The first thing you will notice when you use your crystal glass nail file, is how smooth it is on your nail. You don’t get the rough, jagged edges like you do when using an emery board, metal or diamond file. A Crystal file is very smooth and gentle and yet surprisingly effective. Metal files and emery boards tear the nail as they file, leaving rough, sharp edges. Also crystal files seal the tip of your name which helps prevent water, dirt and debris from getting into the nail tip. This is one of the reasons nails can chip, crack and peel. But you have to be faithful to the glass file and not use the emory board or metal files. 

Small Glass Nail File:  3 1/2″ long  x 1/2″ wide x 2mm thick 

• The small size is 3.5″ long and we like to call this the travel size. Perfect for a backpack or  handbag or even the center console of your car. 

Medium Glass Nail File:  5 1/2″ long x 12″ wide x 2mm thick 

• The medium size is 5.5″ is our most popular.  It is easy to maneuver and about the same size as an emery board.

Large Nail File: 7 3/4″ long x 6/8″ wide x 4mm thick

• This one can be used a few different ways.  It is rougher than the small and medium file so if you have stronger nails you will notice that it is quicker to shape your nails with this size. Also you can use this on calluses.  Feet, elbows, hands, etc.

XL Glass File: 6 3/8″ long x 1 3/8″ wide x 1/4″ thick

This big file is absolutely amazing. I would only use this one on your heals. This one is much more coarse than the other 3 sizes. You can use it on your feet if they are wet or dry. We find it works best when your feet are damp. But if you want to wear sandals one day and realize your heels aren't ready for sandals,  that's ok, just get out this file and smooth the skin.  Add some lotion and you are ready to go!

* And please, don't use the cheese grater callus remover. Anytime you remove/tear your skin, you are just making the calluses worse.The crystal glass files smoothes the skin and will not break it open to let infection in.

Cleanliness should always be an important part of the manicure process in order to maintain healthy nails. And we love glass nail files because they can easily be cleaned and sanitized after each use. They are not porous like emery boards, so bacteria won’t be able to grow in your file. Traditional emery boards cannot be cleaned, so bacteria are more likely to sit and build up after each use. For at home use, simply rinse your file under warm water and air dry or pat dry with a towel. If you use a towel please remember to PAT the file dry and not WIPE it.  Otherwise you will get lint from the towel on your file. For professional use, simply use standard FDA approved sanitation methods including UV light, auto-clave and sterilizing solution.

It’s also important to note that emery boards should be discarded after two or three uses. 

• Tip: If you're heading to the salon for a manicure, consider bringing your own favorite glass nail file to alleviate any hygienic concerns. 

ABSOLUTELY, All glass files are not the same. There are poor quality, inexpensive glass nail files.For example some factories produce and market a glass nail file where the roughness is adhered to the glass base. These files will go dull in a very short time because the rough part of the files is “glued” on and that can wear off very quickly and the roughness will be gone. Some factories produce files which are thin and not tempered and break easily.  If this type of file breaks it can cut you. We only buy our glass files from the Czech Republic. The crystal is chemically etched which makes that permanent. Our files are hardened as well so they are not as fragile, and they are tempered. Like your eyeglasses, or car windshield, the tempered glass file will not shatter, eliminating concerns of getting cut should the file ever break.

Short answer is yes, it's glass.  We don't advise you using it as a screwdriver or to pick something out of a tight space.However, our crystal glass nail files are remarkably sturdy, and made with the finest, high-quality, chemically-etched, Czech Republic glass.The filing surface has an unlimited lifespan and is guaranteed to never wear out.  If your file ever wears down, we will replace it for free!

Diabetics have to take great care and caution with their feet. We offer two solutions for Diabetics and individuals with problem or sensitive feet. First, is the Large File and second is the XL Foot file. Both are perfect because the files will smooth your skin and not remove it. Most pumice stones have pointed corners that can cut into the skin and can cause the skin to tear away and bleed. Plus, the pumice is a porous rock which will hold bacteria.  Glass is a non-porous material. 

Most definitely. Depending on the toughness of your pets nails would determine which file you would use.  

True story.  I was doing an event and a man walked up to me with his parrot on his shoulder.  Asked if he could try a file to shorten the bird's nails.  Guess who bought a file that day?

Using a crystal glass nail file on puppies and kittens can help them overcome their timidness for grooming. The file is not noisy so that is a nice benefit. 

Anyone who cares about the health and appearance of their nails would be delighted with a gift of a crystal glass nail file. Our files make a personalized gift, both beautiful and functional. Unlike many gifts, a nail file is used regularly. So if given as a gift, the recipient will think of you often.

All hand painted files are baked in the oven to insure that the design does not scratch off. But please keep it away from any chemicals like paint remover or acetone.