Answer Key- Sculptured Nail Application Steps in the Correct Order

Answer Key- Please check your answers & memorize steps in the correct order.  Use the handout while you practice.  You will develop muscle memory over time. 

Application Method- Answer Key

Directions:  Number each other the steps of the Sculptured Nail.  1 being the first step and 12 being the last step

___1___   Remove shine from nail plate using emery board.  (Must discard emery board into trash after use.)

___3___ Apply nail dehydrator using a cotton ball.

___11__ Clean nail with nail brush.

___9___ Shape free edge and body of nail with file.  Dispose of nail file into trash.

___6___ Form acrylic nail using monomer and polymer with acrylic brush.  (nail should be beveled like a natural nail and should be smooth, balanced and even)

__10___ Buff nail.  Discard buffer in trash.

___2___ Use a clean cotton ball to dust off nail plate.

___12__ Turn hand toward proctor to indicate you have completed the task.

___4___ Apply nail form to proper finger

___5___ Apply primer to nail plate.  (Do not get primer on skin)

___7___ Pour polymer into the monomer and throw in the trash.  (Make sure you don't do the opposite)

___8___Tap acrylic nail with brush to see if nail is dry and remove form.