Homework -Due 13th October

October

Describe the following nail parts and State their function:

nail plate
nail bed
cuticle
matrix
lunula
free edge
nail grooves
nail wall
eponychium
hyponychium.



Describe the process of nail growth.

What factors may affect nail growth?

Describe their effect upon the appearance
of the nail.

State three contra-indications to nail extensions requiring medical referral and
describe their appearance.

What contra-indications restrict the application of artificial nail application?



State the potential risks that could occur through poor positioning of the client.

Why should client's nail plate be free of oil and moisture prior to the application of nail extensions?

What is the action of primer on the nail plate?

What considerations would you take into account when deciding on the choice of
nail extension system for a client?

What advice would you give to the client regarding the length of the artificial free edge?



What home-care advice should you give to a client regarding the maintenance of semi-permanent nail extensions?

State three products that should be recommended to the client for home use.

How often should the client be recommended to return to the salon for infill or maintenance routines?

Why is it important to read the manufacturer's instructions prior to using nail extension products?

How should artificial nails be removed?

Why is good ventilation important in the working area?


What is the correct procedure to carry out if the client develops an allergy to nail-extension products?


The following clients require nail extension services. Which type of nail extension system
would you choose for each client? Give reasons for your answer.

A bride who would like very natural-looking nails for her wedding day but who
must take them off soon after as her occupation does not permit her to wear
artificial nails.

A client who bites her nails and would like her nails to look nice for her two-week
summer holiday.

A client who has three broken nails and would like the short nails extended to
match the naturally long nails.

A client who is going on a week's holiday and would like her nails to look nice, but
whose occupation means that the nails must be removed immediately she returns.