filing techniques

Troubleshooter: Shaping Acrylic Nails Oval

Some diehard fans of the oval nail remain - causing problems for some nail techs who can’t seem to get the same result they would with the square look.

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The Techniques of Filing

Which type of file is better: the classic abrasive or an electric one? That’s a question that can have nail techs debating for days. One thing’s for sure, however— both do their duties well.

Drill Bits and Pieces

Whatever filing need you may have, electric files can do the job.

Time to Shine

Just because the buffing step is last doesn’t mean it should be glossed over. Perfecting you buffing skills can transform natural or artificial nails from good to great.

Filling with Finesse

The Ultimate File Guide

From functional to just plain fun, nail files come in hundreds of styles. Most are a matter of personal preference, but there have been some advancements that can make your work faster and easier:

Making a U-Turn

Create a more natural-looking nail with a U-shaped free edge and sharper-looking C-curve.

Troubleshooter: How to Give Squares All the Right Curves

Whether your client wants oval or squoval nails, a squared nail is the best place to start.

Troubleshooter: Shave Time From Services With a Good Filing System

You can’t beat a good filing system for helping you to make consistently great nails in less time. The first step is to develop one that works best for the way you work.

Shave Time From Services With A Good Filing System

You can’t beat a good filing system for helping you to make consistently great nails in less time. The first step is to develop one that works best for the way you work.