MILADY NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACRYLIC

MILADY NAIL TECHNOLOGY ACRYLIC

AND GEL SERVICES QUESTIONS AND

CORRECT ANSWERS (VERIFIED

ANSWERS) PLUS RATIONALES 2025

• What is the monomer used in acrylic nails?
• Ethyl acetate
• Ethyl methacrylate
• Formaldehyde
• Urea

Ethyl methacrylate is the monomer most commonly used in acrylic (liquid and powder) nail enhancements.

• What is the function of the polymer powder in acrylic systems?
• Acts as a top coat
• Moisturizes the nail
• Combines with the monomer to form a solid structure
• Removes oils from the nail plate 1 / 3

The polymer powder combines with the monomer liquid to form the hard acrylic structure.

• What ratio of liquid to powder creates a proper bead for acrylic application?
• Dry
• Runny
• Medium-wet
• Wet

A medium-wet bead is ideal; it ensures proper adhesion and strength without being too runny or dry.

• What initiates the polymerization reaction in acrylic nails?
• UV light
• Initiator in the powder
• Top coat
• Alcohol

A chemical initiator in the polymer powder starts the curing (hardening) process when mixed with monomer.

• Which of the following is a key step before acrylic application?
• Applying polish
• Applying lotion
• Soaking nails
• Dehydrating the nail plate

Dehydrating removes moisture and oil, which helps the acrylic adhere better to the natural nail. 2 / 3

• How should gel nails be cured?
• Air dry
• UV or LED light
• Heat
• Spray

Gel nails require curing under a UV or LED lamp to properly harden.

• What is the inhibition layer in gel nails?
• Dust layer
• Hard layer
• Sticky layer left after curing
• Top coat

The inhibition layer is the tacky surface left after curing gel, which needs to be wiped off.

• When performing a gel service, which gel is applied first?
• Builder gel
• Base gel
• Top gel
• Sculpting gel

Base gel ensures proper adhesion between the natural nail and subsequent layers of gel.

• What tool is used to smooth and refine the acrylic surface?
• Buffer block
• Orange wood stick
• Electric file or nail file
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