FREE Milady Cosmetology Nail Care & Enhancements Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following implements is used to carefully push back the eponychium and pterygium during a manicure, without cutting them?

Accepted Answer

Metal pusher

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Nail nipper

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Wooden pusher

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Curette

Question 2

A client presents with signs of an infection around the nail plate, including redness, swelling, and pus. As a licensed cosmetologist, what is the most appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Refer the client to a physician and refuse service to the affected nail.

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Perform the manicure carefully, avoiding the infected area.

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Apply an antiseptic and proceed with the service.

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Suggest a specialized nail treatment to help clear the infection.

Question 3

When applying a tip with adhesive, what technique should be used to ensure there are no air bubbles and proper adhesion?

Accepted Answer

Place the tip on the nail and rock it on from the free edge to the stop point.

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Press the tip straight down onto the nail plate.

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Apply the tip at a 45-degree angle, then slide it into place.

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Apply the tip at a 90-degree angle and hold firmly.

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of a nail dehydrator in nail enhancement services, such as acrylics or gels?

Accepted Answer

To remove surface moisture and natural oils from the nail plate.

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To add moisture to the natural nail plate.

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To create a sticky layer for better product adhesion.

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To disinfect the nail plate before product application.

Question 5

Which of the following describes the correct procedure for filing natural nails to prevent splitting and damage?

Accepted Answer

File from the outer edge to the center in one direction.

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File back and forth in a sawing motion from side to side.

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File deeply into the corners to create a sharp square shape.

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Use a coarse grit file only, to quickly shape the nail.

Question 6

During a gel polish application, after applying the base coat and curing, what is the next step before applying the color coat?

Accepted Answer

Apply the first layer of gel color directly.

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Apply a nail primer.

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Wipe the tacky inhibition layer with alcohol.

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File the nail surface to create adhesion.