ADHESIVE
E-Nail Couture Nail Glue
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ADHESIVE [ad-hee-siv]
What it is: A chemical substance that causes two surfaces to stick, adhere and/or bond together.
How to use it: Use an adhesive to attach a nail tip to the natural nail to extend the nail for a tip and overlay service. Also used to adhere embellishments to the surface of the nail.
How to store: Store with lid tightly closed in a cool dry place away from heat and light.
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ACID
ACID [as-id]
What it is: Substances with a pH value less than 7. The opposite of alkaline.
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ACETONE
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ACETONE [as-i-tohn]
What it is: A colorless, volatile, highly flammable liquid. It is used as a solvent.
How to use it: Acetone can be used to remove nail products such as polish, soakable gel polish, liquid & powder enhancements and nail tips.
How to store it: Store with lid tightly closed, to avoid evaporation, in a cool, dry place away from heat and light.
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ABSORPTION
ABSORPTION [ab-sawrp-shuhn]
What it is: The process of which one thing absorbs or is absorbed by another.
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ABRASIVE
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ABRASIVE [ah-BRAY-siv]
What it is: A term used to a identify any nail file or buffer. Its abrasiveness is determined by its grit.
How to use it: Use nail abrasives to shorten, shape or smooth natural nails and nail enhancements.
How to store it: In a covered or sealed container.
How to disinfect: Abrasives made from paper or sand cannot be disinfected and therefore can only be used on one client. Abrasives made of plastic or metal can be disinfected by a spray sanitizer or immersed in antiseptic. Check the manufacturer’s directions for proper sanitation techniques