Using the Right Nail File Is Vital for a Perfect Set—These 11 Meet Our Standards

Housed in a vegan leather case, this kit includes a polisher glass to gently shape your nails and citrus-scented cuticle oil infused with jojoba, castor, sea buckthorn, and grape-seed oils to help nourish cuticles without leaving a greasy residue. Plus, the case keeps the kit ready for travel.

This budget-friendly glass nail file can be easily washed with soap and water. And at $4, you can purchase a few to ensure you're never without one when you need it.

For artificial nail prep, this file is a great choice. Select from six different options.

This Amazon favorite boasts thousands of five-star ratings and has sides that can be peeled off and replaced each time for a super-hygienic filing on natural, acrylic, or gel manicures.

This double-sided glass file has the perfect amount of grit to shape even the most delicate nails without causing damage. Additionally, it's reusable and easy to clean with soap and water. 

Nail files don't have to be boring. This neon three-pack proves it. Use these 100/180 grit files on natural and acrylic nails. Bonus: They can be reused for up to three months. 

Designed with an inner foam layer for better control and precision, this 100/180 grit file is one of the best for shaping, refining, and shortening nail extensions. Plus, its elongated diamond shape helps you file sidewall areas.

Crafted from poplar wood harvested from sustainably managed forests, this 12-piece set is packaged in a tiny orange Hermès box, making it easy to pop in your bag or carry-on. Use the beige side to shape your nail and the orange side to smooth!

Crafted in Germany from stainless steel, this double-sided nail shaper is finished with diamond-ceramic surfaces in both medium grit (for shaping) and fine grit (for smoothing). Plus, a scratch-resistant coating helps repel water, oil, and bacteria.

For natural nails, reviewers rave about this file. One reviewer shared, "My husband prefers these heavy gauge boards to anything else available. They feel sturdy in your hands. He also uses them on his calluses."

Made for your feet, this stainless steel file is finished with a diamond-ceramic layer that gently softens rough edges. An ultra-hard, scratch-resistant coating repels water, oil, and bacteria. For best results, it's recommended to soak feet before filing to help soften the skin.