Lunula Journal

Guides for
nail technicians

Practical, anatomy-first guides to the Russian (e-file) manicure — technique, certification and safety, from the team behind the Advanced Clean Manicure System.

Last updated July 20, 2026

TechniqueRussian Manicure Step by Step: The Professional MethodThe fixed professional sequence, why the order is non-negotiable, and the safety spine through it.Read → E-File TechniqueE-File Bits for Russian Manicure: Shapes, Grits & RPMThe working bit set, the grits that suit each skin type, and the safe RPM ranges that keep skin intact.Read → Safety & StandardsIs a Russian Manicure Safe? What Nail Techs Should KnowThe real risks, where the “dangerous” reputation came from, and why safety is a training question.Read → ComparisonRussian Manicure vs Classic: Technique, Safety & WearDry vs wet prep, e-file vs hand tools, and how long each lasts — a full side-by-side.Read → LongevityHow Long Does a Russian Manicure Last? (And Why)3–4 weeks, 4–5 with builder gel — and the prep and technique that decide which.Read → CertificationHow to Get Certified in Russian Manicure OnlineWhat certification actually means, online vs in-person, and how to choose a program worth the hours.Read →

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