

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50
Q

When you mix equal parts of two primary colors, you create __________

A

a secondary color

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51
Q

The colors directly resulting from mixing equal parts of one primary color and one of its nearest secondary colors are called_________

A

tertiary colors

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52
Q

Which of the following is not a secondary color?

A

Yellow

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53
Q

Tertiary colors are also known as _________

A

intermediate colors

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54
Q

When complementary colors are applied side by side, they _______ each other, making each other stand out or pop.

A

enhance

55
Q

Colors located beside each other on the color wheel are known as __________

A

analogous colors

56
Q

Red-Violet and blue-green are examples of _________ colors

A

tertiary

57
Q

For a traditional French manicure look, the nail bed (up to the free edge) is one color, such as pink, peach, or __________, and the free edge of the nail plate is another color such as white.

A

beige

58
Q

Which term refers to a swirled effect created when you combine two or more colors while wet, and then mix them on the nail?

A

Marbleizing

59
Q

When the top of a client’s nail is light pink, the bottom is dark pink, and the middle is a combination of the two colors, this is known as __________

A

color fading

60
Q

The tool used to create the marbleizing effect is called a__________

A

stylus

61
Q

In a French manicure, the curved line where the pink and the white color meet on the nail is called __________

A

the smile line

62
Q

The very end of the bristles on a brush, farthest away from the handle, is referred to as the ________ depending on the style of the brush

A

tip or chisel edge

63
Q

A nail technician should master the ________ technique and variations of it to stay competitive in the marketplace

A

French manicure

64
Q

The metal band around the brush that helps to hold the bristles in place is called _________

A

a ferrule

65
Q

The area in which the bristles meet the ferrule is called the _______ of the brush

A

heel

66
Q

A liner brush is not specifically recommended for ________

A

blending

67
Q

A ______ brush has a square tip with long bristles

A

flat

68
Q

A spotter brush is also commonly known as ________

A

detailer

69
Q

Which term refers to the amount of force that an artist applies to the brush while stroking?

A

Pressure

70
Q

Which term refers to how you hold the brush on the nail?

A

Position

71
Q

Which of the following is not an example of a versatile design stroke?

A

Branch

72
Q

When applying 3-D art over nail polish, ensure the polish is _______ before continuing.

A

completely dry

73
Q

The more paint you put on the very tip of the brush, the _________ the beginning of the stroke will be.

A

wider

74
Q

Any element that can be applied to the nail as art is considered _________

A

an embellishment

75
Q

A nail art element that does not have its own adhesive backing, you can adhere it with resin, tip adhesive, or _________

A

top coat

76
Q

The ideal airbrush system for nail art are designed for _______ paint.

A

gravity-fed

77
Q

Which of the following is not part of the handle of an airbrush machine?

A

Compressor

78
Q

The _______ connects the handle of an airbrush machine to the compressor.

A

air hose

79
Q

When using an airbrush machine, most nail professionals work at a pressure between ________

A

25 and 35psi

80
Q

When applied correctly, airbrush paint appears____________

A

dull and powdery

81
Q

To create designs or specific shapes when airbrushing, you can use ________, a thin plastic with a sticky back that is cut by a machine into various shapes.

A

an airbrush stencil

82
Q

When preparing for a nail competition, it is recommended that you first __________

A

determine what the theme is

83
Q

During the _______, the competition director or head judge will review the rules and guidelines to ensure everyone understands them and is able to comply

A

Briefing

84
Q

The _______ category includes all freehand painting techniques that are not raised.

A

Flat art

85
Q

Any art that protrudes from the nail falls into the ________ nail art category.

A

3-D

86
Q

The term _______ is a description used for nail art when more than one nail art medium is used to create design.

A

“mixed-media”

87
Q

In _________ competitions, the technician is limited only by his or her own imagination.

A

Fantasy Art

88
Q

You will not need which of the following items when creating crystal art on polish using embellishments?

A

Nail forms

89
Q

When creating crystal art on polish using embellishments, it is recommended that you _______ first.

A

place larger crystals

90
Q

Before you can obtain a position as nail technician you must first pass your regulatory agency’s licensing examination and ________

A

secure the required credentials from the applicable regulatory agency.

91
Q

Factors that will affect how well you perform during the licensing examination include you physical and psychological state, your memory, time management, and your _________

A

academic skills

92
Q

A test-wise student is one who understands _________

A

the strategies for successfully taking tests

93
Q

The word holistic refers to _________

A

the whole you

94
Q

An important part of preparing for your licensing exam is maintaining good physical, emotional, and spiritual health, including ________

A

sound diet and eating habits

95
Q

One the day of the test, it is not recommended that you

A

avoid monitoring the time to reduce your stress

96
Q

The process of reaching logical conclusions by employing logical reasoning is known as ________

A

deductive reasoning

97
Q

In test questions, the basic question or problem is known as ________

A

the stem

98
Q

Which of the following is an example of an absolute?

A

never

99
Q

When two choices in a multiple-choice question are similar _________

A

one is probably right

100
Q

To better prepare for the practical portion of the examination, you should practice the correct skills required in the test frequently and _________

A

participate in mock licensing examination

101
Q

Which of the following is not a characteristic that will help you get the position you want and help you keep it?

A

Apathy

102
Q

When you have _______, you are committed to a strong code of moral and artistic values.

A

Integrity

103
Q

Having _______ means taking pride in your work and committing yourself to consistently performing a good job for your clients, employer, and salon team.

A

a strong work ethic

104
Q

There are nearly _______ professional salons in the United States.

A

370,000

105
Q

The average independent salon may have as many as __________ nail technicians working there regularly.

A

10

106
Q

The majority of professional nail salons and spas are ___________.

A

small independent salons

107
Q

Independent salon chains usually have _________ or more salons that are owned by one individual or two or more partners.

A

5

108
Q

With large national salon chains, decisions regarding size, decor, hours, services, prices, advertising, and ____________ are made at the corporate headquarters.

A

profit targets

109
Q

Basic value-priced operation generally __________

A

pay nail technicians by the hour

110
Q

High-end salons or day spas hire practitioners whose technical expertise, personal appearance, and __________ meet their high standards.

A

communication skills

111
Q

Resume preparation guidelines includes keeping it simple, limiting it to one page, and including___________

A

a cover letter

112
Q

A written summary of a person’s education and work experience is known as __________

A

a resume

113
Q

On average, a potential employer will scan you resume for about _______ before deciding whether to grant you an interview.

A

20 seconds

114
Q

Accomplishment statements highlight your basic duties and responsibilities and the best way to show concrete accomplishments is to include__________

A

numbers or percentages

115
Q

There is not better time for you to achieve significant accomplishments for your resume than _________

A

while you are in school

116
Q

Make your resume easy to read by using concise, clear sentences and avoid overwriting _________

A

and flowery language

117
Q

Skills that you have mastered in other jobs that can be put to use in a new position are called _________

A

transferable skills

118
Q

A collection, usually bound, of photos and documents that reflect your skills, accomplishments, and abilities in a chosen career field is called ___________

A

an employment portfolio

119
Q

One of the most important steps in the process of job hunting is determining what you want in a salon or spa environment and narrowing your search so you can _____________

A

target potential employers

120
Q

Connecting with people, communities and local businesses to build mutually beneficial relationships is known as ________

A

networking

121
Q

When you visit a salon for networking purposes, using a checklist and keeping it on file for future reference is helpful in making informed _________

A

comparisons between establishments

122
Q

After visiting a salon, it is recommended that you always _________

A

send a thank you note

123
Q

When you go to a job interview, the documents you bring with you should include the contact information of former employers, the contact information of your nearest relative not living with you, your social security number, and ___________

A

your driver’s license number

124
Q

It is recommended that you obtain how many interview outfits?

A

One or two

125
Q

The accessories you wear with your interview outfit should be fashionable and ________

A

functional

126
Q

When you go to a job interview, it is recommended that you take your resume, you portfolio, and _________

A

important facts and figures

127
Q

Which of the following is not a typical question asked by a potential employer?

A

Can you assume management responsibilities immediately?

128
Q

On the day of the interview, it is recommended that you arrive early, smile, use good posture, be polite and courteous, and ___________

A

speak clearly to be understood

129
Q

It is permissible to ask the age of an applicant younger than __________

A

18

130
Q

An employer is allowed to ask whether you ___________

A

use drugs or tobacco

131
Q

Employers can legally require you to sign an employment contract, which usually includes a noncompete clause and a ____________

A

confidentiality agreement

132
Q

In preparing your portfolio and writing about why you chose a career in nail technology, you may wish to include a description of your philosophy about the importance of teamwork and ______ .

A

your role as a team member

133
Q

What is the appropriate time period to wait before calling a salon after sending your resume and cover letter?

A

One week

134
Q

When taking a multiple choice text, it is important to _________

A

read the entire question carefully, including all the choices

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