Heel files: what are they and how to use them?

There is an opinion that only in a cosmetology salon can a woman’s legs be brought to perfection. Indeed, previously it was difficult to achieve perfection at home. But recently a laser file for heels appeared in the segment of pedicure tools, and women had questions about how effective it is and whether it will help make their feet perfectly smooth. How to achieve this using a new accessory?

Disadvantages of conventional devices

For a long time, women used only pumice and a metal grater, having no alternative. Pumice stone is absolutely safe and does not injure the dermis, but for the effect to be noticeable, you have to steam your heels for a long time before the procedure. The processing itself takes even more time, and the result is weak and requires multiple repetitions. A metal grater copes with problems a little better. However, it has two unpleasant drawbacks: it quickly becomes dull and often injures the skin.

The disadvantages of pumice and grater forced women to turn to specialists. Now there is a choice - a laser file for heels. Reviews from those who have experienced its effect confirm: it perfectly tidies up the legs and maintains this condition.

What is

The device is made of stainless steel and equipped with a rubberized plastic handle. The metal surface of the accessory is strewn with numerous tiny teeth no more than 0.1 mm high. The specific relief of the working plane is created using laser equipment. There are different models on sale that differ in shape and abrasive structure. The edge of the tooth cuts off the thinnest layer of the area, then grinds it. This property of the laser surface makes the tool universal, capable of not only cleaning the foot, but also polishing it.

Advantages of the device

In addition to providing a high-quality result, a laser heel file has other valuable properties:

• Safety. The accessory is designed for maximum gentle cleaning. The risk of damage when using it is reduced to zero. Therefore, the device can be recommended even to people suffering from diabetes, and those who have too thin skin and problems with blood vessels.
• Durability. The materials from which the grater is made last a long time, and during operation their performance indicators practically do not change. The grinding surface of the tool does not become clogged, it can be washed under running water and disinfected before and after treating feet.

Advantages of a laser grater

This pedicure device is made using a laser. This allows you to make small bulges on the metal, which precisely cut off the dead scales. They turn out to be very sharp and can easily remove even the roughest layer of skin. In this case, the skin is not injured, there is no risk of getting cuts. Try running your finger along the cutting surface of a laser grater, and you will feel that it is completely incapable of damaging even such thin skin as the one on your fingers. And even more so if you are treating your heels.

The laser file is made from quality materials. The cutting part is stainless steel. You can safely use this device even in water, without worrying about its appearance and integrity. The handle of the grater is usually made of high-quality plastic, and the top is covered with rubber, so that during the procedure, your hands will not slip and you can quickly, without unnecessary inconvenience, bring your feet to proper condition.

Another advantage of a laser file is convenience. You can even treat your heels without pre-steaming. Still, the result will be great. And the whole procedure takes, at most, 10–15 minutes. Remember how much you worked with pumice? The same amount of time - at least - was spent on each leg, and here - on both feet. And you don’t have to work hard to clean the grater itself. Simply rinse in water and it is ready to use again.

What is important is that the results last a long time. After the first use, the skin usually begins to feel rough, after about a week. If you are not lazy and regularly treat your heels with a laser grater, then over time the result will last for two to three weeks - which, you see, is very good.

And the best part is the price. Don’t think that such a wonderful device will make a serious hole in your budget. A laser grater, despite all its advantages, is quite affordable. Depending on the model and manufacturer, the cost starts from 500 rubles - the simplest modification. On sale you can find double-sided models (the other side with a finer pattern - for polishing heels) or with additional small graters for processing big toes. Naturally, they will cost a little more. But, considering that a one-time visit to a beauty salon will cost you the same amount, buying a laser grater is a cost-effective process.

How to choose the right product

Laser heel file Mertz 755 is a universal model. It has a large work surface and a long handle that is comfortable to hold in your hands. This assistant is especially relevant for salon pedicures; it can also be recommended for men.

Mertz file models 607 and 608 are especially popular among women due to their curved handle. Their configuration is designed specifically to easily handle hard-to-reach areas of the foot without putting you in weird or dangerous positions.

The handles of all models of this brand are made of rubberized plastic, which ensures durability. The material does not slip even in a soapy hand.

Comparison table of the best electric foot files

Laser heel file: how to use

Processing the feet with a tool should not cause difficulties, since the process is similar to cleansing the feet with pumice and other graters (metal, ceramic). There are three ways to carry out the procedure. Each of them has pros and cons, so the woman must choose the one that suits her best:

• Dry.
• With steaming (wet).
• With pre-treatment with cream.

Some manufacturers indicate that it is preferable to use a file after steaming your feet or soaking them in cream. Why is this stated, and which method is the safest?

Dry pedicure (European)

This method requires no preparation. It is fast and convenient: you take the laser heel file into your hands and begin treating problem areas. This will appeal to those who don't like to steam their feet. In addition, the process is considered more gentle and gentle. The dry method is suitable for women with thin and sensitive skin on the heels.

However, there are downsides. For example, the method will provide an insignificant effect if your feet have not been looked after for a long time. In addition, it is better not to practice it for people with cracked heels. In this case, the dermis is more often injured, since it has less elasticity than a steamed one. Some women refuse the dry procedure because of the fine dust flying around during sanding.

Related tool

It is important for a woman to always look good. But sometimes the problem of rough heels is not the only one. The constantly growing cuticle becomes the culprit of untidy legs. Many will say, why remove the cuticle at all? If it is not removed in time, it will lead to the formation of hangnails and nail growth will slow down. And with an overgrown cuticle, your nails are guaranteed to look unkempt.

There are many different tools in the fight against cuticles: trimmer, pencil, europeum, nippers, gels. The German company Mertz has developed a laser cuticle file, which has become a real discovery. The cuticle file has a thin diamond coating. Thanks to this coating, dead tissue is quickly and efficiently removed, and the nail plate takes on an ideal shape. You can use the file yourself at home. It's not difficult at all.

The file size is 11.5 cm. It will not take up much space in your purse, and you can always solve a nail problem at any time. After removing the cuticle, wash the nail area and apply cosmetic oil. The laser file will serve you for a long time. Now you can avoid visiting beauty salons and create beauty on your hands and feet yourself.

Before using a grater and file, make sure that you have no contraindications. Of course, they do not cause allergies. But if you have cuts, burns, devices - all this will only worsen the situation. If you become hostage to fungal diseases, the first thing you should do is see a doctor for an examination. Only after completion of treatment can you begin the procedures.

You can purchase the 608 Mertz laser grater and cuticle file in professional cosmetic departments or in an online store. With such tools you can easily and easily do manicures and pedicures without leaving your home. After using these devices, you can proudly show off your baby's pink heels.

Wet pedicure

This is the most common method, which is approved by many users and experts. The legs are steamed in a container of hot water. After the skin of the foot has softened, you can begin to treat the rough areas with a grater. This is truly the most effective method, especially if a laser heel file is used for care (the photo makes it possible to evaluate the result).

Minuses:

• the skin dries more than usual after manipulation;
• the process takes a lot of time.

Which is better to choose?

The fundamental point is not the cost of the device, but the condition of the skin of your feet.

For example, ordinary natural pumice is useless for grinding.

That's why,

• If you have severely dry skin on your feet, with calluses, corns and cracks, then you need coarse abrasive brushes. By the way, if there are a lot of cracks and they bother you, it is better not to injure them again with mechanical files, but to treat them with an electric file using a hard roller at low speed;
• If you have slight roughness and regularly monitor the condition of your feet, then you need medium-hard files with a fine-grained abrasive. Mechanical and laser files are sometimes available in smaller sizes (up to 1.5 cm wide) to make it easier to treat the toes and the space between them.

Based on this, you can already ask the price of different foot files and build on your own capabilities and desires. Whether you want to scrub your heels yourself or let an electric roller do it.

Procedure with pre-treatment with cream

It is believed that this is a type of dry pedicure, since using this method there is no need to steam the feet. Apply a cream with a greasy consistency to clean skin. The process of removing calluses and rough areas begins after it is completely absorbed.

This method has many advantages:

• dust does not fly around during exfoliation;
• softened skin of the legs becomes elastic and more protected from snagging by the teeth of the file;
• subsequently there is no dryness;
• the process takes a little time.

Minus: the effect is somewhat weaker than when steaming.

Important!

The disadvantage of a trimmed manicure is that it can leave the problem of rough skin growing on the sides of the nail, and with the help of a pedicure file this unpleasant nuance can be circumvented.
Now there are specialized pedicure files that help tidy up even an ingrown toenail. Some pedicure files can treat feet in the shortest possible time, removing calluses and corns. When treating cracks with a pedicure file, their edges grow together and the damage heals. Only healthy skin is capable of the restoration process, so dry skin is ground off first. It can be quickly removed with a nail file, without causing inconvenience or discomfort.

Characteristics of pedicure files

There are different types of pedicure files, and the way they polish and polish your feet depends on their characteristics. Files can be multifunctional, with different degrees of grain. Their size can vary in any numbers. The standard is 18 centimeters.

The shape of the files is different: classic, straight, concave. The hardness of a pedicure file is measured in grits. The more abrasive, the less grit, which means the file is stiffer. For your own nails, you should use a softer nail file. For extended nails, a hardness of 110-190 grit is suitable, and for natural nails - 190-250 grit. If the hardness varies from 250-510, then the purpose of the file is grinding; if it is more than 1000 grit, it is polishing nails.

Post-procedure treatment

After the skin of the feet has been exfoliated and polished, it should be generously lubricated with a rich, nourishing foot product. Users noticed that their skin began to dry out more when the laser heel file became their main assistant for performing pedicures. However, this will not always be the case - the active growth of the dermis will soon stop. It is better to repeat the procedure several times in the first week. Then the situation will change, and feet can be treated only once every seven days.

Laser heel file Mertz 755: reviews

The pedicure tool was rated quite highly by consumers. Most often there are descriptions of working with him, which emphasize the following qualities:

• excellent result, the heels became perfectly smooth;
• ease of processing;
• versatility: one side processes and the other polishes;
• safety of use;
• reducing the time spent on the procedure.

Cons: high price.

Experts recommend purchasing tools only from a reliable store. A fake will not provide the desired result; it will make the feet even rougher than they were before the treatment.