Cosmetology Milady's Ch 28 Acrylic (Methacrylate) Nail Enhancements

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ACRYLIC (METHACRYLATE) MONOMER LIQUID

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The liquid that will be combined with acrylic (methacrylate) polymer powder to form the sculptured nail.

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ACRYLIC (METHACRYLATE) NAIL ENHANCEMENTS

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Created by combining acrylic (methacrylate) monomer liquid with polymer powder.

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ACRYLIC (METHACRYLATE) POLYMER POWDER

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Powder in white, clear, pink, and many other colors that will be combined with acrylic (methacrylate) monomer liquid to form the sculptured nail.

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CATALYST

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Substance that speeds up chemical reactions between monomer liquid and polymer powder.

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CHAIN REACTION

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Process that joins monomers to create very long polymer chains; also called "polymerization reaction".

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DAPPEN DISH

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A special container used to hold the monomer liquid and polymer powder.

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DUST MASKS AND PROTECTIVE GLOVES

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Designed to be worn over the nose and mouth to prevent inhalation of excessive amounts of dust.

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INITIATORS

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Energized and activated by catalyst; initiators start the chain reaction.

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MIX RATIO

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The amount of monomer liquid and polymer powder used to create a bead.

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NAIL DEHYDRATOR

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Substance used to remove surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil left on the natural nail plate, both of which can block adhesion.

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NAIL FORMS

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Often made of paper/mylar coated with adhesive backs, or pre-shaped plastic or aluminum; placed under the free edge and used to extend the nail enhancements beyond the fingertip for additional length.

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NAIL PRIMER

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Used to enhance the adhesion of enhancements to the natural nail.

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ODORLESS ACRYLIC (METHACRYLATE) PRODUCTS

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Nail enhancement products that are slightly different from acrylic (methacrylate) products, and are considered "no odor" or "low odor".

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POLYMER

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Substance formed by combining many small molecules (monomers) into very long chain-like structures.

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POLYMERIZATION

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Chemical reaction that creates polymers; also called curing or hardening.

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REBALANCING

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Method for maintaining the beauty, durability, and longevity of the nail enhancement.

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SAFETY EYEWEAR

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Used to protect eyes from flying objects or accidental splashes.