Title: Demonstrate removal of artificial nails.
Course: Cosmetology II (Two-Year Program) (19101-2YII) > Section: Caring for Skin, Hands, and Feet

Demonstration should include

- washing and cleaning hands
- soaking nails in an approved solvent (e.g., acetone) specified by the manufacturer
- using an orangewood stick to gently push off softened acrylic nail
- repeating until all acrylic has been removed
- refraining from using nippers to remove acrylic as this will damage the nail plate.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How long should one soak nails in acetone?
- Why is the orangewood stick used to push off acrylic?
- What type of follow-up care/instructions should the client be given?