Scholl Velvet Smooth Electronic Nail Care System - Pink, Healthy Nail Care System

This is a brilliant replacement for manual nail smoothing/buffing systems. The heads are high quality (i.e. they don't wear out/fall apart after first use!) and it's very easy to use with the interchangeable heads simply clicking on/off the head of the system stick. The AA battery supplied is also a Duracell battery so even that doesn't fail on you in the first five minutes of use.Before buying anything I always look at reviews where people haven't found a product to be very good, and since buying it I think there are a few points to note that may be useful:- if you press the head too hard onto your nails there is an automatic cut-out system that stops the stick from working. This isn't because the product isn't robust enough, it's protecting you so you don't file the surface of your nail away! It's useful to remember (particularly on first time of use) that the white powder you see is the surface of your nail being sanded away, and you can rub away the surface too much and make your nails very thin if you are over enthusiastic. If you have very ridged nails that haven't had much care previously, I'd suggest you take the approach of 'a work in progress' and aim to achieve smooth nails over a number of weeks rather than buffing away like crazy on first use and risk damaging your nails.- Each of the heads are numbered 1 to 3 and designed to be used in that numerical order:**the first head is harsh and designed for taking out lumps, bumps, ridges from the surface of the nail and, I guess, could be used to file your nail ends. Personally, having used a manual smoothing/buffing process for many years, I still preferred to use my trusty glass nail file to shape and smooth the ends of my nails rather than continuing to use this head after smoothing the nail surface. Other reviewers have noted that it didn't seem strong enough to shape the nail and some noted this was when the cut-out system triggered; my view is it's probably fine for just touching up/smoothing out the shape but currently I'd still use my glass file to define shape - mainly because to avoid splitting your nails you should file your nail-ends in one direction (from either side towards the middle); this system is filing in two directions (rubbing 'backwards-forwards') and I would be worried would lead to your nails splitting if used for filing. But that really is simply a matter of personal preference!**the second head smooths the nail surface with a finer grade polishing surface, and the third head will give a buffed finish. Again, if this is the first time you've used a smoothing/buffing system I wouldn't expect to achieve a high shine on first use - if you do, you are likely damaging your nails and making them thin and therefore weak. Aim to build up a smooth surface gradually, and therefore a lovely buffed shine, over a number of weeks.I also bought the Scholl nail oil and it has really improved my nails - do remember though it is an oil and not a varnish; although it goes on shiny it will disappear into your nail.Finally, I'd add that this is ideal for both men and women. The caution I'd put out to men who are giving this a go for the first time is 'think Black&Decker' - this is basically a sanding machine with corse and fine grain papers! Take the same approach to your nails as you would with your prized table or woodwork - go gently, and expect to achieve results over several weeks instead of taking your nail-bed off in the first session by being over enthusiastic!I can highly recommend this product. I also have the Scholl Express Pedi for smoothing rough skin on the feet and using that in conjunction with the Velvet Smooth Nail System is absolutely getting me back to having beautiful feet that feel wonderful. So: Scholl's systems do 'exactly what they say on the tin' in my opinion - good quality products that deliver excellent results.Hope this is helpful ... :o)

Bought on behalf of a family member so this review is based on their experience with the product.Comes in the usual sealed edge clip pack (which can be a right pain to get into, a few choice phrases were uttered) but once you have broken through the packaging including the mini version for the file heads you are left with the electronic nail file, three files heads and the instructions (if you haven't obliterated them while getting into the package). Should you damage the instructions beyond use, there are tips and instructions on the Scholl website and on the Amazon listing page. That was pretty much the negative aspects mentioned but now the file itself.The file is between 5-6” in length and is similar to the diameter of a permanent maker. Battery is included you just need to pop the bottom off and remove the tab that is in place to prevent battery drain. The file heads are numbered to help with order of use, file 1 for filing and shaping the nails, file 2 for buffing the surface of the nails and file 3 for polishing the nail surface. The file also has a safety stop built-in if the sensor detects too high a pressure being applied to the nail. Small bit of advice, try to avoid using in a normal filing motion and allow the oscillation to do its job, just guide the file like you would an electric tooth brush.Family member is happy as larry with the file, especially as the price was around £10 cheaper than where she was gonna buy on the high-street!

Firstly just to say this arrived really well packed and very quickly, credit to the seller for that. The product arrived in a rigid plastic case which admittedly was a little difficult to open but as this is an electrical item I think such a robust packaging is essential. There was clear instructions on the product on a card inside and these to me was clear to follow and easily understood.It was a nice surprise to find that the AA battery already installed in the Nail care system.This is an all rounder product as it can be used for a manicure and a pedicure, there are three interchangeable heads. The first file you use is for shaping the nail. Then the next one is used to buff the nail. The last one polishes the nail.Once you have used the three heads your nails are smooth and shiney . This product for me really did do as it says. I was happy with the results and would certainly recommend it.