Texas Cosmetology Operator Written ExamNail Care ServicesMedium
A client requests a refill for their acrylic nail enhancements. Which of the following describes the correct procedure for applying the new product?
- ACompletely remove the old acrylic and sculpt a brand new set.
- BApply the new acrylic directly over the existing product without preparation.
- CBlend the existing acrylic edge, remove shine, and apply new product to the growth area.
- DFile down the entire existing acrylic enhancement to create a new base.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. Blend the existing acrylic edge, remove shine, and apply new product to the growth area.
For an acrylic refill, the existing product's lifting or rough edges are blended, the surface is de-shined, and new acrylic is applied only to the growth area (the 'fill line') and blended into the old product for a seamless look.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Completely removing and re-sculpting is done for a new set or if the existing set is extensively damaged, not a standard refill.
- B. Applying new product without preparation will lead to poor adhesion and lifting.
- D. Filing down the entire enhancement is unnecessary and damages the natural nail.
Acrylic Refill Procedure
The process of adding new acrylic product to the growth area of existing artificial nails.
- Prepares existing nail for new product
- Focuses on the regrowth area
- Blends new and old product seamlessly
Memory trick: Prep, blend, fill, then shine, for a perfect acrylic line.