Prepare Your Nails: Start by ensuring that your nails are clean and dry. Remove any old nail polish using nail polish remover and trim your nails to your desired length if needed.

Select Your Nail Buffer: Nail buffers come in various shapes and sizes, including blocks, pads, and sticks. Choose the type of buffer that you find most comfortable and convenient to use.

Understand the Buffing Surfaces: Most nail buffers have multiple surfaces with different textures or grits. These surfaces are typically labeled or color-coded to indicate their purpose:

• Coarse grit: This surface is used for shaping and smoothing the nail surface.
• Medium grit: This surface helps to refine and even out any rough spots or ridges on the nails.
• Fine grit: This surface polishes and shines the nails, giving them a glossy finish.

Start with the Coarse Surface: Begin by using the coarsest surface of the nail buffer to shape and smooth the surface of your nails. Gently buff each nail in a back-and-forth motion, focusing on areas with ridges or unevenness. Be careful not to apply too much pressure, as this can damage the nails.

Switch to the Medium Surface: Once you’ve smoothed out any rough spots, switch to the medium-grit surface of the buffer. Buff each nail again to further refine the surface and ensure a uniform texture.

Use the Fine Surface for Shine: Finally, use the fine-grit surface of the buffer to polish and shine the nails. Buff each nail in a gentle, circular motion until you achieve the desired level of shine and glossiness.

Buffing Technique: When buffing, make sure to buff the entire surface of each nail, including the edges and corners. Use smooth, even strokes to avoid creating uneven areas or damaging the nail plate.

Clean Up: Once you’ve finished buffing all of your nails, wash your hands to remove any nail dust or debris. You can also use a soft brush or cloth to gently remove any residual dust from the nail surface.

Moisturize: After buffing your nails, apply a moisturizing hand cream or cuticle oil to hydrate and nourish your nails and surrounding skin.

Maintenance: To maintain the smoothness and shine of your nails, use the fine-grit surface of the buffer regularly, as needed. This will help keep your nails looking polished and healthy between buffing sessions.