The 10 Best Nail Care Kits

You'll find all of the essentials in the 3 Swords Germany Grooming Kit (appx. $25), right down to a handy information sheet that explains how to use each piece. And speaking of the pieces, they're crafted from steel, then nickel-plated to guard against corrosion.

When you need a little more oomph, the Beurer Professional (appx. $40) has got your back. It includes a high-powered rotary tool along with 10 attachments, so you can perform a range of tasks, from callus removal to polishing, for hands and feet that are always smooth and presentable.

It may not offer as many uses as some, but the Harperton Clipper Set (about $14) performs the task it's intended for quite well. This is in large part thanks to hand-sharpened steel blades that cut smoothly, with no unwanted and unsightly jagged edges.

The True Glow by Conair All-in-One (about $28) brings the salon to your home and is useful whether you'd like to trim and shape your talons or paint them, too. Plus, the electric nail tool is rechargeable, so you won't have to hunt for batteries.

You'll probably immediately notice the black matte finish of the tools in the Utopia Care Portable (around $9), which is eye-catching and sophisticated. But it's more than just a pretty face, since this choice comes with a total of 15 items, so there's relatively little it can't do.

You'll have enough product to complete up to 10 gel applications with the Sally Hansen Pro Starter Kit (about $46), an option that comes in fun colors such as "Wine Not" and "Red My Lips." It takes you from start to finish with a buffer, cuticle stick, and more.

You don't have to spend a fortune, because the Zizzon Grooming Set (around $11) is an inexpensive selection that gives you a decent range of tools. These include the standard clippers, of course, as well as those items you may not need every day, like a peeling knife.

The Onsen Secret Healing Mineral Restoration (appx. $25) is about more than just nail care, as it also gives you that relaxing spa feeling. The cuticle conditioner -- which contains no harsh chemicals -- moisturizes, strengthens, and prevents irritating cracking.

Anyone who's been scratched by an infant knows that they may be small and cute, but their nails are still sharp. You can use the Arrnew Baby Manicure Set (about $10) to prevent these issues, since the items it includes were designed to be gentle and safe.

We aren't going to tell you that the Revlon Isaac Mizrahi Essentials is the best thing since sliced bread, because, frankly, it's not made for heavy-duty work. It is, however, extremely budgetfriendly and would make a fine option to keep around for emergencies.