Nail clipper: what is it and how to use it?

One of the details that is often overlooked is the nails. In order to go to the salon for a manicure, you do not always have time and money. Carrying nail scissors with you is also not a good idea. Their sharp tips can tear your purse, and it is simply inconvenient to cut your nails with them on the road or at an event. In such cases, a nail clipper comes to the rescue.

A clipper (also called a clipper) is a miniature mechanical nail pliers. This tool can be found in most home manicure kits. In fact, the clipper is needed for the same thing as nail scissors, to remove the overgrown part of the nail plate, however, it has a number of advantages over the latter.

• It has no sharp ends, which allows you to carry it with you even in your pocket.
• Most clippers come with a small chain or have a hole for it. The tool can be hung on the keychain along with the keys and always at hand.
• Much more convenient to use. Among the disadvantages of nail scissors, many note the inconvenience of cutting nails with their left hand. With a clipper, such problems do not arise, it is equally convenient for them to use both hands.

• Allows you to quickly shorten the nail in one stroke, with a minimum of effort. Leaves no dents or ragged edges.
• Does not touch the skin around the nail, does not leave burrs. Even small children can get their nails cut.
• Bites off burrs easily and painlessly.

Nail clippers are usually made from a metal alloy that can include carbon, silicon, magnesium or chromium. Some manufacturers, such as Zinger, coat their manicure tools with gold or silver. The gold plating serves rather to give the product an attractive appearance and some status. Silver has been known since ancient times for its disinfecting properties. It prevents bacteria and harmful microorganisms from growing on the surface of the instrument, so you don't have to worry too much about the sterility of the instrument.

Nail clippers are very easy to use and don't require any skill. Simply position the tool at the crease of your index finger perpendicular to the surface of the nail and press down on the lever with your thumb.

This type of manicure is ideal for both thin, soft nails, and for hard ones, which scissors do not do well. That is why men prefer clippers that do an excellent job with thick nails and are more durable than small manicure scissors.

The best choice is a clipper with an anti-corrosion coating. Such a device will not rust and will last much longer. It is strongly discouraged to buy tongs from stalls or cheap shops that sell everything. Such a tool will be of poor quality and will fall apart even faster than it starts to rust, and the cutting edge will become dull after a couple of months of active use.

Choose a clipper with a thumbnail-width cutting blade, then the use will be as efficient as possible. The lever should be pressed smoothly, effortlessly and without squeaking. It is very good if there are grooves on the surface of the clipper. Thanks to them, the tool will not slip out of your hands at the most inopportune moment.

Also on sale you can find curved clippers, devices with silicone pads or pads. All these little things do not significantly affect the operation of the tool and are intended solely for ease of use. For example, a nail clipper with a silicone pad will be useful for people with excessive sweating of the hands, as it will provide additional protection against slipping.

Unfortunately, when choosing a nail care tool, it is not always possible to open the package before buying. This can make it difficult to check the quality of materials and workmanship. And if you buy a device from an unknown manufacturer, there is a risk of getting a "pig in a poke". For this reason, most buyers prefer well-known brands that are time-tested. Of these, Zinger, Zwilling and Wusthof enjoy particular popularity and popular love.

The latter specialize in the manufacture of premium manicure supplies that are used by professionals around the world. High-strength stainless steel is used in their manufacture. As the manufacturers assure, with proper use, you will never need to sharpen your manicure accessories. However, a huge and indisputable disadvantage of the products of these companies is their price. Yes, the devices are undoubtedly of high quality and made to last. But not everyone is ready to pay so much for the brand, given that for a home manicure it is not necessary to purchase the tools that are used in salons.

Zinger is a world renowned manufacturer of manicure tools. Millions of people around the world trust this company to take care of their nails. It is hardly possible to find a person who has not yet heard of her. Unlike the previous two brands, Zinger is in short supply of stars and offers superior quality at reasonable prices.Also, an indisputable advantage is the widespread use of this manufacturer's products in stores.

Zinger offers classic models and clippers with a file that can be retractable or located on the product itself. Simple and familiar to everyone - nothing superfluous. The range also includes clippers of various sizes, both in length and in width of the cutting edge. Everyone will definitely find for himself what suits him. Nickel-plated, brushed or tinted stainless steel is used in the manufacture of tools.

All devices are sharpened by craftsmen by hand, which completely eliminates the likelihood of defects and guarantees a neat and accurate cut of the nail.

Retail outlets are worth mentioning separately. It is very common to find suspiciously cheap Zinger manicure supplies. Since the products of this manufacturer are popular and are trusted by buyers, counterfeits are quite common. To insure against buying a low-quality product, it is worth remembering a few simple things.

• The packaging of the original product contains holographic stickers.
• The packaging is bright blue with two gray stripes on the top and bottom. They should be labeled: on top - "Classic", on the bottom - "Zinger".
• The clipper must be engraved with the trademark - the letter "Z" in the shield, the batch and batch number.
• A plastic imitation print on a string must be attached to the package.

These identification marks will help protect yourself from counterfeiting and purchase a truly high-quality tool that will last for many years.

You will learn how to cut a child's nails with a clipper in the following video.