Buffing not only provides an attractive lustre but also stimulates blood circulation at the base of the nail which encourages healthy growth the nail buffer kit contains two pads the grey pad has a slightly abrasive surface to even out ridges and other irregularities the pink pad is for polishing directions for use to be used on bare and dry nails to even out irregularities gently draw the grey buffer across the nail in one direction only avoiding the nail tips once a month is suffic