NIC Nail Technician Written ExamNail Technology ProceduresMedium
A client has an existing acrylic nail enhancement that needs a fill-in service. After sanitizing, pushing back cuticles, and gently filing the lifted areas, the technician applies an acid-free primer to the new growth area. What is the primary purpose of applying primer during an acrylic fill-in?
- ATo create a strong chemical bond between the natural nail and the new acrylic product.
- BTo re-hydrate the natural nail plate.
- CTo sanitize and disinfect the nail plate before new product application.
- DTo dissolve any remaining old acrylic product for a smoother surface.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. To create a strong chemical bond between the natural nail and the new acrylic product.
Primer, especially acid-free primer, is applied to the natural nail plate to create a strong adhesive bond between the natural nail and the new acrylic product, ensuring proper adhesion and preventing lifting.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Primer is a dehydrating agent, not a re-hydrating one; its purpose is to remove oils and moisture for better adhesion.
- C. Sanitizing and disinfecting are done with separate products before primer application, not by the primer itself.
- D. Primer does not dissolve acrylic; that's the function of acetone for removal.
Acrylic Fill Adhesion (Primer)
The use of primer during an acrylic fill-in service to chemically prepare the new growth area of the natural nail for optimal adhesion of the fresh acrylic product.
- Applied to new growth (natural nail)
- Creates a strong bond for acrylic
- Prevents lifting
- Can be acid or acid-free (acid-free is gentler)
Memory trick: Primer Provides a Perfect Powerful bond for the Product.