Premium Particular Glass Nail File with Case, Double Side Buffer

A bit of background: It's been about 15 years since I started using glass files. I hated emery boards and metal files (the feel of them and how long it took to use them, and it never quite did what I wanted), but I happened to work at a craft store that sold glass files and I tried one (it was broken and going to the trash) and immediately bought 2 so I could have one at home and one in my purse. My nails were chronically weak, jagged, and splitting, and glass files just seemed to erase all of that; the key thing for this was having one available when anything happened to a nail at all times. Over the years I bought several others, for gifts and for myself, and started running into a problem: glass is fragile XDSo, in 2018 I got on Amazon to specifically find a glass file that came with a sturdy case. The filing surfaces themselves don't wear out, but reaching into a purse full of broken glass is a big nope. I actually found this brand but a different version, and decided to give it a try. I was completely sold: it did everything I wanted, and came in a case. It actually did MORE than I expected, because I had never tried buffing my nails.Which brings me to this specific file, which I purchased Feb 2022 so that I could once again have a file at home and in my purse. I've found there are a couple differences between this one and the previous file I purchased:- The old file is "weaker" and doesn't file as well. In some ways, this makes it a better buffer, but not the best file. The new file is much more effective, and a few vertical swipes at the end of a nail removes a huge amount: I actually use the file to trim my nails instead of clippers because it just gives me so much more control.- The new file doesn't have as snug a fit on the cover. An extremely minor drawback, and based on other reviews it's probably a flaw with just my file. The files themselves are much thicker than the ones I used to have that would break, so I'm not as worried about it breaking if the cover slipped off in my bag. I also don't really like that the cover is transparent, because debris from filing is visible and kinda messy looking (easily fixed with rinsing occasionally, but it's a thing).- Because the new file is so much stronger, it's not great for buffing unless you can be very careful. I accidentally put deep grooves across all my nails trying to buff them and had to wait for them to grow back out. I don't buff my nails often and I still have the other file, so I don't consider this a drawback, just a difference.If you have issues with splitting nails, hangnails, or if you're extremely sensitive to any rough edges (like I am), this is a fantastic tool to keep handy (pun intended). I'm very particular about how my nails are shaped, and fixing a rough/cracked nail as soon as I notice it keeps me from ripping it off and making things worse. Being able to fix it in about 2 seconds and have a shiny smooth edge is the best feeling ever.

This nail file works really wellNails are smooth and file is gentleBut gets the job doneThe design is sleek and elegantThe colors are greatHave purchased almost all of the colorsPerfect as stocking stuffer!!Price is so reasonable

Great item- and Fast delivery

I have paper thin nails that always end up with snagging edges regardless how I keep them. I bought this just to try... absolutely amazing... I have longer nails... this keeps my edges smooth which has made my nails stronger. Not for artificial nails..

Okay, I ordered this as a non-disposable buffer to shine my nails but it's not great at that as my nails are not flat enough to shine without some flexibility in the buffer. So why am I giving this 5 stars? Why have I bought one for every family member in every color? Because this is the best non-disposable emery board for filing my nails! This gives me a perfect file every time. No more sharp edged nails, chips, or cracks in my nails - just a smooth and clean edge. I don't clip my nails, only file, and this thing does it quickly and makes my nails look great! I do polish a bit with it, but as I mentioned my nails don't have a flat bed to work with. The polished parts have the highest shine I've ever seen. Get it! Get two! I ordered an extra for my travel bag.

I must admit, I wasn't sure what to expect from this nail file, since I'd never used the glass kind before, but it's great! I don't use nail files often, as I always get powder gel manicures, but every so often if they chip, I can't stand my nails being jagged, so this was a great addition to my purse in case of emergencies. I also love the color.

Love love love these so much I NOW HAVE 3! i got one as a gift and used it all the time but silly me kept misplacing it. I just got 2 more!! So now i have three lol i have one that lives in my purse, one in my bathroom and one in my car. I absolutely recommend these to you and your neighbor Or whoever. They do a great job filing those quick snaggs and shape the nail beautifully, they leave the filed egde soft and not rough. They do make they nail shiny too! I was skeptical at first But im a believer now and so should you!

I did not care for how this worked - I found it didn't shape my nails well or consistently. Others may like it but I thought it was awkward and ineffective