Apply a small dot of paste in the center of each nail. STEP 3 Gently buff the tops of your nails with a nail buffer. STEP 4 Wash hands again and pat dry. Massage in a rich hand cream. When your nails are completely dry, apply two coats of clear polish.
Some nail files are course and two-sided.
Others are smooth and fine. The least coarse of all files. For flexibility, they are cushioned with a thin layer of foam between the two surfaces. Used for rounding out corners and for buffing the tops of nails without scratching your cuticles.