How often should I clean the bits and how?

You should clean your bits after each use. Remove debris from the surface either by washing with a brush and soap and water or by immersing in acetone for five to 10 minutes.

Note that acetone is not a disinfectant; it is a solvent used for cleaning. After cleaning, completely immerse your bits in disinfectant liquid.

The sand bands are single-use, disposable items and cannot be saved or reused. After each use, discard them in a waste receptacle.

To store your bits, make sure they are all dried and store them in their case.

What is an electric nail drill?

An electric nail drill or e-file is an electric-powered rotary tool used for filing nails or removing nail enhancements. To do specific jobs, a nail drill would need "bits". These coated drill tips come in various grits, materials, sizes, and shapes. You have choices of carbide bits, diamond bits, and ceramic bits, among others.

CARBIDE BITS: For cutting or shaping gel and acrylic nails by shaving off layers of the mani.
DIAMOND BITS: For removing product build-up by scratching off the nail surface.
CERAMIC BITS: For the same purposes but with less friction and heat.

How do you use an electric nail drill?

Before you drown yourself in a sea of choices, let's summarize how or when to use each bit in a basic 10-piece set of nail drill bits.

FLAME BIT: For creating an apex and cleaning around the cuticle area.
NIB BIT: For removing hangnails, gently lifting the eponychium—the nail fold at the base of the nail plate—and other delicate cuticle work.
SAFETY BIT: For doing surface and infill cuticle work, backfill cutting, and shortening.
BALL BIT: For cleaning sidewalls and under the nails and prepping for backfills.
MICRO BALL BIT: For safely removing dead skin and making cuticles and nails clean.
FLAT-END CYLINDER BIT: For removing shine from surface area and side grooves.
NEEDLE / THIN NEEDLE BIT: For filing away residual cured gel or cuticles in hard-to-reach areas, under the nails, sidewalls, and backfills.
SILICONE BIT: For polishing the nail surface to make the nail smoother.
CLEANING BRUSH: For cleaning nail surfaces and drill bits.

Will you use the lamp for both manicures and pedicures?

If you’re going to use the same lamp on manicures and pedicures, you’ll find life is a lot easier with a cordless lamp that transitions easily from one space to the next. Cordless, rechargeable lamps provide techs the convenience of mobility without having to maneuver cords or find available outlets.

Can the lamp be used with multiple gels?

Some UV/LED lamps are intended to be used only with specific brands of gel. If you need more flexibility, choose a lamp that will cure a wider range of gels. Some of the latest models have a 36W bulb that is able to cure 99% of gels on the market in less time.

Will the UV/LED lamp be comfortable for clients?

Look for a lamp with a wide opening that can accommodate larger hands and feet to avoid clients feeling awkward and uncomfortable. These details are easy to overlook, but they make a big difference in the overall experience because they allow clients to relax and enjoy the service in comfort.

What features of a UV/LED will make your job easier?

Consider the recommendations of the gel’s setting instructions, the gel colors you are most likely to apply, and if you use gel for nail art. All of these affect the length of time the gel needs to set. Choose a lamp that gives you versatility with multiple timed settings.