| Term | Definition |
|---|
| Acrylic (Methacrylate) Monomer Liquid | The liquid that will be continued with acrylic (methacrylate) polymer powder to form the sculptured nail. |
| Acrylic (Methacrylate) Nail Enahancements | Created by combining acrylic (methacrylate) monomer liquid qith polymer powder. |
| Acrylic (Methacrylate) Polymer Powder | Powder in white, clear, pink, and mony other colors that will be combined with acrylic (methacrylate monomer liquid to form the sculptured nail. |
| Catalyst | Substance that speeds up chemical reactions between monomer liquid and the polymer powder. |
| Chain Reaction | Process that joins monomers to creat very long polymer chains; also called "polymerization reaction". |
| Dappen Dish | A special container used to hold the monomer liquid and polymer powder. |
| Dust Mask and Protective Gloves | Designed to be worn over the nose and mouth to prevent inhalation of excessive amounts of dust. |
| Initiators | Energized and activated by catalyst; initiators start the chain reaction. |
| Mix Ratio | The amount of monomer liquid and polymer powder used to create a bead. |
| Nail Dehydrator | Substance used to remove surface moisture and tiny amounts of oil left on the natural nail plate, both of which can block adhesion. |
| Nail Forms | Often made of paper/mylar coated with adhesice backs, or pre-shaped plastic or aliminum; placed under the free edge and used to extend the nail enhancements beyond the fingertip for additional length. |
| Nail Primer | Used to enhance the adhesion of the enhancements of the natural nail. |
| Odorless Acrylic (Methacrylate) Products | Naile enhancement products that are slightly different from acrylic (methacrylate) products, and are considered "no odor" or "low odor". |
| Polymer | Substance formed by combining many small molecules (monomers) into very long chain-like structures. |
| Polymerization | Chemical reation that creates polymers; also called curing or hardening |
| Rebalancing | Method for maintaining the beauty, drabilityu, and longevity of the nail enhancement. |
| Saftey Eyewear | Used to protect eyes from flying objects or accidental splashes. |
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