Indiana PSI Nail Technician Practice Test

Which type of gel nails require soaking the nail in acetone remover for removal?

1. Gel nails with art

2. Soft UV gel nails

3. Hard UV gel nails

4. No maintenance nail

The correct answer is: Soft UV gel nails

The type of gel nails that requires soaking the nail in acetone remover for removal is soft UV gel nails. Soft UV gels are designed to be more flexible and lighter than hard gels, making them easier to remove. When it's time to take off soft gel nails, the technician typically files the top layer of the gel slightly to break the seal, then soaks the nails in acetone. This process allows the gel to dissolve and be gently wiped away, minimizing damage to the natural nail underneath. In contrast, hard UV gel nails are intended to provide more strength and durability and cannot be easily soaked off. They often require filing and specific tools for removal, rather than a soak in acetone. Meanwhile, gel nails with art can be soft or hard gels depending on the specific products used, and no maintenance nail options typically involve techniques or products that don't require soaking for removal. Thus, it’s critical to accurately identify soft UV gel for proper removal methods.