Illinois Nail Technician Practice Exam

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What keeps the skin around the nails soft and pliable?

Moisturizer
Secretion
Exfoliation
Oil massage

The correct answer is: Secretion

The correct choice for maintaining the softness and pliability of the skin around the nails is the secretion produced by the sebaceous glands. These glands release sebum, a natural oil that acts as a moisturizer for the skin. This secretion helps prevent dryness and brittleness, contributing to the overall health and appearance of the skin surrounding the nails. While moisturizers and oil massages can also aid in keeping the skin soft, they are applied externally, whereas sebaceous gland secretion is a natural process in the body. Exfoliation, although beneficial for removing dead skin cells, does not specifically target the hydration and pliability of the skin around the nails. Therefore, the natural secretion from the sebaceous glands plays the crucial role in keeping this area soft and pliable.