Nail Scissors

Nail scissors are short scissors. Most of the time, they are usually about three to four inches in length. The blades are extra sharp and generally curved. They also come in large sizes which are used on the toenails or smaller sizes used for the fingernails. They are often used during manicures or pedicures. Soaking the nails make them easier to cut.

Nail scissors should always be sterilized before using them.

When working with scissors, the blades shouldn’t have a gap when you bring them together. As you cut, you want the blades to move against each other. Here’s how to use nail scissors:

1. Face the curve of the blade toward your nail, and gently cut from one side of the nail across the top to the other side. Use one smooth motion rather than several choppy ones.
2. Be sure to cut all the way to the end of the nail so that the cut piece falls off. You shouldn’t have to tear or pull it off.

The nail edge may be smooth after cutting with scissors, but you’ll likely want an emery board or file to finish smoothing and shaping it.

Here are some general tips to follow in performing your own manicure. Be sure to clean your hands thoroughly. File your nails in one direction only. Do not use a back-and-forth motion. Using a back-and-forth motion promotes damage and cracking of the nail. Next soak your nails in warm water. Also applying a cuticle cream to soften the cuticles is another method. It makes it easier to push back and trim the cuticle. To finish, apply your favorite nail polish. Also applying hand cream when the polish is dry will soften the skin and keep hands looking nice.