Arizona State Board Nail Technology Practice Exam

Which tool is NOT recommended for use with airbrush stencils?

1. Liner brush

2. Detail brush

3. Filling brush

4. Flat brush

The correct answer is: Liner brush

The liner brush is not recommended for use with airbrush stencils because its design is specifically tailored for fine lines and detailed work, rather than for applying a liquid medium in a broader or more uniform manner that an airbrush requires. Airbrush stencils are typically utilized to create larger graphics or designs that benefit more from a spray application rather than the precise lines that a liner brush would offer. In contrast, detail brushes, filling brushes, and flat brushes are better suited for a variety of techniques that complement the use of airbrush stencils. Detail brushes can help touch up or refine areas after an airbrush application, filling brushes can effectively cover larger areas with color, and flat brushes can create smooth, even strokes which aligns more with the application style of airbrush techniques. Thus, the liner brush's specific use case makes it less compatible with the goals of airbrush work.