The Ultimate Nail Filing Essential for Precision and Performance

When it comes to flawless nail preparation, only the best tools will do. The OPI Professional File Sample 6pk is an essential addition to every salon’s nail care kit, offering a variety of professional-grade files designed for superior shaping, buffing, and refining. Created by OPI, a world-renowned leader in professional nail care, this expertly curated set allows you to trial multiple grit options and find the perfect file to suit your technique.

Whether you specialise in natural nails, enhancements, or gel overlays, this pack ensures a seamless experience with ultra-durable, high-performance files tailored to your needs. With precision and comfort in mind, these files allow you to achieve salon-perfect results effortlessly, reducing hand fatigue and enhancing overall client satisfaction.

Pack Includes:

• EDGE Silver 150 Cushioned Board
  Delivers straight, clean sidewalls and quickly reduces product
• EDGE Silver 180 Cushioned Board
  Contours, shapes and refines scratches
• EDGE White 240 Cushioned Board
  Gentle for natural nails and wrap services
• FLEX Silver 100/180 Buffer
  Reduces scratches and prepares enhancements for lacquer, resin and gel top coat
• FLEX Silver/Moss 220/280 Buffer
  Removes imperfections and prepares enhancements for high shine buffers
• FLEX Green/White 1000/4000 Shiner
  Buffs enhancements to a brilliant glass-like shine

Features & Benefits:

• Professional-Grade Quality – Designed specifically for salon professionals, these high-quality files provide precision shaping, smooth buffing, and efficient refinement.
• Varied Grit Selection – The sample pack includes different grit levels, ensuring you have the right texture for natural nails, acrylics, and gel enhancements.
• Enhanced Durability – Crafted from premium materials, OPI professional files are built to last, offering long-lasting performance without dulling quickly.
• Optimised for Efficiency – Designed to reduce filing time, these files enable professionals to work quickly while maintaining complete control over shape and texture.
• Gentle on Natural Nails – Despite their strong filing capability, these files are formulated to be non-damaging, helping to maintain the health and integrity of natural nails.
• Versatile Use – Ideal for shaping, smoothing, and refining nail edges, as well as prepping the nail plate for gel or acrylic applications.
• Perfect for Trial & Selection – This sample pack allows professionals to experiment with different grits before committing to full-sized purchases, ensuring you find the perfect match for your needs.

How to Use:

Step 1: Select the Right File

• Use a lower grit (80–100) for shaping acrylic and hard gel extensions.
• A medium grit (180) is ideal for refining acrylics and gels.
• A higher grit (240) is perfect for shaping natural nails without damage.

Step 2: File with Precision

• Hold the file at a slight angle to the nail edge and use gentle, even strokes.
• Always file in one direction to avoid creating micro-tears in natural nails.
• Avoid excessive pressure, as this can weaken the nail structure.

Step 3: Shape According to Preference

• Use curved motions for rounded or oval shapes.
• Straight strokes help achieve square or squoval nails.

Step 4: Buff & Smooth

• If needed, follow up with a fine-grit buffer to smooth out any rough edges.
• Ensure the nail surface is even before applying polish, gel, or acrylic enhancements.

Step 5: Sanitise After Use

• If using reusable files, sanitise according to salon hygiene standards to prevent cross-contamination.
• Dispose of single-use files responsibly after each client session.

FAQs:

1. What grit options are included in the OPI Professional File Sample 6pk? This pack features a selection of professional-grade grits, ranging from coarse to fine, suitable for shaping, refining, and smoothing both natural and enhanced nails.
2. Can these files be used on both natural and artificial nails? Yes! The different grit options make this sample pack ideal for shaping natural nails as well as refining acrylics, gels, and other enhancements.
3. Are these files washable or disposable? Some professional files in the OPI range are reusable and can be sanitised, while others are designed for single-use to maintain the highest hygiene standards. Always follow salon protocols for disinfection.
4. How do I know which file grit to use? Lower grit numbers (80–100) are best for artificial enhancements, while higher grit numbers (180–240) are safer for natural nails.
5. Can I use these files for gel polish removal? Yes, you can use the appropriate grit to gently buff off gel polish before soaking nails in acetone for removal. A 180–240 grit file is recommended for this process.
6. How often should I replace my nail files? For hygiene reasons, single-use files should be replaced after each client. Reusable files should be sanitised regularly and replaced once they show signs of wear.