Features of Smart Nail Files
A nail file is a tool that every woman uses almost every day. And it is quite important that this product is of high quality, serves for a long time and treats the nail plate with care. There is a huge selection of nail files on the market, but the Smart tools deserve special attention. What are they and how to use them - let's figure it out.
Peculiarities
Smart nail file is a base with replaceable abrasive pads. It is very convenient for professionals in nail salons, as a new replacement unit can be used for each client.
In addition, Smart files have a number of advantages.
- This is a high quality product that has appropriate safety certifications.
- The base for the instrument is 100% surgical steel. It does not corrode, does not bend in operation, does not deform when exposed to high temperatures.
- Replaceable files are made of silicon carbide, do not crumble.
- After manufacturing, all attachments undergo a disinfection process and are completely sterile. They are packed using a hardware method, they do not come into contact with the hands of the packer.
- Available in different abrasiveness and shape. You will be able to choose the tool for your wishes and needs.
- The file width is tenths of a millimeter smaller than the file base. You don't have to file down the edge of the tool to make it safer. In addition, the base itself has a rounded edge, which makes it impossible to cut the client.
The disadvantages of this nail file include only its price. But here, firstly, an excellent combination, given its quality; secondly, the cost of this product will fully pay off over time, since you only have to buy replacement plates.
Views
Since the Smart file consists of two parts - the base and removable files - let's talk about them separately.
The basis for the file of this manufacturer is available in several types.
- Mini. The length of this tool is 13 cm, width - 1.2 cm. It is designed for filing the free edge, perfect for a pedicure. Due to its small size, it can be used to process a nail in the most inaccessible places. A replaceable file for a given file size will cost only 6 rubles, so this option is the most economical.
- Maxi. The parameters of this tool are 2 cm wide and 13 cm long. Perfect for filing the surface of the nail, as well as shaping it. This is a versatile tool, since the attachments for both the file and the buff are suitable for this base. Here the price of a removable file will be 8 rubles.
- Long. This is an elongated base, the width of which is the same as in the previous sample, and the length is 18 cm. This file is perfect for nail extension masters, it is convenient to use it for modeling, surface sawing. For this file, special replaceable nozzles with a thickness of 1 mm have been developed, which provide the cushioning necessary for modeling. Here the price of a removable file will also be 8 rubles.
- Boat. The basis of this form is available in two parameters: 13 and 18 cm long. It is convenient to file the nail with the round side of the file, especially in the area near the cuticle, while straight, you can easily give the nail plate the desired length and shape. A replacement unit for this base will cost you 9 rubles.
In addition, TM Smart produces an economical version of bases for files and buffs made of acrylic. The length and width of such a file corresponds to the standard one, made of steel, but the thickness is slightly larger: you can easily process even extended nails with such a tool. The base material tolerates chemical sterilization well, so there is no need to fear for the health of your clients.
Smart files are available in three abrasion ratings.
- 100 grit Suitable for extended nails. This is a tough file that can be used to do all the rough work of giving the desired architecture to the nail, to grind off excess gel.
- 180 grit Also suitable for extended nails. Marigolds are processed with it to obtain the final result, the surface is prepared for decoration.
- 240 grit Suitable for natural nails. With such a file, you can remove the gloss from the nail plate before applying the gel polish, and give the nails the desired shape.
The manufacturer also produces promotional gift sets consisting of 12 nail files. Here the bases are made of wood and have commemorative inscriptions.
Each tool comes with one premium 240 grit file. Such files are usually given by craftsmen to their clients for the holidays.
How to use
Using the Smart nail file is easy. It is enough to take a base, attach a removable file to it, having previously removed a protective film from a short length. First glue the edge, and then, carefully removing the protection, distribute the abrasive along the entire length of the plate.
After the completed manicure procedure, remove the file from the base and disinfect the plate.
Reviews
Reviews of Smart files are mostly good. Masters talk about the high quality of products, that the coating does not crumble, removes gel and acrylic well, and does not injure natural nails. With such a file in your arsenal, you do not have to store a lot of files, individually for each client. The only drawback of this tool, as noted by buyers, is the initial amount that needs to be laid out when purchasing a base and a set of removable files.
You will learn how to make a "soft square" shape of nails with a file in the following video.