Abrasive

A nail file or buffer

Benzoyl peroxide (BPO)

used to start the chain reaction that leads to curing

Chain reactions

A process that joins together monomers to create very long polymer chains

Dappen dish

A small glass or plastic container that holds a minimal amount of products for one service use

Fill, Backfill

A two to three weeks maintenance service to fill in the area of new growth with new products as well as rebalance the shape of the nail and perform any repairs needed

Grit

How many grains of sand are on the file per square inch

Lifting

When artificial products lift up or pull away from the nail

Liquid or powder nail enhancement

Created by combining a monomer liquid mixed with polymer powder

Mix ratio

The amount of monomer liquid and polymer powder used to create a bead

Nail primer

Used on the natural nail prior to products application to assist in adhesion

Shiner

A buffer (usually 400/1000/4000), used to create a highly shine on a natural nail or a nail enhancement