electric files

File, Shape, and Buff Acrylic Nails with an E-file

Ann Chang shows how to file and shape nails using an e-file to speed up your services. She uses the same sanding band that she used to prep the nail and a low e-file speed to buff the acrylic nail.

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My First Facebook Live E-file Practice Is Set for August 7

Let’s learn e-files together! Facebook Live broadcasts are August 7 and 14 at 10 a.m. CST.

How to Remove Gel-Polish with an E-File

Ann Chang, educator for Kupa Inc. and host of The Nail Tips Show, demonstrates how to remove soak-off gel-polish using an electric nail file (the KUPA Mani Pro Passport E-File) and a 3-in-1 medium bit (a tapered bit with a small barrel, large barrel, and rounded like a safety bit, all in one). She also uses a medium sanding band to finish filing off the product.

Safe E-File Manicure With Kupa Featured Guest Artist Elaine Watson

Kupa's featured guest artist of the month Elaine Watson demonstrates how she performs a safe and gentle e-file manicure using Kupa's MANIPro Passport.

Maintaining Your Nail Tools and Equipment

Show Your Salon Tools Some Love: Buying salon tools and equipment is a big part of the cost of doing business. Make the most of your investment by learning how to maintain them to extend their life.

What's a "Russian" Manicure?

The Nail Hub's Elizabeth Morris shows the fundamentals of what you need to know about the "Russian" Manicure. Aggressive and improper techniques are possible with any piece of equipment so get knowledgeable, get educated, and get responsible no matter what methods you choose.

Danger Ahead: A Scientist’s View of the Russian Manicure

Industry scientist, author, and educator Doug Schoon issues a warning about the so-called Russian manicure technique.

Luraco Pro-30K E-File is Portable and Convenient

Luraco Technologies introduces its Pro-30K portable e-file, available in three vibrant colors.

Hand Filing and E-filing Tips to Speed Up Services

Whether you use a hand file or an e-file, it’s important to have a process and follow the same steps from nail to nail. These tips will help you learn to file quickly and consistently, finishing fast with nails that look the same from one to the next.

E-Filing 101: Don’t Forget to Charge the Unit

My e-file education got off to a great start at the Kupa Certification class.