Manicures

Question 1

List 5 points to a healthy nail?

Answer 1

1. Firm
2. Flexible
3. Light pinkish colour
4. Smooth
5. Curved and unspotted

Question 2

What is not found in the nail?

Answer 2

Nerves or blood vessels

Question 3

Name 3 parts of the nail?

Answer 3

1. Nail Plate
2. Nail Root
3. Free Edge

Question 4

Nails grow the fastest on the _____ finger and slowest on the _____

Answer 4

Fastest on the middle finger and slowest on the thumb

Question 5

Describe the Eponychium

Answer 5

Extension of the cuticle at the base of the nail

Question 6

Describe the Mantle

Answer 6

Deep fold of skin where the nail root is imbedded

Question 7

How long does it take to replace a nail?

Answer 7

4 Months

Question 8

What is the purpose of base coat?

Answer 8

Nail polish adheres readily to the nail surface, prolongs polish life, prevents nail staining, and minimizes irregularities

Question 9

What is the purpose of topcoat?

Answer 9

Imparts toughness, extra gloss, and resistance to chipping

Question 10

Describe the Lunula

Answer 10

Half moon light colour may be due to reflection of light where matrix and connective tissue in nail bed join

Question 11

What is the function of the matrix?

Answer 11

Produces the nail as its cells undergo a reproducing and hardening process

Question 12

Describe nail grooves

Answer 12

Slits or tracks on the side of the nail upon which the nail moves as it grows

Question 13

Nail plate extends from ____ to ____

Answer 13

Nail plate extends from root to free edge

Question 14

The nail root originates from an actively growing tissue called what?

Answer 14

Matrix

Question 15

Describe the Perionychium

Answer 15

Portion of cuticle surrounding entire nail border

Question 16

How long should you wait before spraying a nail dryer?

Answer 16

5 Minutes

Question 17

What is the average rate of nail growth for a nail per month?

Answer 17

1/8 Inch per month

Question 18

What is the technical term for nails?

Answer 18

Onyx

Question 19

What should you have your client do before applying polish?

Answer 19

• pay
• put on coat
• put jewelry back on
• get car keys out

Do anything to help the client get ready to leave without ruining the nail polish

Question 20

Explain what a 100 Grit nail buffer would be used for?

Answer 20

Smooth out irregular nail ridges

Question 21

Explain what a 400 Grit nail buffer would be used for?

Answer 21

Add gloss

Question 22

Explain the difference between nail conditioner and nail hardener/strengthener

Answer 22

Conditioner is for dry peeling nails

Hardener or strengthener is for a week fragile nails