Cuticle Files: Features, Types and Rules of Use

Recently, unedged manicure type is becoming increasingly popular. Among the various tools required to ensure this process, special files are very important. With their help, they remove the cuticle and correct the shape of the nail end.

Without this tool to make high-quality unedged manicure is almost impossible. In fact, the device of this object does not differ from a standard nail file, but it has a number of specific qualities: a ribbed structure, flexibility, a coating safe for nails.

Files of different manufacturers differ from each other: laser, diamond, crystal.

The tool softens the cuticle, preventing its rapid regeneration and, consequently, regrowth.

The process of removing the cuticle and side rollers without forceps and cutting is called European. Among its advantages are the absence of the possibility of injury, high technology, giving the skin tenderness, smoothness without breaking the structure. You should know that the maximum effect can not be achieved at the first procedure - the skin needs to “get used” to this method of exposure.

There are a number of rules that must be observed when using such a file:

• it can be used only on dry nails, so steaming and other baths before a manicure are excluded;
• the tool itself must also be applied in a dry state;
• the file is applied to the cuticle with the entire surface, and only then you need to start sawing;
• unlike a nail file, movements can be in different directions, since this tool is safe for nails;
• at the end of the cuticle treatment, a special moisturizing oil is applied to it with a nail file.

• Laser file This tool weighs extremely little, so you can carry it everywhere with you. The surface of the file is incredibly thin, which ensures gentle removal. The obvious advantage of a laser look is long term. Price range from 70 to 700 rubles.
• Crystal nail file. Suitable for handling cuticles and nails, safe and comfortable to use. The average price is 300 rubles.
• Ceramic file It is very convenient to sterilize, as it is made of glass.
• Diamond coated. This tool is preferred by professional masters. It is expensive, but very effective. It is considered the best option for the cuticle file.
• Clever file. Ideal for sensitive and thin skin. The name of its tool is obliged to the ability to remove only dead skin.

This question is not easy to solve, especially since the richest assortment of special nail files is on the market today. The most important difference between nail files is professional and independent use, and already within these types they are divided by manufacturers and materials.

• Mertz - a metal file with diamond dusting. The weight of this tool is small, the size is small, so it is very comfortable to use. Ideal removes not only the cuticle, but also the rollers from the sides. Used for manicure unhealthy plates.
• Shere & Nage - “smart” nail file with an exclusive innovative surface, which ensures effective removal of dead particles, without affecting healthy skin. The risk of plate failure is minimal.
• Messer & Nagel - laser view. Its size is quite considerable, while the surface ensures perfect removal of the cuticle. The tool is quite flexible, which facilitates the process of manicure, makes it more comfortable.

• Solinberg - the professional tool with a diamond dusting. This nail file is flexible and plastic, cutting off dead skin is very high quality. Suitable for sensitive types of dermis.
• Michelia professional - for professional craftsmen. It features a unique surface, namely a perforated structure. Sawing is completely safe and very high quality. The only disadvantage of this tool is the high price.
• Molecule Professional - diamond surface. Suitable for both professional and home use. Easily removes dead skin, copes with the most complex options. It helps to reduce the rate of regeneration, respectively, the cuticle and the sides grow much slower. Does not allow any injury to the nails.

Professional masters and amateurs in general very highly appreciate the files for unedged manicure. Most positive reviews from brands of the average price category, since it is in it the best possible ratio of quality and price. Negative reviews relate to the fragility of files (usually less than a year) and low efficiency after the first procedure.

Review the cuticle files from Shere & Nagel in the video below.