Mills for the device: types, purpose, how to choose and use in manicure and pedicure

The correct tools are essential for accomplishing a perfect manicure or pedicure. A vital instrument that has gained popularity among both professionals and homeowners is the milling cutter, also known as a mill. When it comes to nail shaping, cuticle removal, and smoothing out rough skin, mills provide an accuracy and efficiency that traditional tools just cannot match.

But it can be confusing to figure out which mills are right for you when there are so many different kinds out there. Selecting the appropriate shape, size, and material is essential to getting the intended effects because they all have different functions. Knowing the function of each kind of mill will enable you to choose wisely when adding to your collection of tools for manicures and pedicures.

This post will examine the many kinds of nail care mills, go over their particular applications, and offer advice on how to choose and use them wisely. This guide can help you become an expert at using mills to create gorgeous, well-groomed nails, regardless of experience level.

Type of Mill	Purpose and Use
Ceramic	Ideal for removing gel polish, shaping nails, and working on natural nails. Gentle and effective, suitable for both beginners and professionals.
Diamond	Used for cuticle work, refining nail edges, and smoothing rough areas. Durable and precise, perfect for detailed work.
Carbide	Best for removing acrylics and hard gels quickly. Very efficient, but requires a steady hand due to its high cutting power.
Sapphire	Great for sensitive areas, such as the skin around the nails. Gentle, making it a good choice for beginners and delicate tasks.
Silicone	Primarily used for polishing and finishing. Leaves nails smooth and shiny, giving a professional finish to manicures and pedicures.

Material

Hardware milling cutters are separated into the following categories based on the material:

• Carbide (metal)
• Ceramic
• Diamond
• Corundum
• Sand or silicon-carbide caps
• Grinding – rubber, silicone, suede

Carbon

Composed of metal with surface notches. The material or skin is cut by the notches during rotation, leaving a smooth surface behind.

Practice the knife principle. The deeper the metal penetrates the extended material or skin, the more noticeable the notches are.

Glasscomposed of ceramic and feature surface notches as well. They need to be handled with more caution because they are fragile and can break easily if they are struck.

Diamond

Consist of a base and a coating with different levels of abrasiveness or hardness. The most popular attachments in terms of cost, effectiveness, and quality are made of ceramic and diamond.

Corundum characterized by a strong resistance to heating during operation and high temperatures.

Sand caps or silicon carbide are used in pedicures to treat calluses and rough spots on the skin. possess a coated cardboard foundation. Throwaway. After use, the rubber base that holds the caps is sanitized, and the attachments are disposed of separately.

PulverizingGrind a range of sensitivity zones in manicure and pedicure, depending on the base material (fabric, rubber, silicone). In the event that extra skin nutrition is required, they can also be used in conjunction with oil or polishing cream. This is frequently pertinent when getting a pedicure.

Types of cutters by hardness – colored notches

Hard, medium, soft, and extremely soft cutters are available. They are advised to work with leather, gel polish, acrylic, and gel extended nails based on this. A colored ring indicates the hardness or softness of the material. What does each notch color represent?

Dark. Hard cutters that are only used to cut longer nails.

Green. Hard cutters made specifically to remove gel polish, acrylic, acrylate, and acrylic. Green-notch attachments can be used carefully to remove rough skin during pedicures. Not recommended for customers with hyperhidrosis or sensitive skin.

In blue. Symbol for medium hardness. The purpose of attachments is to work with skin. For the nail plate, no. Additionally, they may be utilized to remove acrylic and gel polish, two types of soft artificial coatings.

Scarlet. Soft cutters that are suitable for both skin and nail plates are indicated by the color. Two red notches on some diamond cutters signify greater softer material.

Yello. Soft cutters are advised when working on thin, delicate skin and natural nails.

White. The softest attachments for delicate nail plate work and skin.

Functionality

Cutter use began with dental applications and was meant for dental care. The nail industry has only accepted shapes that are in demand for nail processing.

Every one of the countless cutters available on the market can be used at a different stage of a manicure or pedicure. However, some attachments stand out for having more functionality and being able to be used in multiple phases. Some of them are capable of finishing the manicure process entirely when guided by a knowledgeable expert. Now let’s look at the most useful cutters for working with skin and nail plates to remove coating.

Cutters for removing coating

Any attachments that have spaces between their teeth are appropriate. Deep teeth are best for acrylic and gel polish, and tiny teeth (less than 1 mm) are best for gel polish. This is required to avoid sawing through regions like cuticles and lateral sinuses that are more likely to sustain cuts. A smooth surface is left behind by small teeth. Deep teeth ensure rapid material removal, but you should be more concerned with removal safety than removal speed.

If we use cutters with a larger thread than 1 mm, grooves will still remain after excellent material removal. After that, the master will need to spend more time polishing them further using buffs and files.

There are two directions for the teeth: clockwise and counterclockwise. Additionally, there are teeth that can "look" in two directions at once. Both left- and right-handed persons can use them.

The most effective nozzle for extracting material from nails is the cone-shaped one. It offers the greatest processing efficiency and the biggest contact area.

In light of the manufacturing material, it is worthwhile to take the cutters into consideration for removal:

• Carbide cutters are similar to metal ones, but they wear out quickly. They are enough for 40-50 material removals. The cost of each varies from 100 to 600 rubles from top manufacturers.
• Steel cutters more durable and wear-resistant. They differ from carbide ones only in the shade of the metal. Their cost starts from 500-600 rubles.
• Ceramic cutters the most durable and strong. They last for 2-3 years.

Coated metal cutters are available. This could be a titanium or galvanic gold coating. The ability to track wear is one of these attachments’ unique features. It’s time to replace the cutter once the coating comes off.

The surface of cutters coated in titanium to remove material exhibits a blue iridescence. Comparing this coating to a galvanic gold coating, it is stronger. There is very little wear on the attachments.

Cutters for working with skin and nail plate

Diamond cutters are in the first category. They work well for manicures, cuticle area cleaning, lateral ridge cleaning, and sinus cleaning.

Various abrasives are made for specialized purposes.

Diamond cutter categories:

• galvanic;
• sintered monolithic.

Abrasive is sprayed and an adhesive layer is applied to the metal galvanic base of galvanic cutters. The surface becomes granular as a result. During operation, the attachment will either process well or quickly become clogged and worn out depending on how these coatings are sunk into the adhesive base.

The coating works best when it is partially submerged in the adhesive base. Depending on whether they process the coating or just the skin, diamond galvanic cutters can last anywhere from five to forty manicures. reasonably priced, ranging from 50 to 650 rubles based on the manufacturer and coating quality. They work with a heavy client flow for one to four weeks.

Galvanic attachment marking begins at a white notch.

1. White notch – rare and practically useless in the daily work of the master. The attachment is more suitable for polishing.
2. Yellow diamond cutter – for working out, grinding the skin, removing the remains of pterygium in sensitive skin.
3. Red abrasive – these are universal tools for all stages of manicure. Most common use – internal cleaning of pterygium in the lateral sinuses and from the surface of the nail plate.
4. Blue abrasive – only for external areas of the skin – cutting cuticles and processing lateral ridges. Not on sensitive thin skin.
5. Green abrasive – coarse – rarely used in manicure. More often – in pedicure for processing calluses and rough skin of the lateral ridges.
6. Black diamond cutter – the coarsest and most aggressive. Not for manicure. Can only be used to remove small areas of gel polish in hard-to-reach areas.

Sintered or monolithic diamond cutters make up the second group. endures for two to ten years. Pricey; it can cost up to 8,000 rubles.

1. Sintered – this is a nozzle in which particles of real diamond are applied to the workpiece and baked in the oven, turning into a solid tool. It lasts much longer than conventional spraying – up to 3 years.
2. Monolithic – is distinguished by the fact that diamond particles are placed on a very thin pecking base, in several rows, and then baked. This option has a smaller selection of shapes, since the technology does not allow making a thin, sharp tip. It is always more rounded.

Types of cutters by shape and purpose

Attachments come in hundreds of different forms. Which ones are used and for what purpose? Round, square, thin, with a "belly," etc.

A ball cutter, for instance, is used to cut the cuticle. This is the limit of its usefulness. Barrel has two uses. This work features side ridges and a cut.

In daily life, cutters with only one function can be deemed non-functional. An attachment that handles multiple manicure tasks and phases is considered functional. It is appropriate for the master to save the most time possible.

The most useful ones are the ones that use a flame to process sinuses with a nose, a flat part to clean the cuticle, a "belly" to process the side ridges.

The master’s set ought to include a number of extremely useful instruments. They enable the "manicure with one cutter" method.

There are two additional categories of attachments by external and internal functionality:

• Internal nail decoration – any expanding attachment with a sharp tip – cone, bullet, petal, flame.
• External work on the cuticle and ridges – any spherical attachment – ball, barrel, large lentil, pear, avocado.

Let’s look at some of the most well-liked ones that a beginner master should initially have in their toolkit.

"Flame" shape

"Flame" with a blue notch is used to process sinuses and lift and clean the cuticle. Beginners may find it challenging to work with because of the central roundness and potential for cuts. Hold at a 45-degree angle.

"Needle" shape

Another name for it is fissure. Carbon. Easy to use attachment for opening and lifting the cuticle to get rid of pterygium. Appropriate for filing the natural nail from the inside out when fixing long nails. Required for the blue notch. To avoid cutting the client with a sharp edge, it must be held almost parallel to the nail while working.

Form "corn"

A green or blue notch on ceramic or carbide "corn" makes it easy to remove gel polish and other artificial building materials. Form the nail’s length and make the necessary corrections as well. When working, hold parallel to the nail.

Form "cone"

The most widely used for cuticle raising and opening below 90 °. A diamond or corundum cone with a blue notch is utilized for this.

Form "Ball" or "Sphere"

This form features red and blue notches. used to trim burrs, side rollers, and cuticles. The diameter of the ball can vary. Phergy small can be easily removed, and the cuticle in the middle can be cut off.

Form "lentils" or "bullet"

Phergy is eliminated by using a diamond bullet after the cuticle has been raised and opened to a 90-degree cone. Up to the point of using the ball, it can also totally replace the flame and cone.

"Drum" or "cylinder" shape

The artificial material and nail length are removed by the attachment. Carbon. a highly traumatizing attachment that novices should use with care. It is preferable to use an attachment with a rounded edge when working close to the cuticle because the sharp edges greatly increase the risk of damaging the cuticle.

"Rounded cylinder" or "roller" shape

Ideal for trimming lateral ridges and cuticles without endangering the nail plate.

Safe cutters

These standards consist of:

• tilt;
• pressure intensity;
• angle of location;
• aggressiveness of the tool.

The first class of safe cutters are grinders made of silicone carbide. consist of a silicone mixture mixed with carbide chips to give it the proper shape for manicure manipulation. They are useful for removing pterygium and ridges from the nail plate.

The various shades of silicone carbide grinders are what cause the abrasive to be marked. Shades of brown, gray, and green are possible.

1. The softest are green. Only grind the skin: fine grinding and polishing of the nail plate.
2. Gray is a more functional grinder. Cleans off small burrs, dry areas.
3. Brown is the most functional, as it grinds both the cut and the skin, and removes the pterygium from the nail plate. It is the brown silicone carbide grinder that can be called a safe attachment. It has a soft and elastic surface with small abrasive inclusions, which removes only soft tissue, and cannot damage the nail and strong skin.

Corundum stones fall into the second category of safe ones. used to remove the pterygium and grind the skin. Though thought to be safe, keep in mind that this is a stone. Its surface differs in that it is made up of tiny pores, or depressions, which collect and remove skin cells instead of bulges. It can still cut even when the pressure and orientation are incorrect with respect to the work surface.

Safe cutter "Oney Clean" with blades and no abrasives. It can lift the stuck cuticle and remove pterygium from the nail plate without causing any scratches. It needs accuracy in its work, just like any other rotary tool. With it, you can cut with excessive pressure and the incorrect grip.

Recommendations for choosing cutters

Which attachments are most appropriate for novices? A minimum selection from the set is required for a novice master:

• Diamond attachment bullet, flame or cone with a red notch for lifting, opening the cuticle and cleaning the side ridges
• Small and medium diamond ball with a blue notch for removing the cuticle and processing the side ridges
• Diamond cone for cleaning pterygium
• Carbide cutter drum or cylinder for removal of artificial material
• Ceramic corn for removing artificial material
• Silicon-carbide caps with rubber main for pedicure
• Diamond needle for processing cracks on the legs
• Grinders of different sizes and degree of softness for manicure and pedicure

It is advised that novices use nozzles with rounded edges, start with tools, and use blue-marked notes.

The safest tool for removing gel polish, for instance, is a blue ceramic mill; however, it is not appropriate for gel and acrylic. Invest in a ceramic cuerus nozzle rather than a cylinder when removing artificial material to avoid damaging the cuticle.

What is the difference between cutters for manicure from a pedicure

With the exception of a minor increase in the stiffness and size of the nozzles when processing the feet due to the rough and more processed skin on the legs, there is essentially no pedicure at this stage of processing the cuticle and nails using the milling cutter and pedicure.

A pedicure involves processing the cuticles and nails in addition to processing the feet, which requires the use of attachments to grind, polish, remove calluses, and remove cracks. Drum attachments, silicon carbide grinders, and silicone polishers can all be used for this. To process cracks, a large needle attachment is utilized.

Selection criteria, manufacturers, requirements

Cutters are available for purchase in physical stores as well as online. A manicure machine usually comes with a starter kit; if not, it is best to list the items you’ll need and buy high-quality, well-reviewed tools separately.

You can purchase a cheap starter kit separately, but it will only come with a few functional attachments and remain inactive otherwise.

Reputable producers of manicure tools and related items with excellent ratings, reviews, and store presence:

• Naomi 24
• JessNail – are distinguished by high quality products
• RuNail – market favorites in terms of price-quality ratio
• Magic Bits – provide a large selection of models
• Irisk Professional – popular, affordable tools
• TNL Professional – high quality, professional line
• HDFreza – inexpensive attachments for professionals and beginners
• Planet Nails – high-quality tools, relatively expensive

Which cutters work best for manicures on hardware? Skilled artisans commend German-made instruments for their robustness and longevity, and in their daily tasks, they select the top models available on the domestic market.

The price range of materials also varies based on the manufacturer. A cutter can cost up to 1000 rubles, with prices starting at 100 rubles. In the same store, you can purchase a complete set of 10–30 attachments for the same cost. Pay attention to the manufacturer and quality.

When to change and how to sterilize cutters for manicure

Cutters are sterilised in the same way as the other instruments in the master’s set. Disposable attachments are disposed of after use, and reusable attachments are sterilized under pressure or temperature, cleaned with a brush under running water, and treated with a disinfectant solution. It is best to refer to the instructions for recommendations regarding the duration of exposure to the sterilizing environment. More information about instrument disinfection and sterilization.

The amount of work done, the caliber of the materials used in production, and the master’s level of professionalism all affect how long cutters last in service. Silicone: more than a year; ceramic: 1-3 months; carbide: 5 years; and diamond: 3 years.

You must refer to the instructions’ "Rotary instruments" mode when sterilizing, disinfecting, and pre-sterilization cleaning (PSO) hardware attachments.

The first characteristic is that an alkaline reaction solution containing active detergent components is necessary for both PSO and disinfection.

The disinfection solution should soak, loosen, and dissolve any remaining biological material on rotating instruments in addition to eliminating bacteria, fungus, and viruses. Why is this even necessary?

Cutters can’t just be wiped and cleaned like flat ones because of their porous structure, which allows skin and dirt to become trapped in it. Repeated exposure to high temperatures can cause skin and blood residues to bake. There is not complete sterilization, and the nozzle breaks down fast. Thus, cleaning-effect disinfection is required.

For this, the following options work well:

• Aktibor. Expensive, ready to use;
• Mistral. Concentrate, expensive. Takes care of the instrument, does not cause corrosion, does not dull the instrument in comparison with cheap analogues;
• Multidez. Concentrate, affordable price.

Pre-sterilization cleaning is a necessary step after disinfection. PSO is divided into three smaller stages:

1. Cleaning – occurs immediately in a disinfectant solution or simply in water, using a brush with nylon bristles. Soaked residues of biomaterial are easier to remove.
2. Rinsing – can be carried out under running water, according to the instructions, to remove the remains of the solution.
3. Drying – prevents corrosion and extends the service life of the nozzles. It can be carried out in natural conditions, on a napkin, or under a source of warm air.

A dry-heat oven or autoclave is used for sterilization. Although costly, an autoclave does not harm instruments. It is appropriate for large salons as a result. Professionals can choose and use an inexpensive dry-heat oven in their homes.

• A dry-heat oven sterilizes in the "180 ° C, 60 minutes" mode. A certified dry-heat oven has a vacuum chamber. All rotary instruments, even silicone-carbide grinders, can withstand a temperature of 180 ° C. If there is no temperature control in the chamber and poor convection – air distribution – then the attachments can deteriorate. This can be determined by burning kraft bags. The processing cycle in a dry-heat oven is 1-1.5 hours.
• Autoclave – processing at a lower temperature, but under pressure. Full cycle time is 30 minutes. An autoclave does not dull the instrument and the appearance of corrosion is minimal.

To prevent friction between the attachments and abrasion of the working surfaces, the attachments are sterilised on stands. The second choice is to sterilize craft bags and sets.

As you gain proficiency in hardware manicure techniques, experiment with various cutters. Two versions of the basic set, with blue and red notches, should exist. Keep an eye on the device’s speed mode based on the nozzle diameter. And what cutters are in your dream set? Please leave a comment; don’t be indolent.

Selecting the appropriate milling cutters for your home manicure and pedicure tools can significantly impact the quality of the results you get. Nail care can be made safe and effective by knowing the various types that are available and how to use them properly. Each type is made for a specific task. You can master your at-home manicure and pedicure routine by knowing which mills to use and how to handle them, whether you’re shaping, smoothing, or removing excess material.

QUESTIONS – ANSWERS

We received a lot of inquiries concerning cutters after this article was published, which led to the creation of the following section, Questions – Answers:

Ball cutter

What is the best ball cutter for cuticles?

The hardest tool for novices to learn how to use is the ball cutter for cuticle cleaning. Instructors advise beginning with a combined manicure, which involves cutting the skin with tweezers or scissors and cleaning it with a ball afterwards. Once you’ve mastered this method, you can use just a round nozzle to remove the cuticle entirely.

You must select the material, diameter, and hardness (the blue, red, or yellow notches) before making your selection.

Material: a diamond cutter works well for removing cuticles, and a corundum cutter works well for additional polishing.

The diameters of ball cutters range from 1 to 6 mm. The task and the area of the treated area are taken into consideration when choosing the size. Ideally, two to three millimeters.

It is preferable to use a medium-or soft-abrasive diamond attachment with a blue or red notch to remove the skin surrounding the nail.

Working with a ball at a fast speed is impossible because the master will not be able to control it. 5,000 to 10,000 revolutions is the ideal range.

Frequency of replacing cutters

How often should a manicure cutter be changed?

Depending on the client flow density, it is advised to replace reusable metal and diamond cutters every four to six months. Cutter made of ceramic ages faster. Their term of service is one to three months. After each use, disposable caps are disposed of.

To restore the shape of corundum attachments with a blunt end, use a standard file for natural nails.

Why do clogged manicure cutters occur?

Every attachment serves a specific function. It is preferable to use ceramic corn attachments or a rounded cylinder with a blue notch to remove gel polish or artificial nails. When working with artificial material, metal or diamond cutters will clog within minutes.

Additionally, you cannot use cutters on moist skin or nails because they clog quickly and cannot be cleaned immediately; instead, a thorough disinfection-sterilization process is required. It is preferable to get a new cutter and use it for its intended purpose if the old one becomes clogged.

Sterilization

Should I sanitize brand-new manicure scissors?

Before using any reusable cutter on a client, even brand-new ones, they must all be sterilized. They are first put in a disinfectant solution, cleaned under running water, and then left to dry outside or in craft bags or on specialized trays before being sent to a dry-heat cabinet.

Cuticle lifting

Which cutter is best for lifting cuticles?

The initial step of processing is cuticle lifting, which calls for the use of a blunt or slightly rounded-end cutter. Expert instructors advise utilizing a cylinder, cone, or shortened cone.

Which would you prefer for cuticle lifting: a flame or a truncated cone?

Expert masters advise using a truncated cone for the first step, which involves lifting the cuticle. Connect the flame or lentil cutter at the second stage, opening, only after that.

Cuticle opening

Which cutter should I use to open my cuticles?

Using a bullet, flame, lentil, or fissure diamond attachment with a rounded end, you can open the cuticle and remove the pterygium. To prevent the cutter’s convex part from touching the nail, it is crucial to hold it at a slight angle. The fissure and the plate should align parallel.

Cuticle removal

Ball attachment is currently the best course of action. Working with a cutter has a unique requirement: it must first pass beneath the open cuticle and then, by pressing, emerge upward, severing the skin. The ball moves only in one direction—outward from the inside of the cuticle. In order to prevent burns or injuries, you cannot rub the attachment in one spot for an extended period of time.

A corundum ball can be used to grind the ridges and cuticle after the diamond ball.

Working on the cuticle in front of the ball requires using a corundum cone to lift and open it, a fissure or flame to clean the pterygium, and a round cutter of the appropriate size to remove the skin. Using a ball to clean the side ridges is another practical method.

Using a diamond cylinder with a rounded end (red notch), you can also remove the cuticle.

Beating of the cutter

The cutter may be being beaten for a number of reasons. The most typical

1. Failure to comply with the speed limit. You need to reduce the rotation speed, then the attachment will stop hitting the skin or bouncing.
2. Mismatch between the power of the device and the rotation speed. High speed requires high power to ensure a smooth ride. Otherwise, slippage occurs, and the attachment can bounce off with a sharp continuation of rotation.
3. Wear of the cutter. The nozzle does not cope with the task set before it, slips, bounces or tears the skin. It is enough to replace it with a new one or perform the work stage with an alternative.
4. Imbalance of the center of rotation after an impact or fall of the nozzle. Even the slightest bend of the nozzle can lead to it bouncing and hitting the treatment area.

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15 comments on “Cutters for the device: types, purpose, how to choose and use in manicure and pedicure”

AnatolyKsenia

I’ve found the best article on the internet, so far! MANY THANKS! Everything is concise, clear, and direct. 100 percent of the required material and zero water! Many thanks for that!

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Victoria

Hi, I’m new here. I have a gray grinder, ceramic corn, and a bullet cutter.Let’s say that’s sufficient for a natural nail manicure.Just a few more cutters, in my opinion; they are not really necessary, and I already seem to be confused about them.And I use a ball sterilizer to sterilise them.

Editorial staff

Victoria, good afternoon! Yes, this set is sufficient to remove artificial coatings from natural nails and perform a manicure (using ceramic corn). The bullet attachment is essential for lifting, opening the cuticle, cutting, and cleaning the pterygium. It combines the functions of cutters with a sharp nose and a round "belly."

Natalia

Hi there. I’m trying my hand at manicures on friends now that I do them myself. When I removed a friend’s gel polish, I discovered something amiss—it looked like a fungus. suggested to the medical facility. used cutters for diamonds, corundum, and ceramics. After soaking in alcohol (!) for forty minutes, I fried iron tools and diamond cutters in the oven for 230-240 grams. spent a few hours soaking the files. also cutters of corundum. Is there a possibility that nothing remains? Buffs, especially on nail files. And how can ceramic and corundum be properly disinfected? Regards.

Editorial staff

Hello, Natalia!
Ethyl alcohol at a concentration of 70%, according to the data from the “Methodological guidelines for disinfection, PSO and sterilization 287-113” is effective in combating Candida fungi. However, dermatophytes and mold fungi can be the causative agent of fungal infections – the effectiveness of alcohol against them has not been proven. About sterilization in the oven. Purely theoretically – according to the time and temperature of exposure, all bacteria, microbes and pathogens should be destroyed, but a household oven is not hermetically sealed and cannot be equated to full sterilization. Therefore, no one can say for sure whether there is anything left to your question. About nail files and buffs. Soaking in alcohol, as already mentioned, is effective against Candida fungi. Which type of fungus became the pathogen in your case is unknown, so their sterility cannot be determined. Corundum and ceramic instruments can be heat treated – in a dry heat sterilizer, autoclave, glass bead sterilizer.

Valya

And please tell me, if I am not a professional, but work only on myself – I do a manicure on natural nails with gel polish. Until now I removed it with solvent, which is long and inconvenient. And I did cuticle trimming with tweezers. And now I want to try fiberglass extensions – but also only for myself. I understand that for this purpose I can no longer do without a milling cutter. And since I buy it, I will also remove the polish with it, maybe I will try a manicure, although I am more accustomed to cutting. So what is the most minimal set of cutters by color that I will need? First of all for natural nails. Still for "me" extra cutters are both useless and confusing.
I will be grateful for advice.

Editorial staff

Good afternoon, Valya! For natural nails, the minimum set of cutters will consist of:
1. Ceramic cutter "corn" with blue or green notches for removing gel polish,
2. Diamond truncated cone with red notches for working on skin,
3. Diamond "ball" with red notches for cutting cuticles,
4. A "bullet" or "lentil" cutter with a red notch can replace a cone and ball (points 2 and 3), performing the functions of cutting cuticles, processing lateral sinuses and ridges,
5. Silicone grinder or polisher for processing natural nail plate. This is a minimal optimal set for a beginner in hardware manicure. Cutters with red notches are best suited for beginners for working on skin. Blue or green notches – cutters for artificial materials. If the skin is dry, sensitive, thin, and tears under the influence of the nozzle, then you can even consider the cutters under points 2,3,4 with yellow notches.

Valya

Many thanks for your response. Even though there is an abundance of information available online, it can occasionally be quite challenging to locate specific guidance for a given query. Regards.)

Editorial boardElenaEditorial board

Hi there, Elena! Regarding pedicure cutters and attachments: It is recommended to use silicon carbide abrasive caps with varying hardness levels for different foot conditions and treatment areas (hard, medium, and soft) in order to remove calluses and corns during pedicures. They’re thrown away. In the table, examples include:

For polishing gray, green, and pink, silicon carbide cutters are also utilized. The shade represents varying hardness levels. Examples of cutters for polishing:

Your manicure and pedicure can be made much better by selecting the appropriate milling cutter. Whether you’re working on natural nails, taking off gel polish, or taking care of cuticles, it’s critical to choose the instrument that best meets your needs from the wide range of shapes, sizes, and materials available.

Realizing the objective of every kind of mill is essential to attaining expert outcomes. For instance, carbide cutters are ideal for more demanding jobs like removing hard coatings, while ceramic and diamond mills are great for finer work.

You may guarantee the effectiveness, safety, and efficiency of your nail care regimen by selecting the appropriate milling cutter and adhering to the right procedures. Taking the time to become knowledgeable about these tools, regardless of your level of experience, will pay off in the long run.

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