In acrylic nail terminology, what does lifting refer to?

• A. The enhancement separating from the nail plate
• B. The growth of nails
• C. The application of extra acrylic
• D. The color change

Answer: (A)

Lifting describes the acrylic enhancement separating from the natural nail plate. It happens when the bond between the product and the nail isn’t secure, creating a gap under the acrylic. This can occur from not properly prepping the nail (leaving oils or moisture), applying the product too thick near the cuticle, or not achieving good adhesion. When lifting starts, moisture and debris can get under the edge, making the problem worse and shortening wear time. The other options describe natural nail growth, adding more product, or a change in color, none of which refer to the acrylic separating from the nail plate.