How Often Should You Replace a Nail Buffer?

Nail buffers smooth out fingernails.

Nail Maintenance

The Mayo Clinic suggests that a nail buffer can help give fingernails a healthy shine. So, if a nail buffer doesn't give fingernails a shine and smooth like it usually does, it could mean it's time to replace the nail buffer.

Nail Buffer Quality

A nail buffer that seems to work well only a couple of times might be low quality. It could be a matter of buying a better quality nail buffer that makes the difference.

Bottom Line

Determine when to replace a nail buffer by considering its quality of use as well as the number of times it can be used before it stops working well. A low-quality nail buffer may only last a few months while a high-quality nail buffer can last as long as a year (depending on how often it's used).

References

• Mayo Clinic: How to Keep Your Fingernails Healthy and Strong

Resources

• YouTube: How to Buff Your Nails