Electric drills and e-files, drill bits (carbide, ceramic, diamond), UV/LED nail lamps, files and buffers (80–240 grit), nail brushes (sable + synthetic), cuticle nippers, pushers, scissors, dust collectors, magnets for cat eye gel polish, and disposable salon supplies.
Carbide is the workhorse for bulk acrylic and hard gel removal — produces chips not dust, autoclave-safe, lasts 3–6 months. Ceramic runs cooler and is gentler on natural nails — best for gel polish removal and surface smoothing, lasts 1–3 months. Diamond is the only material safe to use on natural nail and skin — used for cuticle work and detail smoothing.
80 grit is very coarse — for bulk acrylic/dip removal only, not natural nails. 100 grit is for shaping and de-bulking acrylic. 180 grit is medium — breaks gel surface and shapes natural nail. 240 grit is fine — natural nail filing and shine removal for prep.
Three steps for any tool that contacts skin or breaks the surface: (1) scrub with soap and water using a stiff brush, (2) full immersion in Barbicide or EPA-registered disinfectant 10–15 minutes, (3) autoclave at 250°F / 121°C for 15–30 minutes. Skipping the autoclave step is a compliance and infection-control risk for cuticle nippers.
Yes — DTK Nail Supply offers wholesale pricing on TOOLS & ACCESSORIES and a wide range of professional nail brands, with fast US shipping (orders ship within 48 hours from California). Create a free B2B account at dtknailsupply.com for the best price.
Yes — DTK Nail Supply offers wholesale pricing on TOOLS & ACCESSORIES and a wide range of professional nail brands, with fast US shipping (orders ship within 48 hours from California). Create a free B2B account at dtknailsupply.com for the best price.