Cosmetology Nail Care and Manicuring 2

Question 1

Which nail shape follows the natural curve of the base of the nail and is considered one of the strongest?

Accepted Answer

Squoval

Answer

Square

Answer

Stiletto

Answer

Oval

Question 2

What product is used to dissolve and soften the cuticle for easy removal during a manicure?

Accepted Answer

Cuticle remover (solvent)

Answer

Nail primer

Answer

Nail dehydrator

Answer

Base coat

Question 3

Onycholysis refers to:

Accepted Answer

Separation of the nail plate from the nail bed

Answer

Overgrown cuticles

Answer

Thickening of the nail

Answer

Nail inflammation

Question 4

The soaking step during a manicure is intended to:

Accepted Answer

Soften the cuticles and skin

Answer

Sanitize the nails

Answer

Remove old polish

Answer

Strengthen the nail plate

Question 5

What is the purpose of applying a nail primer before acrylic or gel nail enhancement?

Accepted Answer

Improve adhesion between the natural nail and the enhancement product

Answer

Provide color to the enhancement

Answer

Prevent air bubbles

Answer

Speed up cure time

Question 6

Which type of nail enhancement uses UV or LED light to harden (polymerize) the product?

Accepted Answer

Gel nail system

Answer

Acrylic (monomer/polymer system)

Answer

Fiberglass/silk wrap

Answer

Dip powder system