Manicure devices: types, selection and use

Effective nail care can be provided not only by visiting a beauty salon, but also by performing all the procedures at home, with the help of devices such as modern manicure machines. The types, selection and use of these machines are described in our article.

The machine for nails is a device intended for hardware manicure; it can be used to care for the nails and the skin around them. All actions are performed at the expense of a rotating cutter, so this device is sometimes called a router. The device is a case, inside which there is a power supply, and outside - a working handle, on which you can change the nozzle. Also, the device has various buttons for switching modes, and a professional router has a separate foot pedal for more convenient control and change of rotational speed.

You can use the device for manicure and pedicure, tips allow you to perform various tasks:

• align and polish the nail plate;
• remove the applied coating, if you used gel varnish, acrylic;
• to file edges;
• process and remove the cuticle;
• remove pterygium - the bottom layer of the cuticle;
• clean the sides of old dead cells;
• process rough skin on the feet.

There are different types of devices. They are divided by use:

• home simple nail machine produces no more than 5 thousand revolutions per minute - this is enough to do the manicure yourself;
• A router designed for beginner masters usually has a higher speed: up to 25 thousand revolutions;
• to perform high-quality professional manicure, you need a serious device with a capacity of 30 thousand or more turns.

Any typewriter has a handle with nozzles. The standard option is a universal kit, in which there are tools for nail polishing and cuticle processing. There are also advanced options with other attachments, but it is not necessary to purchase all at once: the necessary devices can be purchased, they are sold separately.

The device can operate on batteries, connect to the network or have a special battery. There are also mini-models weighing up to 2 kg - you can take a portable router with you if you provide services and go home to customers.

If you want to not only take care of your nails, but also do an original manicure, you can consider airbrushing devices.They are miniature sprays of the pneumatic type, which allow you to apply various drawings to your nails. Such devices are suitable when working with various technicians:

• for ombre;
• for gradient;
• for drawing prints with accurate contours.

Also, when working with some types of varnishes, you will need a special lamp designed for drying, so if you want to do different types of manicure at home or think about your professional activity, you will need a whole set of techniques.

To choose the best option and not regret the money spent, you must first decide for what purposes you purchase a machine. Then the circle of choice can be slightly reduced to a suitable segment: home, semi-professional or professional.

First of all, pay attention to the handle, because it is the main working tool, so it is important that it be as comfortable as possible. Try to hold it and see if it fits your arm. It is also worth considering other points.

• Weight. The handle should be lightweight, especially if you plan to work with the device frequently. Optimum weight - up to 200 g.
• No vibration. Try to turn on the machine - the vibration should not be strongly felt and go into the handle, otherwise during the work your movements will be inaccurate and the manicure will not be too neat.
• Ergonomic. You should be comfortable interacting with the tool.

Consider the length of the wire that connects the handle to the power supply. It should not be short, but long wires are not the most convenient option for permanent work, they can be confused and interfered. It is better if it is a spiral wire of medium length: it is quite compact, but can stretch if necessary.

Pay attention to the presence of a vacuum cleaner in the kit. It is designed to collect cornified particles. Devices with such equipment more expensive, but if you plan to use the machine often, then this is the right purchase. Most professional models have an additional device of this type.

Special mention deserve tips, through which the processing of the nail plate and skin. The set should have the necessary minimum, which is required for simple home care:

• disks of various diameters intended for filing and shaping;
• cuticle spatula;
• discs for coarse and finish sanding;
• nozzles used for processing nail rollers;
• disc tips for polishing;
• brush for cleaning.

Nozzles have clamps that hold them. They can be manual, semi-automatic or automatic. On the cheapest models, the nozzles need to be changed manually, by unscrewing the nuts each time, which is not very convenient. Automatic clamps do not require these difficulties, but models of this type are more expensive. A semi-automatic clips can be a compromise solution for the price.

All nozzles are divided into several categories, depending on the material from which they are made, as well as the scope of use.

• Ceramic made from a special mixture with abrasive particles, which is baked in a furnace and turns into solid material. They are small, moderately abrasive and rather large, suitable for various types of work with the skin, however, they can not handle artificial nails. These tips are used for the careful removal of a hardened skin layer or hard calluses during a pedicure.

• Diamond tips exist in two forms - sintered and precipitated. The first option is cheaper, it is suitable for permanent work with acrylic nails, and the second type - for the treatment of gel coatings and leather.

• Metallic nozzles are distinguished by their notch, they can work in one given direction or have the possibility of reverse rotation. They are well suited for the initial stage and pre-treatment before further procedures, and can be used to affect hard and soft surfaces. Cutters with the coarse notch quickly cut off cornified skin, they can be used to reduce the thickness of the gel or acrylic coating for the correction or remove artificial nails. Fissure tips are needed for a pedicure.

• Silicone products of different abrasiveness are used for grinding and subsequent polishing of acrylic, sometimes they work with the gel. Nozzles with a high abrasive ability are used for sanding the skin and giving it a silky shine, as well as for treating the nail before carrying out the extension.

• Polishing tipsMade from natural materials, used to work on dry nails or with special oils.

• Caps Different forms are used to treat hardened skin or artificial nails. These products are disposable, if you work with clients, then each time you will need to wear a new cap.

Finding such cars for sale is not a problem, those who want to do a hardware manicure have several options:

• in stores selling small household appliances, there are also machines with a simple device, intended for home use or beginner craftsmen;
• professional equipment should be sought in specialized departments or ordered on the manufacturer's website;
• You can search for options in online stores to avoid extra charges, however, in this case you will not always have the opportunity to review and check the goods before purchasing.

Many women who have purchased the device for home use, note that it’s really more convenient to take care of your nails and save on some salon procedures, even if the power of the machine is small. The feedback from the masters on professional models is also positive, since a hardware manicure is in demand and good equipment is always in demand.

• For home conditions suitable model from Avon. This is an inexpensive device, so if you decide to try this care for the first time, you can start with it. It works only at low speeds, so the likelihood of accidental injury is excluded. Included is a basic set of nozzles, which is easy to understand, as well as a convenient stand for storing all accessories.

• For the first experience with a manicure device, you can choose a small and convenient model from Faberlic. The machine differs in low cost, but at the same time it has all necessary, in a set there are 5 nozzles. The device works from ordinary batteries, has a compact size and is sold in a case where it can be stored. This machine is easy to take with you on vacation.

• Available option - the device Beurer. It is also suitable for beginners, but has more advanced functionality with reverse rotation, there is a possibility to switch speeds, 7 nozzles are included in the kit. Works from the network. The bag-cover in which it can be transported or stored is attached to the machine that small nozzles were not lost.

• Beginners can try their hand with Vitek machine. It has 10 different tips, there is a reversible function, you can switch speeds. With this router you can do manicure and pedicure. The device operates on battery power, so the wires will not be confused by hands; there is a charge indicator on the case. Sold with a storage case, it can also be used as a portable case, if you want to take the machine with you.

• Another budget model is Magic Bits. It is quite light, and can work if necessary, both from the battery and from the network. When choosing a wireless charging method, it will take about two hours. Revolution speed - up to 30 thousand, there is a function of the reverse. On the case there is an indicator that shows the level of charge, as well as the selected speed.

• Compact Option suitable for manicure and pedicure due to the presence of all the necessary attachments included with this device. The machine has a separate foot pedal, which allows you to work with convenience. There is also a reverse function and built-in protection against possible overheating.

• Irisk model suitable for the first experiences novice masters. There is a function of reverse rotation, complete convenient stand and multifunctional nozzles that allow you to perform different types of treatment for manicure and pedicure. A built-in fan prevents the motor from overheating. Has a speed of up to 25 thousand revolutions.

• For home care fit jess nail. It can also be purchased for those who want to try to professionally engage in manicure. This machine has a rather high speed - up to 30 thousand revolutions, so it supports different modes, it has a reverse function, it can be used for manicure and pedicure. There is also a foot pedal.

If you intend to open a salon and engage in manicure, you will need professional equipment. The prices of such devices start from 150 thousand rubles, therefore such an investment should be deliberate, so that the machine can pay for itself.

• AquaJet Apparatus - stationary type, its rotational speed can reach up to 40 thousand revolutions. It has the function of dust removal with spray, silent motor, protection against overheating. Nozzles are well fixed, even if they are quite heavy. You can adjust the speed, control - electronic.

• Machine FeetLiner Eco It has several modes of operation, automatic fixation of tips and a built-in vacuum cleaner. Rotation speed - up to 30 thousand revolutions. There is a backlight for more convenient work.

• Podomaster TurboJet - a device with electronic control and rotational speed up to 40 thousand revolutions. It has a built-in vacuum cleaner, foot pedal for control, the ability to adjust modes. Memory cells allow you to install programs for different types of care. Powerful motor runs silently.

Any device comes complete with instructions, and before you use the machine, you need to study the recommendations. Each tip has a description, so you can figure out what they are meant for, even if you first decided to do a manicure at home. Before you insert the nozzle into the machine, treat it with alcohol or another solution for disinfection.

If earlier you did not work with the router, then it is better to first practice on artificial nails or other suitable surfaces in order to understand how the device works, to determine the appropriate pressing force and power. Start processing at low speeds, so as not to injure the nail or skin.

• To use the machine there is a step by step instruction that will help you familiarize yourself with this device.
• First you need to remove the old varnish. Use the usual nail polish remover. Before starting work, your hands must be dry, so they must be thoroughly wiped.
• Take a wooden stick and gently push back the cuticle so as not to damage it. It is better to pre-apply a special solution to soften the cuticle to work easier. Such tools are easy to find in the departments for manicure.
• Using the nozzle of medium hardness, treat the cuticle and skin on the side rollers. Do not press the router too hard to avoid damage.

• Find a soft spherical nozzle and walk on your palms and fingers to remove the top layer of dead cells.
• Align the shape of the nail with a trapezoid or cylinder attachment.
• After that, you can begin to polish with a special nozzle. This stage is considered the most difficult, so you need to do everything carefully. Work carefully and do not delay the polisher in one area.
• Take a small brush or brush to remove dust and skin particles.
• After work, you can use firming composition for nails or varnish them.

With the help of the machine you can not only process the nails, but also remove the gel polish if you want to get rid of the annoying coating. For this it is important to choose the right nozzles - suitable ceramic or metal. In addition, this work is done at high speeds, so care must be taken not to damage the nail plate. It is recommended to take breaks so that the hands do not get tired and the movements are accurate. To remove the cover, follow the step by step instructions:

• movement should start from the cuticle, performing circular movements along the arc, first clockwise and then in the other direction;
• then remove the lacquer on the sides of the nail plate;
• the final stage - work with the middle of the nail, you need to drive the nozzle up and down to remove the remnants of the coating.

To make the device serve you for a long time, use it correctly and follow some guidelines:

• do not use the machine on wet nails, always dry your hands before starting the procedure;
• after work, clean the machine and its component parts from crumbs;
• Keep the device in a special case or in a box to protect it from dust, moisture and other effects;
• if the device has no cooling function with a built-in fan, take a break every 15 minutes to prevent the motor from overheating;
• Do not bend the cords and store them neatly folded.

Sometimes the device fails, most of all breakdowns - it malfunctions handle. Most often it breaks down due to the fact that the bearings are clogged with nail dust. Also, problems may occur with the power supply. Repair service centers and workshops involved - if you have a warranty, you can use the coupon.

On how to choose a device for a manicure, see the following video.