Nail Care and Manicure Techniques Quiz

Test your knowledge of manicuring with these nail care questions. Learn about base coats, nail shapes, polish types, and more!

#1

What is the primary purpose of using a base coat in a manicure?

To moisturize the nails
To protect the nails from staining
To promote nail growth
To add color to the nails
#2

Which tool is commonly used to push back cuticles during a manicure?

Nail file
Cuticle nipper
Cuticle pusher
Nail buffer
#3

Which of the following nail shapes is characterized by a flat, squared-off tip?

Almond
Stiletto
Square
Round
#4

What is the primary purpose of a nail buffer in nail care?

To remove nail polish
To shape the nails
To smooth the nail surface
To push back cuticles
#5

Which type of nail polish finish is characterized by a shiny, reflective surface?

Matte
Glossy
Satin
Sheer
#6

Which of the following tools is used to remove excess skin around the nails during a manicure?

Nail file
Cuticle nipper
Nail buffer
Emery board
#7

What is the purpose of using a top coat in a manicure?

To strengthen the nails
To remove excess nail polish
To add shine and protect the polish
To moisturize the cuticles
#8

Which type of nail polish requires a UV or LED lamp to cure and harden?

Regular nail polish
Gel nail polish
Matte nail polish
Acrylic nail polish
#9

What is the purpose of using a nail primer in acrylic nail application?

To clean the nails
To promote adhesion
To add color to the nails
To shape the nails
#10

Which ingredient is commonly found in nail hardeners to strengthen the nails?

Acetone
Formaldehyde
Toluene
Calcium
#11

What is the purpose of using a UV or LED lamp in gel nail polish application?

To dry the polish quickly
To add color to the nails
To cure and harden the polish
To remove excess polish
#12

Which type of nail shape is characterized by a pointed tip?

Square
Round
Almond
Stiletto
#13

What is the purpose of using a cuticle oil in nail care?

To remove nail polish
To strengthen the nails
To soften and moisturize the cuticles
To add color to the nails
#14

What is the purpose of using a nail dehydrator before applying nail enhancements?

To remove excess oil and moisture
To add moisture to the nails
To remove old nail polish
To shape the nails
#15

Which type of nail enhancement involves dipping the nails into colored acrylic powder?

Acrylic nails
Dip powder nails
Gel nails
Fiberglass nails
#16

What is the primary purpose of using a base gel in gel nail enhancement?

To moisturize the nails
To protect the nails from staining
To add color to the nails
To promote nail growth
#17

Which ingredient is commonly found in nail polish remover?

Acetone
Formaldehyde
Toluene
Ethanol
#18

Which type of nail enhancement involves applying a layer of silk or fiberglass over the natural nail?

Acrylic nails
Gel nails
Dip powder nails
Fiberglass nails

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