Tips provide an extension to the natural nail, for clients who struggle to grow their own nails. True or False

All nail extensions need maintaining on a regular 2-3 week appointment basis. True or False

Nail extensions require a lot of care and maintenance and it can be quite an expensive and time-consuming treatment for a client. True or False

Nail extensions damage and weaken the nail. True or False

The client ___________ will determine whether the client is suitable for the treatment or not and which equipment and products will be needed.

Other points to discuss during a consultation include: • Is the client very busy and active? If so they will need their nails to be _______ and very strong • Are they allowed to wear nail _________ at work? If not, they will need a nail system that • looks natural without nail polish • How long do they want the nails to last? _____________ or semi-permanently? • Are they heavy-handed? • What _________ do they normally like to wear their nails?

Why are nail tips not applied onto the natural nail on their own?

Nail tips are reinforced with an overlay of _________ or UV gel.

Choosing the wrong type of nail tip can cause discomfort to the client. True or False

The 2 main types of nail tips are:

Nail tips are numbered in sizes 1-20. True or False

Express tips are suitable for ALL nail types and clients. True or False

Nail files come in a variety of grits, the lower the number the softer the file. True or False

240 grit -______ file - used for natural nails. this file grit is also used for the preparation of the natural nail prior to nail extensions and overlays. Can be a straight file, boomerang, or a block. 180 grit - slightly _________ file - used for nail extension and pre-tailoring tips, blending, shaping and refine surface after system application. Can be straight or a boomerang file 100 grit (or 80 grit) - a _______________ file - used for removal of nail extensions. Can be straight or a boomerang file.

Tip Application Types of Pre-tailoring A) A perfect nail with the well area taken down. Use for nails that have the side walls attached and are not too flat or too curved and will have a nice natural shape and curvation. • ________ Tip • _______ Tip

A cutout tip should be used when: A nail with both _________ missing. You can also use this technique if the client has ____ nails as it enables to tip to expand slightly.

When one sidewall is missing the well area needs to be angled depending on which side needs support. It will look like this “/” or like this “\” When reducing the length of the well area make sure that the tips ________ side is facing towards you.

When reducing the length of the well area make sure that the tips convex side is facing towards you. If turned the other way you will _____ the tip and will have to start again

When filing ensure that the blade is facing towards you and the flat side is facing the client. This will stop any accidents. True or False

To prevent filing down the natural nail a boomerang 180 grit file is used. True or False

If you work in one area for too long it can be _______________ for the client. Avoid going _______________________ on this blend line as it will be more likely you will catch the natural nail and also create the burning sensation that will cause discomfort to the client.

When should the white block be used?

To achieve the perfect oval shape, file side walls _________ to make sure they’re even. Then, shape the side walls into a rounded oval, making sure the angles are even on each side.

The square is ideal for a _________ nail bed

To create the timeless square shape, file the side walls straight and make sure they’re _____________ to the free edge of the nail. Once you’ve got the perfect square, angle your emery board and bevel the nail.

When doing the squoval shape. First, begin with a _________ with straight and even sidewalls. File the corners until your free edge is rounded and ___________. Remember, you still want strong side supports—don’t go too file-happy.

The round shape is ideal for men and those who like to maintain ______ nails. This shape is flattering for _____ nails and gives the illusion of a thinner nail bed. File the side walls straight like a square, then round the free edge into that perfect swooping circle.

The _________ nail is a popular style for acrylic and nail art designs, especially in Eastern Europe and Asia. It’s not favoured for the everyday look, this extreme shape can actually slenderize and lengthen the fingers. File the side walls evenly and ________ until you’ve reached the desired tip.

Make sure you are applying your tip that you slide onto the nail at a ___ degree angle and then rocking onto the natural nail, applying pressure down and towards the client

Using a yellow stick gently push down the Hyponychium away from the nail extension, releasing any glue present. True or False

Tip application: 1. Check nails and hands for contra-indications and complete a client record card 2. Sanitise your hands and clients hands thoroughly 3. Select the correct shape tip and select the size for each finger 4. Pre-tailor each tip (as required) using a ____ grit file for each nail leaving one third of the nail tip to cover natural nail 5. Push back cuticles with cuticle hoof 6. Remove surface shine of nail plate with white block or _____ grit file, filing in one direction only 7. File the free edge of natural nail to fit the well of tip using a 240 grit file

When applying the tip ensure the tip is losely bonded and no air bubbles are between the natural nail and the extension. True or False

What amount of glue should be placed on the seam line?

A white area through the well is a sign of what?

If the tip is too small this will have space at the side and cause weakening over the stress area. True or False