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Part 3

BASIC TOOLS

There are plenty of manicure tools on the market but you need to know which ones are best suited to your needs. Files are essential; you should always keep one in your purse for emergencies, but….. which kind should you choose?

Files are made from various materials

1 PAPER: this is the most common type, cheap and easy to find. It comes in all types, colors, and shapes (square, half-moon, long, etc.) It’s easily manufactured, which allows companies to make small and purse-sized versions that can be kept in a bag for quick touch-ups. It’s available in different grains, from super-fine to super-coarse, and is practical, convenient, light, and flexible; it conforms quite well to the shape of the nail, making filing relatively easy. The disadvantage of this type of file is that it cannot be washed, as any contact with water will ruin it.

2 METAL: these are durable, easy to clean and handle, perfect for strong, healthy nails, but not advisable for brittle ones.