Apex nails are a type of nail enhancement that involves applying a monomer liquid and polymer powder over tips or natural nails. Here are some details, positive and negative aspects, and ingredients or materials related to apex nails:
Details:
- Apex: The apex, also known as the arch, is the area of the nail that has all of the strength. Having strength in the apex allows the base of the nail, sidewalls, and tip to be thin.
- Stress area: The stress area is the area of the nail where the natural nail ends and the extension begins. It is the area where the nail is most likely to break.
- Sidewall: The sidewall is the area of the nail that runs along the sides of the nail plate.
Positive aspects:
- Apex nails can add length and strength to natural nails.
- They can be used to create a variety of nail shapes and designs.
Negative aspects:
- Some nail products, including those used for apex nails, contain potentially harmful ingredients.
- Improper application or removal of apex nails can damage the natural nail.
Ingredients or materials:
- Monomer liquid: A type of liquid used in nail enhancements that reacts with polymer powder to create a hard, durable surface.
- Polymer powder: A type of powder used in nail enhancements that reacts with monomer liquid to create a hard, durable surface.
- Benzoyl peroxide: An initiator added to the polymer powder used in nail enhancements.
- Methacrylates: A branch of the acrylic family to which the ingredients in two-part monomer liquid and polymer powder enhancement systems belong.
- Cyanoacrylates: A type of monomer used to create wraps and other nail enhancements.
- Acrylic polymers: The primary component of artificial nails, made by reacting together acrylic monomers such as ethyl methacrylate monomer with acrylic.
It is important to use nail products safely, following labeled directions and paying attention to any warning statements. If you have a reaction to a nail product, it is recommended to report it to the FDA.
