acetone
colorless, flammable liquid; removes oils and prepares nails for polish
autoclave
uses high-temperature steam and pressure to kill microorganisms and their spores
color blocking
nail art technique; blocks or sections off color on the nail
color fading
also known as ombre or color gradation; nail art technique where one color fades into another, meeting point is where two colors come together
coarse-grit abrasives
quickly reduce the thickness of any surface and produce deeper and more visible scratches on the surface (less than 100 grit)
dimethyl urea hardeners
hardener adds cross-links to natural nail plate, formaldehyde-and DMU-free, does not cause adverse skin reactions
essential oils
oils extracted from various forms of distillation; materials include seeds, bark, roots, leaves, wood, and/or plant resins producing different aromas
fine-grit abrasives
abrasives 240 grit and higher; designed for buffing, polishing, and removing very fine scratches
french manicure
nail bed is one color (pink, peach, or beige-depending upon the client’s skin tone); free edge is a separate color (e.g. white)
implements
tools to perform nail services; can be multiuse or single-use
manicure
cosmetic treatment for the hands; involves cutting, shaping, polishing of the nails (optional), removal of the cuticles, and softening of the skin
marbleizing
swirled nail art effect; involves two or more colors; stylus swirls wet polish to form a design
massage
manual or mechanical manipulation of the
massage
body by rubbing, kneading, tapping, and other movements to increase metabolism and circulation, promote absorption, and relieve pain
