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en - fl the NAILS encyclopedia 12 enzyme n. any of numerous complex proteins that are produced by living cells and caralyze specific biochemical reactions at body temperature; often used as exfoliants and derived from fruits like papaya or pineapple EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) n. a federal organization responsible for regulating disinfectants and other chemical substances EPA registration number n. a number assigned to all disinfectants registered by the EPA epidermis n. also called the cuticle or scarf skin, is the outermost protection covering the skin eponychium n. the thin line of skin at the base of the nail that extends from the nail wall to the nail plate ergonomics n. the applied science of equipment design in order to reduce operator fatigue and discomfort essential oil n. essences extracted from plants that contain the scent and other therapeutic properties of that plant esters n. a general term used to refer to the liquid monomers used in acrylic lateral nail fold lunula eponychium liquid formulation; the product formed when an organic acid reacts with an alcohol; all nail coating polymers, except for polishes, contain esters esthetics n. the practice of skin care; a practitioner of esthetics is known as an esthetician ethyl methacrylate n. a type of acrylic monomer (liquid) that is generally used in most acrylic systems (in contrast with MMA, which has been deemed unsafe for use in nail products) eucalyptus n. a native Australian tree with aromatic leaves that yield an oil used medicinally fingernail exfoliation n. the removal of dead skin cells from the skin’s surface f fan brush n. a brush with fanned hairs, used to create an airbrushed effect in nail art fast dry n. a term for a chemical product that dries polish; can be brush-on, spray-on, or droplet format fast set adj. a type of acrylic that is chemically configured to cure/harden (“set”) faster than traditional systems; fast set systems are favored by some competitors or experienced nail technicians or others who don’t need time to “work” with the product distal edge of plate proximal nail fold nail plate cuticle The fingernail is a complex unit. Most people’s fingernails take three to six months to completely grow out. ferrule n. a metal ring or cap placed around a brush’s shaft to reinforce and hold its hairs fiber n. a solid particle whose length is at least three times its width fiberglass n. a composite material of glass fibers in resin; used in nail wrap applications to brace natural nails or artificial tips fill or fill-in n. a regular service required to maintain artificial nails [see also backfill] fingernail n. a thin, horny, transparent plate covering the dorsal surface of the tip of each finger; comprised of dead keratin cells [see inset this page] flammable liquids n. generally, those liquids with flash points below 100 degrees F; means the same as inflammable floated color n. in nail art, when a brush is
loaded with more water than paint to create a soft highlight folloculitis n. an inflammation of the hair follicle that looks like a rash, usually found in areas of the body that have been shaved or waxed foot care n. the practice of caring for feet, from a cosmetic and maintenance standpoint; usually encompasses pedicure services, nail trim, callus removal, massage and moisturizing; can encompass all services related to the feet foot spa n. generally used to describe the pedicure whirlpool units, regardless of size, that a pedicure client soaks in during the pedicure service; tends to apply to units that have whirlpool or jet action, though not necessarily formaldehyde n. a colorless, gaseous compound used in making phelonic resins, dyes, and in aqueous solutions as preservative and disinfectant forms n. what is used to sculpt a nail shape with acrylic; forms are sticky on one side so they adhere to the finger; forms are attached under the natural nail’s free edge and the acrylic system is used to form (sculpt) a nail franchise n. an agreement between a firm and another party in which the firm provides the other party with the right to use the firm’s name and to sell or rent its products; selling franchise rights is a method of expanding a business quickly with a minimum of capital free edge n. the end of the nail that extends beyond the fingertip; also called the distal nail plate French manicure n. a nail style that includes a white tip and a pink nail bed; can be achieved French tip French tips are a good way to quickly create the French manicure look with either acrylic or gel systems because they serve as tip guides. Most nail technicians follow the French tip application with pink or clear acrylic on the nail bed. (Photo courtesy of OPI.) fo - fu with nail polish, airbrushing, nail art paints, specialty tips, or colored acrylics; there are many variations of this look, but generally a “French” manicure incorporates one color on the nail tip and another, usually contrasting color, on the nail bed [see page 103] French tip n. a tip that fits on the nail and is used to create a French manicure look; is usually white and can be any shape [see inset this page] full-service distributor n. a supplier of professional beauty products; full-service usually refers to the fact that a supplier has the following characteristics: employs insalon sales representatives who service salon professionals and take product orders, often operates a storefront, offers professional and technical education; can also offer mail order or Internet buying for products, consulting services, and design consultation full-service salon n. generally thought to be a salon that offers more than specialized services; usually a salon that offers hair care and at least one other major service area (such as nails, skin care, or tanning) fumes n. very small, fine solid particles suspended in the air; they are formed when solid substances are vaporized by very high temperatures; fumes do not occur in the nail industry and are incorrectly confused with vapors fungicide n. an agent capable of destroying fungus fungus n. microscopic plants such as mold, dermatophyte, and yeast; only two members of this family can form colonies in or under the natural nail and under artificial nails; one of these is a yeast called candida albicans and the other is a dematophyte called trichophyton rubrum; if the NAILS encyclopedia 13
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