Different types of nail clippers include scissored nail clippers, guillotine nail clippers, and clippers that resemble a small pair of pliers. Other types of nail clippers include baby nail clippers, toenail clippers, and pet nail clippers. Although pet nail clippers are available at most pet stores, people who are inexperienced in trimming their pets' nails should have them clipped by a professional groomer o the veterinarian.
Guillotine-type nail clippers are among the most popular. The mouth of the device is curved to accommodate the fingernails, however, care must be taken when using this type of clipper because the skin or the quick of the nail can easily get nipped. Small models work well on fingernails and larger clippers are designed for use on the toenails. Sometimes, after using the guillotine model, the scissor clipper can be used to trim back hangnails or small pieces of the nail unobtainable by the guillotine model.
Trimming the nails is typically a simple procedure, but it can lead to infection and hangnails if done improperly. Regardless of which type is used, if the blades or cutting edges are not sharp enough, they will be less effective in getting a clean cut. When getting a professional manicure or pedicure in a salon, consumers should determine if the tools are being sterilized between use. Bacteria can be transmitted between customers and contribute to bacterial and fungal infections of the skin and nails. If the consumer feels more comfortable, she should bring her own set of manicure and pedicure tools to the salon, instead of using the manicurist's.
When trimming a baby's nails, great caution needs to be taken to avoid nicking his delicate skin, and it might even be a good idea to cut the baby's nails when he is asleep. It is important that a baby's nails be kept short because long or jagged nails can scratch the baby and injure his skin. Baby nail clippers are available in a variety of cute designs and also come in pink, blue, yellow, and green.
Clippers can be purchased at most drug stores, big-box retailers, grocery stores, and beauty supply chains. Although most are made from stainless steel, certain types are made from durable plastic. In addition, they can be purchased as a single unit or part of a manicure or pedicure kit. Also, the price of the product typically depends upon the quality of the material, brand name, and construction of the clipper.
