Milady Cosmetology Nail Care and Enhancements Questions and Answers

Question 1

A client arrives for a manicure with nails that appear thickened, discolored, and are lifting from the nail bed without any prior injury.
What is the most likely condition and the appropriate course of action?

Accepted Answer

The condition is likely onychomycosis, a fungal infection, and the service should be declined with a recommendation to see a physician.

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The condition is onychocryptosis, and the service can be performed with caution.

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The condition is leukonychia, and the service can be performed as usual.

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The condition is nail psoriasis, and a gentle buffing and oil treatment should be performed.

Question 2

In monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements, what is the function of the initiator, such as benzoyl peroxide, which is found in the polymer powder?

Accepted Answer

It is energized by the monomer liquid to start the chain reaction that hardens the product.

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It prevents the enhancement from yellowing when exposed to UV light.

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It provides the color and opacity for the finished enhancement.

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It absorbs excess moisture from the nail plate before application.

Question 3

A client returns to the salon one week after receiving a monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement, complaining of significant lifting near the cuticle area. Which of the following is the most common and preventable cause of this issue?

Accepted Answer

Improper nail preparation, such as failing to remove cuticle tissue from the nail plate.

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The client used a tanning bed too soon after the service.

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The enhancement was filed too thinly at the free edge.

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The monomer liquid and polymer powder were from two different manufacturers.

Question 4

When performing a one-color UV gel enhancement service, what is the immediate next step after properly applying the base or bonding gel layer?

Accepted Answer

Cure the gel under a UV or LED lamp as per manufacturer's directions.

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Wipe the inhibition layer with a cleanser.

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File and shape the free edge of the gel.

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Apply the color gel layer directly over the uncured base gel.

Question 5

Which of the following describes a thin, tightly woven material, such as silk or fiberglass, that is applied to the nail with resin to add strength and durability?

Accepted Answer

Fabric wrap

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Polymer powder

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Nail form

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Monomer liquid

Question 6

When shaping and refining the surface of a finished nail enhancement, a medium-grit abrasive is most appropriate. What is the typical grit range for a medium-grit file?

Accepted Answer

150-180 grit

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100 grit or lower

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240-400 grit

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500 grit or higher

A client arrives for a manicure with nails that appear thickened, discolored, and are lifting from the nail bed without any prior injury.What is the most likely condition and the appropriate course of action?

A client arrives for a manicure with nails that appear thickened, discolored, and are lifting from the nail bed without any prior injury.
What is the most likely condition and the appropriate course of action?