* A nail file is a tool used to grind down and shape the edges of nails with gentle movements.
* Nail buffing is the act of polishing the nail using nail buffers of successively finer grit in order to make it look more consistent and shiny.
Quick Picks
Things to Consider
* '''Nail File Features and Functions''':
** The more grit a file has, the less its abrasion on the nail.
** The lowest grit will be the most abrasiveand the highest grit is for delicate nails only.
* '''Nail Buffer Features and Functions''':
** Stimulates blood circulation to the base and aids in healthy nail growth.
** Smooths out nail ridges.
** In manicure, nail buffing is an alternative to chemical nail polish that may be more socially comfortable for men.
Types of Nail Files
* Emery Board Nail File
** Less abrasive. May take longer to file than metal files.
** Less expensive. Can be disposed after use on a single person.
* Glass Nail File
** Glass nail files have a smoother and more even surface.
** Does not splinter the nail like emery boards or metal nail files.
How to Use Buffers
* Buffers should be used on dry, bare, clean nails.
* Buff using long, energetic back and forth movements in one direction.
* Do not buff more than once a month; buffing too often can tear the nail.
