Failure to remove shine from the natural nail before applying acrylic can cause which outcome?

• A. Faster cure
• B. No effect
• C. Lifting and/or breaking
• D. Stronger adhesion

Answer: (C)

Removing shine is part of proper nail prep because it eliminates a barrier between the natural nail and the acrylic. The shiny surface is slick and often oily, which resists bonding. Buffing creates micro-roughness that helps the acrylic grip mechanically and removes oils that can block chemical bonding. If the surface stays shiny, the acrylic sits on a smooth, oily film and cannot form a strong bond to the nail plate. This weak bond leads to lifting at the junction and, with normal wear, can cause the enhancement to crack or break away. So, failure to remove shine increases the risk of lifting and/or breaking rather than improving cure, having no effect, or improving adhesion.