The Flame – Fine | 2-3 months
3.6 / 5.0
8 reviewsPickup available at Willow Academy HQ
Usually ready in 24 hours
A foundational diamond bit designed for precise, controlled cuticle work and nail prep.
The Flame Fine is one of Willow’s core prep tools, engineered to help lift, separate, and refine the cuticle pocket with accuracy - without damaging the natural nail or surrounding skin.
The Flame Fine is designed to replace manual cuticle pushers, allowing technicians to perform clean, efficient prep using the e-file.
Its slender flame shape and fine diamond grit make it ideal for:
Assist in lifting the proximal nail fold
Assist in separating cuticle from the nail plate
Cleaning the pocket
Accessing tight side wall areas with precision
This is a Step 1 prep bit - where clean work begins.
Grit Level: Fine
Function: Cuticle prep / pocket lifting / pocket cleaning
Stage of Use: Prep (Step 1)
Shape: Flame (slender, tapered)
Head Size: 8mm length / 2mm circumference
Material: Diamond-coated tungsten steel
Rotation: Suitable for left & right-handed use
Shaft Size: 3/32" universal fit
Recommended Speed: 9,000 - 11,000 RPM (aligned with safe prep work)
Pressure: Very light, controlled
Lifespan: Approx. 2–3 months depending on use
Designed for precision prep, The Flame Fine allows you to work safely and effectively in delicate areas.
Helps lifts the proximal nail fold without trauma
Separates cuticle from the nail plate cleanly
Reaches deep into the side walls with control
Cleans the cuticle pocket
Prepares the area for product application and long-lasting adhesion
Diamond Abrasive Finish – Controlled, Gentle Exfoliation
Designed to gently exfoliate non-living tissue without cutting
Provides controlled abrasion for safe prep work
Maintains consistent performance across services
Unlike carbide bits, this is not designed to remove product —
It is designed to lift, clean and prepare.
Use at the start of your service (prep stage)
Work at 9,000–11,000 RPM
Use very light touch - no pushing or pressure
Gently guide around the cuticle area and side walls in the direction thats relevant to your rotations
Do not use it on the nail plate.
The Flame sits at the start of your Willow prep system:
Step 1: Flame Fine – Lift & separate cuticle
Step 2: Ball – remove non-living tissue or Manual Nippers
Step 3: Diamond Polisher/Silicon Polisher - Polishing with cuticle oil
Pickup available, Usually ready in 24 hours
Unit 2 Norman Business Park, 61 Thorby Avenue
March PE15 0AR
United Kingdom
We continually test, measure and compare all our e-file bits so you can trust them to perform when you need them most. The Willow Guarantee means that we will refund or replace any e-file bit that doesn't do its job.
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