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Chapter 28
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| acrylic nail enhancements | created by combining acrylic monomer liquid with polymer powder |
| acrylic polymer powder | powder in white, clear, pink and many other colors, combined with monomer liquid to form the sculpted nail |
| catalyst | substance that speeds up the chemical reaction between monomer liquid and polymer powder |
| chain reaction | process that joins monomers to create very long polymer chains (polymerization) |
| dappen dish | container for monomer liquid and polymer powder |
| dust masks and protective gloves | designed to protect the technician |
| initiators | energized and activated by catalyst, they start the chain reaction |
| mix ratio | amount of monomer liquid and polymer powder used to create a bead |
| nail dehydrator | substance used to remove surface moisture and oils remaining on nail plate that can block adhesion |
| nail forms | often made of paper/mylar coated with adhesive backs, pre-shaped plastic or aluminum, placed under the free edge, used to extend nail enhancement |
| nail primer | used to enhance adhesion of enhancements to the natural nail |
| odorless acrylic products | slightly different from acrylic products, considered low or no odor |
| polymer | substance formed by combining many molecules (monomers) into very long chain like structures |
| polymerization | chemical reaction creating polymers also called curing or hardening |
| rebalancing | method for maintaining the beauty, durability and longevity of nail enhancement |
| safety eyewear | used to protect eyes from debris and accidental splashes |
| acrylic monomer liquid | the liquid mixed with acrylic powder to form the sculpted nail |