Nail clipper: what is it and how to use it?

One part that is often neglected is the nails. In order to go to the salon for a manicure, there is not always time and money. Carrying scissors everywhere is also not a good idea. Their sharp tips can tear your handbag, and cutting their nails on the road or at an event is simply inconvenient. In such cases, a nail clipper comes to the rescue.

Knipser (also called a clipper) - these are miniature mechanical nippers for nail care. This tool can be found in most sets for home manicure. In essence, a clipper is needed for the same as manicure scissors, to remove the overgrown part of the nail plate, however, it has several advantages over the latter.

• It has no sharp ends, which allows you to carry it with you even in your pocket.
• Most knipsers are sold with a small chain or have a hole for it. The tool can be hung on a keychain together with keys and always at hand.
• Much more convenient to use. Among the shortcomings of manicure scissors, many note the inconvenience of trimming nails with the left hand. There are no such problems with the knipser; it is equally convenient for them to use both hands.

• Allows you to quickly shorten the nail in one motion, while making a minimum of effort. Leaves no dents or lacerations.
• Does not touch the skin around the nail, does not leave any burrs. You can cut nails even to small children.
• It easily and painlessly bites off burrs.

Manicure knipsers are usually made of a metal alloy, which may include carbon, silicon, magnesium or chromium. Some manufacturers, for example, Zinger, cover their manicure tools with gold or silver plating. Gold plating is more likely to give the product an attractive appearance and some status. Silver since ancient times is known for its disinfectant properties. It prevents the growth of bacteria and harmful microorganisms on the surface of the instrument, so you do not have to worry too much about the sterility of the instrument.

Nail clippers are very easy to use and do not require any skills. Just place the tool on the bend of the index finger perpendicular to the surface of the nail, and press the lever with your thumb.

This version of the manicure is ideal for thin, soft nails, as well as for hard, which scissors do not cope well with. That is why men prefer precisely knipsers, who do fine with thick nails and are more durable than small nail scissors.

The best choice would be a nibber with anti-corrosion coating. Such a device will not rust and will last much longer. It is strongly recommended not to buy tongs in stalls or cheap stores where they sell everything in a row. Such a tool will be of poor quality and will fall apart even faster than it starts to rust, and the cutting edge will become dull after a couple of months of active use.

Need to choose a nibber with a cutting blade the width of a thumbnailthen use will be as efficient as possible. The lever should be pressed smoothly, effortlessly and without creaking. It is very good if there are furrows on the surface of the knipser. Thanks to them, the tool will not slip out of your hands at the most inopportune moment.

Also on sale you can find curved clippers, devices with silicone pads or pads. All these little things do not significantly affect the operation of the tool and are intended solely for ease of use. For example, a nail clipper with a silicone pad will be useful for people with excessive sweating, as it will provide additional protection against slipping.

Unfortunately, when choosing a tool for nail care, it is not always possible to open the package before buying. Because of this, it can be difficult to verify the quality of materials and assembly. And if you purchase a device from an unfamiliar manufacturer, there is a risk of getting a "pig in a poke." For this reason, most buyers prefer well-known brands that are time-tested. Of these, Zinger, Zwilling and Wusthof are especially popular and popular.

The latter specialize in the manufacture of premium manicure accessories that are used by professionals around the world. In their manufacture, high-strength stainless steel is used. According to the manufacturers, with proper use, you will never need to sharpen manicure accessories. However, a huge and undeniable minus of the products of these companies is their price. Yes, the devices are undoubtedly high-quality and made to last. But not everyone is ready to pay so much for the brand, given that for home manicure it is not necessary to purchase the tools that are used in the salons.

Zinger is a world famous manufacturer of manicure tools. Millions of people around the world trust this firm to care for their nails. It is unlikely that you can find a person who has not heard about her. Unlike the previous two Zinger brands, there are not enough stars from the sky and offers excellent quality at reasonable prices.Also an indisputable advantage is the widespread prevalence of products of this manufacturer in stores.

Zinger offers classic models and clippers with a nail file, which can be retractable or located on the product itself. Simple and familiar to everyone - nothing more. The assortment also includes clippers of various sizes, both in length and in width of the cutting edge. Everyone will surely find for themselves what is right for him. In the manufacture of tools used nickel, brushed or tinted stainless steel.

All devices are sharpened by masters manually, which completely eliminates the likelihood of marriage and guarantees a neat and accurate cut of the nail.

Outlets should be mentioned separately. Very often you can come across suspiciously cheap Zinger manicure accessories. Since the products of this manufacturer are popular and are trusted by customers, fakes are quite common. To insure against the purchase of low-quality goods, it is worth remembering a few simple things.

• The original product packaging contains holographic stickers.
• Packaging is bright blue with two gray stripes on top and bottom. On them there should be inscriptions: on top - "Classic", below - "Zinger".
• On the clipper must be engraved with the brand name - the letter "Z" in the shield, batch number and lot.
• A plastic imitation of a seal on a string should be attached to the package.

These identification marks will help protect yourself from fakes and acquire a truly high-quality tool that will last for many years.

You will learn how to cut a child’s nails with a knipser from the next video.