Nail drills should be used exclusively on which type of nails?

Nail drills are specifically designed to be used on artificial nails because they require precise shaping and refinement that is best achieved with the controlled power and speed of a drill. Artificial nails, such as acrylics and enhancements, are often thicker and more durable than natural nails, allowing the drill to effectively file or shape them without damage.

Using a nail drill on natural nails can result in excessive filing, which may weaken or damage the natural nail bed, leading to issues such as thinning or splitting. Similarly, gel nails, while somewhat resilient, generally require different techniques, often involving less aggressive filing or sanding methods to avoid harming the underlying natural nail.

Thus, the exclusivity of nail drills to artificial nails ensures both efficiency in application and safety for the client’s natural nails.