CMP CMP Nail Enhancement & Overlay Techniques 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which nail enhancement product is created by combining a liquid monomer with a powder polymer?
- UV gel
- Acrylic (Correct answer)
- Gel polish
- Fiberglass wrap
Correct answer: Acrylic
Acrylic nail enhancements are formed by mixing liquid monomer (ethyl methacrylate) with powder polymer, which polymerizes to create a hard overlay.
Question 2: The 'apex' of a nail enhancement refers to:
- The free edge
- The cuticle area
- The highest point of arch that provides structural strength (Correct answer)
- The smile line
Correct answer: The highest point of arch that provides structural strength
The apex is the thickest, highest point of the nail enhancement's arch, which provides the greatest structural strength to the overlay.
Question 3: What is the primary purpose of a nail dehydrator before applying enhancements?
- To soften the nail plate
- To remove surface moisture and oils for better adhesion (Correct answer)
- To add shine to the natural nail
- To fill ridges on the nail surface
Correct answer: To remove surface moisture and oils for better adhesion
A nail dehydrator removes surface moisture and oils from the nail plate to maximize adhesion of the enhancement product.
Question 4: UV gel enhancements require which piece of equipment to cure (harden) properly?
- Steamer
- UV/LED lamp (Correct answer)
- Nail drill
- Hot towel cabinet
Correct answer: UV/LED lamp
UV gel products require UV or LED lamps to activate photoinitiators within the gel, initiating and completing the curing process.
Question 5: When selecting a nail tip to apply to a toenail for enhancement, which fit is correct?
- One size smaller than the nail plate
- One size larger than the nail plate
- A tip that fits the nail plate perfectly with no gaps (Correct answer)
- Any size that looks aesthetically pleasing
Correct answer: A tip that fits the nail plate perfectly with no gaps
The tip must fit the nail plate precisely with no gaps to ensure proper adhesion and prevent moisture from becoming trapped underneath.
Question 6: Which nail enhancement system is considered the most flexible and natural-feeling on the nail?
- Acrylic
- Hard gel
- Soft gel (soak-off gel) (Correct answer)
- Fiberglass wrap
Correct answer: Soft gel (soak-off gel)
Soft or soak-off gels cure to a more flexible finish compared to acrylic or hard gel systems, providing a more natural feel.
CMP CMP Nail Enhancement & Overlay Techniques 1
Which nail enhancement product is created by combining a liquid monomer with a powder polymer?