What it is: A white abrasive used on files that can be less aggressive on the nail surface than the same grit of other materials.
(NB: In its crystalline phase, as the mineral corundum, varieties form the gem stones ruby & sapphire. Corundum is the most common naturally occurring crystalline form of aluminum oxide.)
What it is: Substances with a pH value greater than 7. The opposite of acid.
What it is: An air compression machine that forces air through a hose to a hand-held gun that sprays a thin mist of various media, most often paint but can be ink, dye, diluted polish or gel polish. It is held in the hand almost like a pen.
When to use it: When creating nail art that requires a thin application, or an easy way to create color fades or graduations. Also perfect for using with stencils to create intricate art, fast.
How to use it: Airbrushed art is created by holding the airbrush handle and pulling the trigger back at various distances from the nail to spray the color at different opacities. The amount of liquid sprayed is controlled by how far the needle is pulled back with the trigger. Airbrush guns come in two main types, single action (least-expensive option) and dual-action (offers finer control of the spray).
How to disinfect & clean it: Refer to manufacturer’s directions for specific cleaning for the gun. For general cleaning rinse the airbrush gun with a suitable solvent, using a brush if necessary and wash out the cups/ bottles. Then spray through with a suitable solvent until the airbrush is thoroughly clean. This requires patience. If using many colors, have one airbrush for light colors and one for dark.
How to store it: Store clean & dry.
Brush On Nail Glue
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.
What it is: Substances with a pH value less than 7. The opposite of alkaline.
16 oz. Refill
4 oz.
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.
What it is: The process of which one thing absorbs or is absorbed by another.
220/180 Single or 10 pack
400/4000 grit shiner
150/150
180/180
220/280
100/180
240/240
Assorted Files
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
