Nail ServicesQuestion 38 of 100
You are shortening and shaping a client's natural nails. Which abrasive is appropriate?
a.A very coarse abrasive around 80 grit, the same one used to shape acrylic
b.A medium-to-fine abrasive of about 180 grit or higher
c.A metal file, because it lasts longer than a paper file
d.Any grit works as long as you file gently
Explanation
The lower the grit number, the coarser and more aggressive the abrasive, so a natural nail is shaped with about 180 grit or finer. An 80 grit file is made for shaping hard enhancement product and will shred a natural plate. Metal files tear the layers of the plate, and pressing lightly with a coarse file still removes far too much nail.
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