Gels create a long-lasting, natural-looking nail extension for clients, it is a very popular system used by many technicians within the industry. True or False

What are the 2 types of gel used for extensions?

What is the main difference between the 2 types of gel extension?

What are the three main benefits of Gel?

One disadvantage of using gel is that it can more easily scratch. True or False

______________ is vital to achieving long-lasting, proficient-looking nails. Not preparing the natural nail enough before applying the gel is a common mistake made by many newly qualified nail technicians

When removing the surface shine you work carefully across the nail plate in which direction?

Once the gel is applied you can not file the free edge or side walls to correct the shape so at this point, you should ensure the shape is as required. True or False

You should apply the clear gel by starting in the _________ of the nail keeping the bulk of the product in the middle moving a small amount towards the cuticle and sidewalls, gradually pulling all the way over the free edge to cap. ___________ is important as this will prevent any chipping of the gel on the nail. You will need to make sure the free edge and sides are capped correctly. To build the strength of the nail, apply a cross shape to the stress area and then turn the hand over for approx. ___ seconds to allow the gel to self-level. Cure under the lamp for 2 minutes.

If the nail feels uneven, you can use your white block over the surface to smooth the areas but remember DO file the free edge. True or False

When using nail primer the more you use the better. True or False

Build until you are happy with gel layers, and cure for _ minutes. You should have a thickness of a ______________ at the free edge, even c curve, apex, if too heavy will weigh tip down and cause lifting and prone to breakage, if too thin will break under pressure. Apex or arch, the highest point of the overlay, should be placed in the ________ of the natural nail, for support and balance, if it is flat the weakest point will be in the middle of the nail. If the product is applied too thick near the cuticle this will catch over time and cause lifting

You should build the stress area of the nail by drawing a cross and turning the client's hand over for gel to self-level. True or False

What is a heat spike?

If the gel is too thick the nail will be weak when formed. True or False

You should wipe the brush between coats. True or False

With gel nails rebalancing may be needed after 2-3 weeks. True or False?

When removing a gel nail: Using a _____ grit file, file the surface of the overlay until a thin layer is left on the nail, taking care not to file the natural nail plate

Hand cream should be applied ow often to protect the nails as part of aftercare?

Nails should be treated as tools. True or False