Which grit is recommended for shaping and blending nail tips?

Which grit is recommended for shaping and blending nail tips?

• A. 120 grit
• B. 180 grit or higher
• C. 240 grit
• D. 320 grit

Answer: (B)

Grit size describes how rough the file is. For shaping and blending nail tips, you want enough coarseness to remove the tip’s edge and smooth the seam where the tip meets the natural nail, but not so rough that you damage the natural nail. A mid-range grit around 180 is ideal because it can shape and blend efficiently without being overly harsh. Using 180 grit or higher (such as 240 or 320) allows you to achieve a clean blend while reducing the risk of gouging. A 120 grit would be too aggressive for this step, while very fine grits like 240 or 320 are better for refining after the initial blend. So, 180 grit or higher is the recommended choice.

Grit size describes how rough the file is. For shaping and blending nail tips, you want enough coarseness to remove the tip’s edge and smooth the seam where the tip meets the natural nail, but not so rough that you damage the natural nail. A mid-range grit around 180 is ideal because it can shape and blend efficiently without being overly harsh. Using 180 grit or higher (such as 240 or 320) allows you to achieve a clean blend while reducing the risk of gouging. A 120 grit would be too aggressive for this step, while very fine grits like 240 or 320 are better for refining after the initial blend. So, 180 grit or higher is the recommended choice.