Arizona State Board Nail Technology Practice Exam

What is used under the free edge to extend the nail tip for added length?

1. Dual forms

2. Nail tips

3. Nail forms

4. Foil wraps

The correct answer is: Nail forms

The correct answer, nail forms, are devices used in nail enhancements to create and support the desired shape and length of a nail extension. When used under the free edge, they allow the nail technician to sculpt the nail extension directly while providing a sturdy foundation that can be shaped according to the client’s preferences. Nail forms are particularly useful for creating longer nails without the need for pre-made tips, offering flexibility in design and allowing for customization in length and curvature. Other options, such as dual forms and nail tips, serve different purposes in nail enhancement techniques. Dual forms are used for specific gel application methods, enabling a one-piece gel application that cures in its mold, while nail tips are pre-molded extensions glued onto the natural nail to add length but do not allow for the same level of custom shaping as nail forms. Foil wraps, on the other hand, are more often used for specific nail art techniques or as a form of temporary nail enhancement, rather than for adding length.