California Cosmetology Written ExamNail CareHard
A technician is deciding between a paper wrap and a fiberglass wrap to repair a small crack in a client's natural nail. What is a key difference between the two?
- APaper wraps are temporary, dissolve in polish remover, and are typically used for a single service, while fiberglass wraps are more durable and can last through multiple fills
- BPaper wraps are permanent and require acetone for removal, while fiberglass wraps dissolve in water
- CThere is no meaningful difference; both use the identical thread-like weave and application process
- DFiberglass wraps require no adhesive resin, while paper wraps require a two-part resin and activator system
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Paper wraps are temporary, dissolve in polish remover, and are typically used for a single service, while fiberglass wraps are more durable and can last through multiple fills
Paper wraps are made of a thin, non-woven material that dissolves in polish remover/acetone, making them a temporary, single-use repair option. Fiberglass wraps use a thin, woven synthetic mesh that is more durable and can be maintained with fills over multiple weeks.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. This reverses the facts; paper dissolves in remover, fiberglass is more resin-durable.
- C. The materials differ significantly in weave, durability, and intended use.
- D. Both wrap types require adhesive resin to bond fibers to the nail.
Paper Wrap vs Fiberglass Wrap
Paper wraps are a temporary, dissolvable nail repair material, while fiberglass wraps use a durable woven mesh suitable for longer-lasting enhancements with fills.
- Paper dissolves in acetone/polish remover
- Fiberglass has a fine, tight synthetic weave, very durable
- Silk wraps are thinner/smoother than fiberglass but less durable
Memory trick: Paper = temporary patch; Fiberglass = tough long-term mesh.