Thursday, November 6, 2014

The Benefits Of A Crystal Nail File

By Etta Bowen


Having good fingernails is essential to any well-groomed woman. Emery boards, which have a sand-paper like effect, are often used to shape nails. Metal boards are also available and some women prefer these as they last longer. However, women now have the option of purchasing a crystal nail file. This offers durability but has many other advantages too.

These files are manufactured in such a way as to uniquely harden the glass. These files do vary in quality, depending on the material used but the best ones are really strong with a long lifespan. One can become damaged if it is not cared for properly and dropping it should obviously be avoided if possible. Storing it in the protective tube provided when it is purchased is advisable when it is not in use.

A very effective abrasive surface is created on the glass by sand blasting or acid etching. Emery and metal boards all come with a specific grit number which refers to how many abrasive particles there are per square inch. The finer the grit, the gentler the effect on the nails. The ultra fine grit on glass files prevents any rough edges, chipping or peeling of nails.

This abrasive surface does not wear down, unlike emery boards that lose their effectiveness fairly quickly. It continues to offer the same quality throughout its life span. Artificial and natural nails can be safely filed but dipping the file in water before use is recommended when filing artificial ones.

These files seal the keratin layers of nails together preventing any chipping, peeling or splitting. They leave the nails glossy and smooth without any rough edges. Chipping, thinning nails can even be brought back into a healthy, strong condition. They are gentle enough not to cause any damage to their structure of the nails but still grind them effectively.

The non-porous nature of the glass is an advantage too when it comes to hygiene and cleanliness. It can just be run under a faucet to clean it off and if it is still not clean, detergent can be used. Emery boards cannot really be cleaned and simply have to be discarded. Even metal boards are difficult to clean.

Professionals like to use these files because they are easy to clean and hygienic to use. It is possible to sterilize them between use on different clients. The non-porous nature of the glass also means that no bacterial or fungal infections are passed between clients. They are also safe, effective and gentle on the nails of their clients, offering a top quality result.

A product like this is obviously more expensive than many other boards. However, its durability soon makes up for any initial outlay. These products are also very attractive and are often decorated in interesting ways. They may be sandblasted with a design, have a handle embellished with special stones and they also come in different colors. It is easy to purchase excellent products like this from online stores today.




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