Quick & Easy Dry E-File Manicure

[@smeerah4078]

I have met multiples of all 3 bits shown here and I can honestly say they have made my job easier and prepping with the micro tapered bit has completely eliminated lifting of my acrylic application. I love it and she has amazing customer service.

[@TheNailHub]

SMEERAH we are soooo happy to hear this! ❤❤❤

[@tasha420x]

Why wasn't this taught in nail school??? I've been doing nails for a couple of years now and I still struggle. I don't want to hurt my clients but my current technique leaves a lot of dry skin around the nail. I didn't know there was a safe, easy, FAST way to remove it.... I'm literally sitting here in tears. Thank you so much for sharing this! It's going to change the way I do nails from now on!!!!

[@TheNailHub]

Natasha Powers you're so welcome. I know how you feel. nail school teaches us hardly anything. glad this helped you. just remember to be gentle. :)

[@christinaleister1387]

Same here. I went to cosmetology school that focuses 99% of its education on hair, and only two hours on nails. And they stressed hand nail files and nippers. I can't stand using nippers on the cuticle; it always looks nasty and ragged no matter how careful you are with the nipping. Nippers are better suited for "nipping" free edge of fingernails and toenails as it doesn't flatten the nail out and cause splitting, imo. Almost every non-asian salon in my area insists on using nippers on the cuticle *cringe* and the Asian salons in my area don't even do any form of cuticle maintenance on the nails. My goal is to locate a course on machine/dry manicures and e-file training with certification so when I get employment at a salon I might have better leverage in using this technique.

[@barbiejake4801]

The Nail Hub your so right, I guess it’s about money for the training school, I feel no real care there so I’ve stopped going to college or anymore training after watching these awesome nail techs here on KZbin, it’s a absolute waste of time just to get my yearly certification when all I’m doing is the same old thing every year, I’m done going for more training I’ve learnt more here on KZbin

[@yvonnet6399]

@@christinaleister1387 do you know where you can find those classes/courses?

[@roxymoore3579]

I feel the same way as you did 4 years ago. How it has changed? Do you use them?

[@kianacapellan4680]

I’ve been watching your videos as I plan my come back in the nail business. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@Ashleygcrutchfield]

Your videos are so very informative and educational. You speak so clearly and concisely and the close up camera angles are so very helpful. Thank you so much!!

[@arizonanailtech6197]

Thank you so much for this video. I have been a nail tech for many years, so can safely cut cuticles. That being said I have always hated doing it. Sometimes the dead cuticle is too ragged to cut in one piece. These bits cam in the mail today. I love this!

[@TheNailHub]

So glad you found this video useful.

[@ArtisticDazzler]

You have no idea how incredibly helpful this was to me! I had been doing it on myself, but not properly. Thank you so much, Liz! 😊

[@autumn7ful]

Great tips I never thought about reversing it to do the opposite side of the cuticle thank you

[@denisefellows5335]

I love the round diamond bit. Makes it 100% more neat and perfect

[@FurianPA]

THANK YOU so much or posting this. I do already use this. It's great and efficient for doing my prep work. Can you believe that there's actually a teacher/ nail tech on here w/ their own channel that states that the only thing you need for prep is a 150 sanding band, even for the cuticle area. Also, that forward and reverse only apply to what dominant hand you use. If your right handed, forward only, reverse for 'lefties'. This applies to doing your one nails as well as a clients, according to this person. Unreal.

[@TheNailHub]

Catherine A.M. PA1970 😱 crazy

[@TLB.Beauty]

What RPM would be best to use when prepping the nail & skin with these bits?

[@Tata-iu3fy]

A low setting

[@DanteVelasquez]

You are the nail guru :-)

[@amonkh2161]

the ball bit is totally a gospel to me! I am freaked of cutting cuticles, which looks brutally scary.😟

[@alexanderleatherman]

This a beautiful video. Ive seen some somewhat rough work most likely being done in Russia and at the same time I could tell these could be used at a slower speed and basically used like those electric callus removers with the huge sandpaper drum thing. What I love is how clean your work is. The lack of sanitization ive seen in some videos online using these had me white knuckling watching the video. I would bear the pain of whatever sanitizer was available in whatever country i saw the videos in where here we have such luxury. If you ever watch that makeup reviewer tati, her friend caught blood poisoning from a place with what i am guessing were unsanitary cuticle tools. So she is telling people to haul their own tools and sanitize them when in reality here we have technology at its best. Keep doing the great work! im still terrified of cuticle nippers lol. i really think this is the future when you think about the fact it is dead skin we are treating here.

[@TheNailHub]

Alex Leatherman thanks for the awesome feedback!

[@marinas1841]

Russian manicurists are the best in the world and their sanitation of tools is meticulous!

[@soniavln]

J’adore cette vidéo merci beaucoup !

[@tuffmutt2483]

Love all your video's I learn so much from you

[@MoniqueAesthetics]

Could you please do a video on nail drills snd types of gels and acrylic? Thanks

[@TheNailHub]

Hi Monica, I actually do have a video on types of gels already. I don't use acrylic so I can't make videos on that. :( I can't stand the smell of monomer.

[@MoniqueAesthetics]

thanks!

[@christinaleister1387]

Tfs. On your previous video you mentioned the pink and green stone still bits. They're for polishing the skin around the fingernail and to lightly remove the shine from the nail plate. I'm going to research about how to sanitize them.

[@TheNailHub]

Christina Leister they aren't considered sanitizable in all places so just make sure those corundum style bits are allowed in your area. they are porous so are harder to clean but I do like them on skin

[@christinaleister1387]

Ty. That's definitely an item that I will check in on. I also have an e-file cleaning brush that I purchased to super clean my bits. 😜

[@thelittlenailmaid3568]

This video along with all your others is SO HELPFUL! 🥰 May I ask what rpm would you recommend for these types of bits? X

[@ST-lt4ls]

Very helpful to this newbie. Thnx!!

[@Madewithlovebysky]

Very helpful. Thank you for thoroughly explaining and showing this video!!

[@barbiejake4801]

Awesome tutorial thanks for sharing👍🏾😻😻😻

[@taylorwallace939]

I love this video! I have watched it several times. Do you use a different bit for each client?

[@TheNailHub]

I own several and disinfect between each client. You can even put these in an autoclave

[@taylorwallace939]

@@TheNailHub Thank you so much for this clarification.

[@palavinabeebee6629]

How do I keep from grazing the nail plate while using the first bit? Thank you

[@Lorenamaysing]

Omg that drill!! Is it sucking up the dust as you go?? Is that what that extra peice coming off?

[@callmekells802]

As a nail tech, do you have any recommendations for fellow nail techs who wear their natural nails? I love doing nails but find myself feeling depressed that I cannot enjoy my natural nails just because of the work I put my hands through. Right now I’m trying silk wraps, they work but I experience lifting about 4-6 days in.

[@zaxiong6804]

What's the speed you're using? When I use the diamond ball bit I can't seem to get anything using slow to medium speed and I don't want to use high speed because I don't want to hurt my clients

[@TheNailHub]

Speed can vary a lot by machine because of differences in torque, but on my efile (Erica's MT-20) I run the ball bit at about 10,000-12,000 RPMs so it just exfoliates on the surface without tugging. The angle in which you use the bal bit is very important. If you point it downward accidentally it will push the skin down and will not remove it. You have to really come perfectly up and on to the skin you are trying to remove.

[@zaxiong6804]

The Nail Hub thank you!

[@desidoo5232]

The Nail Hub hey Erica! I am REALLY having a problem with my diamond ball bit as well. When I try to use it it's doing nothing but creating hang nails and really making the situation worse for me. Can you please do a video or contact more directly on how to use this bit? I REALLY NEED HELP! Thanks

[@mygeorge1951]

Gracias...So glad I found your channel!

[@stefoslve]

I just came across that video and wanted to ask whether I could purchase these drill bits from the web site you give from greece or not!! btw your job is magnificent

[@BajaRosie]

what is the difference between these bits in ceramic vs diamond, i've just found a ceramic ball bit stating it is for cuticles on a website, but it has cross cut teeth like on a regular barrel bit even though its a tiny little 2.5mm round ball head, but im thinking it would not exfoliate like a diamond bit as it has those teeth it would be more for drilling a hole to inlay gems wouldn't it? thanks

[@TheNailHub]

Baja Rosie correct. those teeth are not appropriate for skin. not sure why they refer to those ceramic bits as cuticle bits but I would never use those on cuticles. diamond bits are much gentler and exfoliate nicely

[@sarinaventer4056]

Short. Sweet. Informative. Thank you!x

[@BobbieXxoo]

Most helpful video I've found on drill bits. Thank you for your upload, information n time! 💜🖤💜🖤💜🖤💜🖤💜🖤

[@MeMe-tt4wx]

Wow! This could rally cut a lot of time off of my nail prep

[@NiUnaPalmadita]

hi I entered the shop and the x bit is sold out. When is going to be available again? thank you

[@sofia_chem]

Thank you for your videos! How many milimeters is the thickness of these bits?

[@daniawania]

What speed though?

[@jstaff09]

I am not a nail tech, but I do my own short natural nails. What bits to you recommend for me. Also which ones do you recommend for pedicures? Thank you

[@hammypie]

Can I use the micro taper at 5k rpm? Is that too fast? Also, what grit would you pick for such a bit?

[@TheNailHub]

5k sounds a little low but it depends on your machine. I would do something like 7k-10k rpms with very light pressure.

[@catmenot7143]

Hi Liz, what's the difference between the classic Russian manicure bit set that Nail Hub has versus the new updated one? I noticed that one Sciver bit changed shape a bit.

[@sarahpinski6886]

Love and appreciate this video, your awesome

[@jacquiewpb1932]

The white dust that is a result of using bit... you can see it in the beginning of your video. I have issues getting that off nail sidewalls. Sometimes it’s stuck to the nail and even when I clean the nail bed with the brush it doesn’t lift. What am I doing wrong?

[@tamarasharp4311]

Yasssss!! Just ordered the magic bit kit #1 from TNH 😁🙌🏼💅🏼

[@carolarmstrong3748]

Would u have the link to but both of these please xx

[@mzbeatbarbie]

Great video😊

[@bethdavis4673]

I have just recently found you on youtube and LOVE your videos!! Do you ever use the dip instead of gel? Just curious to if you might do videos on the dip application on natural nails.

[@TheNailHub]

Hi thanks. No I'm not a fan of dip. It's just cyanoacrylate glue and acrylic powder. Neither one is healthy or full of vitamins and the glue destroys your nails over time. Also hard to remove.

[@writofmandamus]

1:06 Is it not bad to remove "natural shine" on the nail plate? Won't it make it weaker? What's wrong with keeping the shine?

[@kokakchangelena4375]

Help... i am a beginner for e file manicure for cuticle removal, but why can’t i achieve that result as u did.? I am using a cheap nail drill machine with only 1 direction but with a low speed as a practice tool for a moment.

[@julijanavlahovic5558]

How many rpm you use for each bit? Thank you!

[@cherrycoke7328]

Beautiful

[@sharonpaterson1281]

Hi hunny just wanted to ask you a quick question I do my own nails I only use high quality full well tips and super strong nail glue I bite my nails down to the cuticle otherwise so this literally saves my nails lives lol I use a pusher and buffing block to prepare my nails I have done this for over 30 years I've always thought about Efiling but once had a nail tech burn right through my nail it was awful so that's always made me think twice about it I am not a nail tech but know a lot about it do you think it's worth me using an Efile or should I just carry on with what I've been doing many thanks 😊 love your videos by the way I will be getting some colour gels and Mylar soon to practice with thanks so much kind regards sharon xx

[@TheNailHub]

Hi Sharon, if your process is working for you I would stick with it. E-files are great tools but they are moreso for professional techs who do nails all day every day. It allows us to avoid wear and tear on our bodies by eliminating a lot of the movement we have to do with our elbows and wrists. But if you are just doing your own nails I would just stick with the process you have and save yourself the money. :)

[@sharonpaterson1281]

The Nail Hub ❤️ thank you so much for the advice i really appreciate your reply I love watching your videos as it gives me ideas xx

[@hescobar6906]

I am a nail student and can only afford one of these bits at a time which one would you recommend I purchase first? Or do they all pretty much do the same thing? I have this one in my cart but I wasn’t sure which one I should get. (ericas ata russian diamond flame bit)

[@TheNailHub]

I would recommend you start with the sciver bit.

[@NGNails]

thank you so much for this video! very helpful!

[@ashleygrimmett5904]

Are the bits compatible with most E-File machines?

[@TheNailHub]

Yes they are standard size 3/32" size which is standard for electric files.

[@ashleygrimmett5904]

Thank you!

[@ashleygrimmett5904]

Thanks for sharing. Great video and very informative!

[@chemonroe]

I went to site but it don't have ads to cart on their

[@divm8559]

What is inverted cone shape of diamond bits used for?

[@TheNailHub]

Usually for backfilling or when the angle suits the purpose well. Like sometimes for filing against a concave or convex shape.

[@divm8559]

@@TheNailHub thank you. 👍👍

[@cheribreedlove9344]

Please spill the beans on your nail lacquer.

[@loretoacostaalvarez]

Hello Greetings form Spain!!, Thank you Elizabeth I am fascinated with your art, congratulations!. I have never had been made an e-manicure and I got to know your channel because I'd love to achive a simple perfect manicure like you just do in this tutorial... every single time I do my manicure I get cut (cause I do not like to just push the cuticule) and my cuticules get so soar for a couple of day that I would love to try this amazing thing that is the e-manicure, I know this channell is oriented to professionals but perhaps you could tell me what to look for when purchasing an e-file I am in Europe so brands might be a bit to expensive to buy them from here, but I would appreciate some advise on what features to look up to buy a good machine for domestice use... thanks in advance for your teachings...Adios :)

[@TheNailHub]

Hi Loreto, not sure if this is of interest to you but we also ship to Europe and many of our efiles come with EU plugs and 220V capability. Here's a full list. www.thenailhub.com/collections/e-files-nail-bits I work directly with all the manufacturers we sell and all of these are great efiles. If anything is out of stock in EU version please let us know and we can order it for you. Please email [e-mail]

[@loretoacostaalvarez]

Thank you very much Elizabeth, it is of help. I will study the shipping and taxes and I will see if it is in my budget nevertheless I do appreciate your quick and quality of your response and wish you a lovely day!! Ciao!! :)

[@kimp7770]

If the cuticles are really dry and cracking, can you use a product on them before starting the bit on the cuticles ?

[@TheNailHub]

You can apply cuticle oil which helps you glide over the skin more, but usually dry cracking skin is best polished and smoothed with a dry bit and when you apply moisture after your skin will actually be able to soak it all up much better than before. Just don't work on broken skin or any kind of wounds. Moisture is key to combatting dry skin. I love balms much more than oil because they stay put.

[@andreamendes8145]

what speeds are we using?

[@stacypearce3945]

Where can I buy this?

[@monicablima22]

Which e-file do you recommend?

[@ClassActNails]

Where can we purchase these bits

[@saramikaelaj]

Do you use fine or medium grit on the micro taper? :)

[@TheNailHub]

Medium. It is perfect for natural nail and skin.

[@callmeoctavia]

Hi there!! I noticed my diamond ball bit more rips the extra dead skin on the finger above the cuticle rather than safely remove. Am I doing something wrong?

[@TheNailHub]

Yes it sounds like you are using too much pressure and what speed are you using on your machine?

[@callmeoctavia]

The Nail Hub I am using the lowest it will go, the dial shows it to be a little below 5000 rpm. I appreciate your replies very much!

[@mabelalvarado4672]

when will the nail bits be restocked?

[@TheNailHub]

We just received more in our warehouse this afternoon. They should get updated on the site tomorrow. You can sign up for an automatic alert by entering your email on the product page on our site.

[@michelerichardson5291]

Great work by you, but that clients nails look really thin, could do with some IBX treatments I think xx

[@TheNailHub]

Hi Michele this is actually my mom and the nails in the video are completely natural and have not been touched by product before. This is what her natural nails look like when they are virgin. She actually has really strong nails.

[@michelerichardson5291]

The Nail Hub Sorry, I've just read this again, didn't mean to imply you had caused the damage, I know your work and ethics well enough to know that would never happen. Just though your moms nails looked at bit thin. Love your videos, your passion and all the really useful info you share xx

[@AngelaGutierrez-xm8wd]

What ventilation system do you use on your e-file?

[@TheNailHub]

Angela Gutierrez I use a vacuum that attaches to my efile. It's available on our website here: www.thenailhub.com/collections/tools-accessories/products/ericas-ata-dust-vacuum-e-file-attachment-system

[@dianamoser7712]

How often do you get your stuff restocked? I need your Russian bit set 😭

[@TheNailHub]

Diana Panganiban we have more en route. Should be restocked tomorrow. We receive shipments every week and restock weekly

[@dianamoser7712]

The Nail Hub damn really!!! I check multiple times a day because I'm psycho and haven't seen them on there!

[@dianamoser7712]

The Nail Hub how long do these bits last you? Like how often do you find yourself changing to new bits? I know it depends on how often you use it but I'm trying to figure out how many to order

[@dianamoser7712]

The Nail Hub what speed are you using these bits at?

[@TheNailHub]

We did have some and then we sold out again. Best way is to put your email in on the product page to get notified the moment they are restocked. The russian bits are made in small batches so they go quickly. I use my bits at different speeds. Usually around 7,000-10,000 RPMs on my machine. The bits last about 3-4 months depending on how you use them.

[@suzierieger8165]

The manicure nail bit set is sold out. Anyway to find out how to buy it?

[@TheNailHub]

Suzie Thanpaeng the manufacturer just made more and were have them on the way. Should arrive Monday. Erica's ATA has been having a hard time producing enough to fulfill demand.

[@loriruesch3291]

Can I get those 3 bits from you?

[@TheNailHub]

:) www.thenailhub.com/collections/ericas-ata-e-files-equipment

[@sharonbuchanan3123]

Fabulous TY xox

[@LaLaHearMyVoice]

What efile machine would you recommend? been wanting to try efile manicure (:

[@TheNailHub]

LaLaHearMyVoice I have used a lot of them and I love my Erica's ATA MT2O (ericasata.com). it is made for professional techs. Medicool also makes great efiles that are affordable. you can find them online almost anywhere

[@KarinaGlamorous]

Why do they look different in the website? The sciver on the website has a blue band instead of orange and the round for skin doesn't have a red band like yours D: before I buy i want to make sure that it will come the same?

[@TheNailHub]

Karina Santana the colored bands are for medium or fine. i recommend medium as it will last longer. when you get one brand new just prep it by filing on a hand file to remove any sharp edges

[@srdoshi1955]

where to buy russian etools bits

[@margaritamiranda8770]

Are these coming back on the site?

[@TheNailHub]

Yes you can subscribe to a restock alert on the product page. We get shipments every 2 weeks or so.

[@alphasierra9059]

I keep hearing these kinds of manicure is not legal in the US. Is that true?

[@Tata-iu3fy]

Alpha Sierra if they are cutting living tissue then yes, if it is only dead skin then it should be fine. The problem is that techs are not usually taught how to do this so they end up taking away too much natural nail, and living tissue.

[@nmonchez]

What's the efile attachment you use forThe dust?

[@TheNailHub]

Nancy Muralles it's a dust vacuum attachment from EricasATA. I can order one for you if you want. I distribute their products

[@nmonchez]

The Nail Hub thanks! But would it fit a kupa manipro?

[@TheNailHub]

You can order the metal piece that fits your efile and it also comes with rubber rings to customize the fit. Email me if you want to order. [e-mail]

[@TheNailHub]

Yes

[@christinaleister1387]

Omgs, this is Mecca for me. I have very limited space right now, and even a table top dust collector is too big. I would also be interested in the price and location of this product, please. 👍

[@cattleyas_nail_studionaile6758]

Whts the speed to use the bits on please

[@TheNailHub]

cattleyas_nail_studio Nailene84 depends on your efile but about 5-7k rpms

[@divm8559]

tutorial for your mani pl

[@vathnalong2227]

How much cost

[@dianaherrera6169]

Hi, what speed do you use?

[@TheNailHub]

Diana Herrera about 5000 rpm. which is a qtr of the way on my machine

[@stacypearce3945]

Found it

[@blackpikachu5417]

Hi, i have a question. If anyone in the comments knows the answer? Please let me know! It would be most appreciated. My question is when starting nails like if you are let's say going into a shop to get your nails done. The procedure is the cuticle and prepping the nails correct? The reason I'm asking this is because, I'm from La Mesa San Diego and I've been getting my nails done from nail techs off and on since I was 17 and I'm 20 going on 27 now so roughly 10 years and from watching not just your video but other videos. I'm noticing that these nail technicians that supposedly went to school and did all this practice learning technique whatever you want to call it have not been doing my nails right! like when they go over my nail they have heat spots on my nail plate and I'll be telling them that it's hurting and these b****** will keep doing it! Also I asked them if the cuticles was like mandatory that you're supposed to do them because everytime I go there like, no we're not supposed to do the cuticles we just have to do the nails and prep the nail. That said we don't do the cuticles this is what these people are telling me! And it got to the point where they were charging me so much money to do a s***** job I completely stop going I haven't been to a nail tech in over 2 years now and I've been practicing and learning techniques myself to do my own nails and my family's Nails because I'm getting tired of getting ripped off by people are not even doing a good job so once again my question is I'm sorry I noticed the long text but I get super frustrated because I'm seeing what you are saying and other nail techs on KZbin that I've been following saying that everyone that I've been going to have been doing it the wrong way and it's like I don't understand how they got a job or how they were even graduated from nail school because they're not doing it the wrong way, they've been damaging my nails, and friends of mine nails for years now. Sorry I know this is a very long post please bear with me it's very important and whoever can answer this its most appreciate it. So they're supposed to do the cuticles then the nail prep or are they supposed to it at the same time basically it's mandatory right because it doesn't make any sense for them not to do the cuticles and just do the nails and not even do that right and then tell me that if I wanted my cuticles done I would have to pay an extra 7 to $10 when I'm already spending $40 hours on a full set

[@TheNailHub]

Hi Grace, Unfortunately what you are describing is very common. The education system for nail techs is not great and so many are left to try and learn on their own. :( If you nails burn or hurt it is not right and is damaging your nails.

[@analipintadocordova4401]

hola beo que ablan raro

[@nellienavarro4757]

plz send me the name of each bit.

[@TheNailHub]

Nellie Navarro the names are at the end of the video. you can find them on shop.thenailhub.com

[@hayleymcvey380]

Why do you keep saying hyponychium. This is the bit between your nail bed and your nail and not on top of your nail

[@kmsmail489]

Good video, but it sucks that you did not provide information to get the ball bit, so I am giving this a thumbs down

[@TheNailHub]

That's because this video is old and it doesn't exist anymore. There are similar ones on the market.

[@christinaleister1387]

Tfs. On your previous video you mentioned the pink and green stone still bits. They're for polishing the skin around the fingernail and to lightly remove the shine from the nail plate. I'm going to research about how to sanitize them.

[@yeraavilaa]

Where can I buy this bits?