Nail tip
An artificial nail made of ABS plastic that is adhered to the natural nail to add length is called a
Adding length to a nail
Nail tips are applied for the purpose of
Overlay
A layer of any kind of nail enhancement product that is applied over the tips is known as a
Overlay
A tip is very weak without the addition of a _____________________ and can break easily
Tip cutter
An implement designed especially for use on nail tips is called a
Dehydrator
The product used to remove moisture and oil from the surface of the nail is called
Nail well
What is the shallow depression that serves as the point of contact with the nail plate
Abrasive
What supply is used to shape the free edges of the natural nails to match the shape of the nail tip
Pre-beveled nail tip
Damage to the natural nail can be reduced when applying nail tips by
Nail tip adhesive
What bonding agent is used to secure the nail tip to the natural nail
Gel
The thickest nail adhesives that require more drying time are
Stop, rock, & hold
Nail tips are attached to the nail plates by using a
Medium to fine grit
What level of abrasive should be used to carefully smooth the contact area of the nail tip down until it is flush with the natural nail
Nail wrap
Nail-size pieces of cloth or paper that are bonded to the top of the nail plate with resin to ensure its strength and durability are called
Cyanoacrylate
A specialized acrylic monomer that has excellent adhesion to the natural nail plate and polymerizes in seconds is called
Silk wraps
Which material is thin and natural, with a tight weave that becomes transparent when the adhesive is applied
Linen wraps
Which material is closely woven, heavy, and used for a nail wrap
Fiberglass wraps
What is a very thin synthetic mesh with a loose weave used for nail wrapping
Sliding them off
Softened nail tips are removed by
Abrasive
Natural oil and shine are removed from the nail plate with