Glass Nail Files – A Unique and Personalised Gift
For centuries women (and some men) have been putting a lot of effort into getting their fingernails and toenails looking perfect. A great industry has arisen out of this fashion, and many jobs have been created in the manicure industry. Many shpping centers now boast a specialised manicurist where people can go and get their nails spoiled and looking fantastic.
A weekly trip to the manicurist can become an expensive pasttime however, and many see it more as a luxury that they can only afford every so often when they feel like spoiling themselves. The thought of parting with so much money can cause a session of nail biting, which sort of defeats the purpose. The rest of the time, they will need to keep their nails looking great by themselves, and most people resort to an emery board or a metal nail file in order to keep their nails in shape at home.
There has been a new recent development in the world of manicure however – glass nail files. Glass nail files are becoming a trend throughout the world, as more and more people realise the benefits related to this material. These nail files can be used on both natural nails and on artificial ones, and in both cases they will provide you with a wonderful smooth finish, as good as you can get from a professional manicurist, if not even better.
Normal glass can be a little weak when put under the pressure that a nail file demands. If you are looking at purchasing one of these files for yourself, then you should, at the least, look for tempered glass nail files. When glass is tempered, it is put through the process of heating and then cooling again, which strengthens the consistency of the material, and makes it less likely to break under pressure. Even stronger than tempered glass is crystal glass, which will take even the toughest of uses. Keep in mind, however, that crystal glass nail files are a fair bit more expensive than the normal tempered glass.
One of the great benefits that is drawing more and more people to glass nail files over the traditional emery boards is their hygeinic value. Wooden emery boards, and even metal nail files, are porous, and this means that over time the files collect bacteria and fungus, which can be very bad for the health of your nails.Especially underneath your fingernails, it is important to try and keep dirt and bacteria to a mnimum, as it can be a perfect breeding ground for these nasties. Glass is non porous, and will not collect any bacteria. Even so, glass can be boiled in water to completely sterlize them. Try doing that with an emery board!
Another great benefit is their longevity. Cheap nail files can be used three or four times, at the most, and then they lose their abrasion and have to be replaced. If these are the type of nail files you rely on, then you will find that they become a regular item on your shopping list. Glass nail files will last literally forever, as long as you don’t lose them, or get the stolen by your best friend, you will never have to buy another nail file again.
When you start shopping for your glass nail file, you soon come to realise that there are a few different sizes that you can choose from. Most places that sell these files will offer a kit containing three sizes. The smallest is for fine nail work, when you are just touching up your nails before going out for example. The medium sized files are generally used the most, and the larger ones are especially abrasive. Large glass nail files are not only useful for tougher nails, such as toenails, they can also be used for dry skin areas, like your heels and even elbows. The soft abrasive quality of these files will smooth those areas out, without causing damage to your skin.
If you are looking for a unique gift for a loved one, or a special friend, a glass nail file kit could be the perfect solution, something that they not only are not expecting, but more than likely have never even seen before. Specialists in this style of file provide a couple of different ways that they can be decorated, making it a great gift idea. The first way is to paint the top of the file with patterns or images. Images of butterflies and flowers are very popular, but there is an unlimited number of things that you could paint on a glass or crystal glass nail file. Some shops will even allow you to create your own image or lettering that can be painted on the file. Make sure that the the glass has been fired after painting, otherwise the image will fade over time. The other option is to actually have the image etched into the glass, which, while more expensive, is a permanent decoration that will remain forever. To complete the gift, consider getting a leather pouch specifically designed for a nail file kit.
Whether you are looking for a unique Mothers Day present, a thank you gift for a friend, or you are just wanting to spoil yourself and treat your nails to some extra special attention, a glass nail file is a great option to consider.
