Nail Tips and Wraps

Question 1

when blending a nail tip at the contact area, the fine to medium grit file should be kept
a. at a 45 degree angle against the nail plate
b. at at 80 degree angle against the nail plate
c. at a 15 degree angle against the nail plate
d. flat to the nail as you blend the tip

Answer 1

d. flat to the nail

Question 2

the product that acts as a dryer that speeds up the hardening process of the wrap resin is
a. an activator
b. a dehydrator

Answer 2

a. an activator

Question 3

a piece of fabric cut to completely cover a crack or break in the nail is a
a. stress strip
b. repair patch

Answer 3

b. repair patch

Question 4

gel adhesives are sometimes referred to as
a. overlays
b. resin

Answer 4

b. resin

Question 5

maintenance is the term used for when a nail enhancement needs to be serviced after ____ or more weeks from initial application
a. one
b. two
c. four
d. six

Answer 5

b. two

Question 6

which method of wrap removal may lead to damage of the nail plate
a. nipping it off
b. sliding it off
c. soaking it off
d. soaking and sliding it off

Answer 6

a. nipping it off

Question 7

nail tips that are ____ require much less filing on the natural nail after application
a. well less
b. pre cut
c. free form
d. beveled

Answer 7

d. beveled

Question 8

When applying a fabric wrap, what should you use to press fabric onto the nail plate?
a. cotton swab
b. your bare fingers
c. tweezers
d. flexible plastic sheet

Answer 8

d. flexible plastic sheet

You should use a 6” x 4” flexible plastic sheet to press fabric onto the nail plate in order to prevent the transfer of oil and debris from your fingers.

Question 9

A _____ is any method of securing a layer of fabric or paper on and around a nail tip to ensure its strength and durability.
a. resin
b. position stop
c. stress strip
d. nail wrap

Answer 9

d. nail wrap