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Definition:<\/strong> Ethyl acetate is a commonly used solvent in nail polish formulations. It plays a crucial role in dissolving and suspending various components, including pigments, polymers, and additives, within the nail polish mixture. Ethyl acetate evaporates during the drying process, leaving behind the desired color and finish on the nails.<\/p>\n
\nUsage:<\/strong> Ethyl acetate is an essential ingredient in nail polish production, ensuring that the different components blend seamlessly and evenly. As it evaporates during the polish's drying phase, it contributes to the creation of a smooth, long-lasting, and beautifully colored nail finish.<\/p>\n
\nExample in a sentence:<\/em> \"Thanks to ethyl acetate, this nail polish effortlessly combines vibrant colors and essential components, resulting in a manicure that boasts both durability and eye-catching beauty.\"<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_ad55109603332eff6e823196bebea1c2":"Butyl Acetate<\/div>
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Definition:<\/strong> Butyl acetate is a common solvent used in nail polish formulations. It serves as a key ingredient that helps dissolve and suspend other components, such as pigments, polymers, and additives, in the nail polish mixture. Butyl acetate evaporates as the polish dries, leaving behind the desired color and finish on the nails.<\/p>\n
\nUsage:<\/strong> Butyl acetate is crucial in nail polish production as it ensures that the various components mix evenly and smoothly. As the solvent evaporates during the drying process, it leaves behind the beautiful and long-lasting nail color that we all love.<\/p>\n
\nExample in a sentence:<\/em> \"Butyl acetate, the magic ingredient in nail polish, allows for the perfect blending of colors and additives, leaving your nails with a flawless, salon-worthy finish.\"<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_1246a1b7fb9bed3e4702bd0168f71114":"Nail plate<\/div>
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Hard layers of modified and keratinised skin cells, bonded together, to form a protective plate on the end of each finger and toe, that prevents damage to the underlying bone and allows for manual dexterity.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_bd83f8bc129a83a80cbb2ce4439b3a5d":"
Allergen<\/div>
A chemical that mobilises the immune system in the human body as it is a threat to the health of the body. Individuals have different levels of when a chemical becomes an allergen.<\/div>","cmtt_9aecd7e770e44995d0d43a85721341bb":"
Structure<\/div>
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In the context of 'nails', the structure is the creation of an overlay or an enhancement that provides the strongest 'structure' that depends on the length, shape, and aesthetic.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_64ebf31f4c999a2d9b02a3bef5556cc9":"
Combustible<\/div>
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This term means to \u2018catch fire easily\u2019. The more common term in the nail industry is flammable as many products used are classed as flammable.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_1fc6d774ecea12346a8ffab9f92b78e2":"
Cleanser<\/div>
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A cleanser in nail services usually refers to a product that removes oils and debris from the skin or, more relevantly, the nail plate. It will cleanse the skin or nail plate ready for other products to be used and become more effective as there will be no oil or debris barrier to the effectiveness of the subsequent products.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_0feaed3b66910e1ca5fc2a2031db83b4":"
Acetone<\/div>
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Acetone is a common solvent. It is used to remove nail product coatings efficiently and quickly. It is also a byproduct of metabolism within the human body.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_9104c189dbf42572c9678066c7711867":"
Irritant<\/div>
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An irritant is a substance that can cause inflammation, redness, or discomfort when it comes into contact with the skin or nails. In nail care, certain chemicals or ingredients may be classified as irritants and should be handled with caution or avoided if sensitivity occurs.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_1256c04862bdc6c8fe0105389d4f595c":"
Allergy<\/div>
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The reaction of the body to certain chemicals that it sees as a threat to health. It is a permanent condition.
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Volatile<\/div>
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It is a substance that easily evaporates at normal temperatures. Examples of volatile substances include alcohol, thinners, acetone, solvents in nail polishes, and gasoline.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_010053c089a17f831365ec13343999d7":"
Coating<\/div>
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A coating in nail services terms is any product that is applied to the nail plate<\/a> and leaves a layer of product. It can be traditional nail polish, a strengthening product, a UV gel product, an L&P product.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_5d9a553b829690f7eecc611184e17273":"Solvents<\/div>
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Solvents (in the context of nail products as water is a solvent) are chemicals such as acetone, ethyl acetate, methyl acetate, butyl acetate, toluene. They are able to dissolve certain products or break their bonds. They are commonly used in nail polishes and nail polish removers. They are usually volatile and are the method used to dry nail polish as they keep the product liquid until they are exposed air and will evaporate and leave the pigments and other ingredients (such as plastisers etc) as a nail coating. They are also used in nail plate dehydrators to cleanse and degrease the nail in the preparation for a coating application.<\/p>\n
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Pathogens (with the possible exception of fungal spores) are unable to survive in a product with a high level of solvents. This is why it is safe to use nail polish on several clients without spreading any pathogens<\/p>\n
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(Also see alcohols)<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_4eb428598c1d8f289e6897779124e77d":"
UV Gel<\/div>
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A nail product that cures (or polymerizes) under a UV lamp.
There are various types of UV gels, categorized by the way they can be removed, or by the way they can be used.
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Polish<\/div>
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Polish, also known as nail polish or nail enamel, is a cosmetic product that is applied to the nails to add color and shine. It is typically made from a combination of nitrocellulose, a solvent, and pigments or dyes.<\/p>\n<\/div>","cmtt_de1742f8900dd98b611af8bca55d2176":"
IPA<\/div>
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Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) - Used as a nail plate cleanser and for the removal of the \u2018inhibition layer\u2019 on many UV cured coatings. For an efficient nail plate cleanser a mix of IPA and acetone is ideal. They each remove different types of oils and temporarily dehydrate the surface of the nail plate in readiness for the application of a coating.<\/p>\n<\/div>"}};
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