PedEgg Classic
4.6 · 9,613 ratings$9.19 at our retail partner
- 135 stainless steel micro-blades
- Built-in cup traps the shavings
- 2 emery finishing pads in the box
From BulbHead since 2007
We shaped a foot file like an egg to trap dry skin shavings inside.
The PedEgg sits in your palm and files dry dead skin with 135 stainless steel micro-blades. The built-in cup catches the shavings so your floor stays clean. Pop the cup open to empty it into the bin. Use it on dry feet only.
See the three filesSince 2007
On TV shelves across the country for over fifteen years.
Buyer reviews
Rated 4.6 of 5 across 9,613 ratings at our retail partner.
Mess-free filing
The built-in cup traps dead skin shavings until you empty them.
Three ways to file dry skin
We make the Classic and two Designer Series editions. Each egg fits in your palm, uses stainless steel micro-blades on dry heels, and traps shavings inside. Choose a design below to find a retail partner.
Designer Series, assorted print
4.5 · 3,493 ratings$22.25 at our retail partner
- Printed shell, pattern varies by shipment
- Same cup that traps the shavings
- 2 emery finishing pads in the box
Designer Series, zebra print
4.0 · 12 ratings$23.52 at our retail partner
- Zebra print shell, known in advance
- Same egg shape and blade plate
- Built-in cup traps the shavings
Side by side
The three eggs, line by line
Same grip, same idea: blades on top, a cup for the shavings underneath. What actually differs between the three sits in this table, and every line comes off the live listings.
| PedEgg Classic | Designer Series, assorted print | Designer Series, zebra print | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price at our retail partner | $9.19 | $22.25 | $23.52 |
| What owners rated it | 4.6 out of 5 · 9,613 ratings | 4.5 out of 5 · 3,493 ratings | 4.0 out of 5 · 12 ratings |
| The shell | White, the original | Printed, pattern varies by shipment | Zebra print, known before it ships |
| The blade plate | 135 surgical stainless steel micro-blades | Precision micro-files, same egg shape | Same blade plate as the Classic |
| In the box | File plus 2 emery finishing pads | File plus 2 emery finishing pads | The file on its own, listed as 1 each |
| On their shelf right now | In stock | Limited stock | In stock |
| Where to take it | Read the page | Read the page | Read the page |
How the egg works
We built the PedEgg around a simple mechanical design. It removes dry dead skin from your feet and keeps the mess inside the tool until you empty it into the bin.
Micro-blade surface
The filing plate holds 135 stainless steel micro-blades. They shave away dry, dead skin as you slide the file across your foot.
Internal capture cup
A hollow chamber sits directly behind the blade plate. It traps the skin shavings inside the file so nothing falls onto the floor.
Contoured egg shape
Our curved shell rests inside your palm. The shape gives you a firm grip and control over the angle of the blade against your heel.
Emery finishing pads
Two adhesive emery pads come in the pack. Stick one to the base to buff the skin smooth after using the metal blade.
Match your feet to the file
PedEgg works on dry skin to scrape away dead build-up and catch the mess inside the cup. Choose the foot concern below to see what filing can do and what requires a clinician.
Thick patches of dead skin build up on heels and balls of feet from friction. Our stainless steel micro-blades shave that dry layer down without scattering shavings on the floor. Only use the file on dry skin. If a callus hurts or goes deep, do not file it. See a clinician instead.
Read the guide: Can a foot file make your feet worse?
The Classic has 135 micro-blades to reduce thick dry build-up quickly.
Dry skin around the rim of the heel can split. A file only tidies the dry surface edges around closed splits. It does not heal or close splits. Deep, open, bleeding, or painful cracks belong to a clinician. Anyone with diabetes or fragile skin must ask a clinician before filing.
Read the guide: Managing rough heels with a dry file
The Classic includes 2 emery pads to smooth dry edges around heels.
Everyday friction leaves dry patches on heels and toes. The egg shape sits in your palm so you can run the blades across dry spots. Shavings collect inside the cup until you empty them into the bin. Finish with an emery pad to smooth the remaining dry texture.
Read the guide: How dry skin files and why it matters
Our Designer Series zebra print handles dry skin with a printed shell.
The PedEgg family
We make the egg-shaped file in several variations. Our retail partner currently carries the Classic and select Designer Series prints. Other models listed below are not sold through our retail partner.
- See this file
PedEgg Classic
Our original white model with 135 micro-blades, a collection cup, and 2 emery finishing pads.
- See this file
PedEgg Designer Series
Patterned shells on our standard dry-skin file, including zebra print. Selection varies by shipment.
- Not at our retail partner
PedEgg Power
Motorised roller version for dry heels. This electric model is not sold with our retail partner.
- Not at our retail partner
PedEgg Professional
Wider filing plate built for tough dead skin. This version is not sold with our retail partner.
- Not at our retail partner
PedEgg Easy Curve
Curved handle design to reach heels easily. This variation is not sold with our retail partner.
- Not at our retail partner
PedEgg Jumbo
Larger collection cup and wider surface. This oversize file is not sold with our retail partner.
- Not at our retail partner
PedEgg Bare Nails
Nail care device with buffing heads. This manicure tool is not sold with our retail partner.
What buyers write about PedEgg
These quotes come from the 9,613 ratings left on our retail partner listing for the Classic. Buyers use the file on dry heels and empty the shavings straight into the trash.
Surpassed expectations
“This surpassed expectations. I didn't expect much since I used to see it on infomercials but this thing helped get my dry skin gone and knocked out those tough calloused heels and padding on my feet. Easy to read care instructions too.”
Nothing else works
“I have terribly dry cracked heels. I had forgotten about the ped egg which used to be my holy grail for dry heels maybe 15 years ago. I recently bought electric files, a glass file, another steel file.”
Corn be gone
“It works great for my husband feet too who is a farmer and has a lot of tough skin.”
Questions asked at the bathroom sink
How often should I use the file on my heels?
Once or twice a week is enough for most heels. Stop as soon as the dry layer comes off. Filing too often or pressing hard down on the same spot is unnecessary. Light passes keep dead skin down without irritating the heel.
Why does the file work on dry feet instead of wet skin?
Damp skin drags, rolls, and tears where dry skin files clean. The 135 micro-blades need dry, firm skin so they can shave off the rough top layer evenly. Always use the file on completely dry heels before you wash or shower.
How long do the blades stay sharp, and what does dull feel like?
Dull shows up as more passes bringing back less powder. When the 135 stainless steel blades stop biting, the file skips across the skin or needs extra pressure to collect shavings. If you have to push down hard, it is time for a new file, because pressing harder is how heels get sore.
Can filing make skin worse, and how do I avoid that?
Over-filing can leave heels raw and tender. Use light, straight strokes across the heel without pressing down. Check the skin with your fingers as you go, and stop once the surface feels smooth to keep the fresh skin underneath protected.
What is the built-in cup and how do I empty it?
The base of the egg collects shavings as you work across the foot. When you finish filing, pull the top shell away from the blade plate over a trash can. Tap the shavings straight into the bin so your bathroom floor stays clean.
Can I use the file if I have diabetes or fragile skin?
Ask a clinician before filing at all. Anyone with diabetes, poor blood flow, numbness in the feet, or fragile skin should never use micro-blades without medical guidance. Cracked heels and painful spots also belong to a doctor.
The story behind the egg
PedEgg went on sale in 2007 through national TV spots. The idea was simple and solved a basic problem. Most foot files left dead skin on the bathroom floor. We shaped our file like an egg to fit the palm and built a collection cup directly behind the filing surface. The cup traps the shavings as you file dry skin. When you finish, you pull the cap off and empty it straight into the bin.
Today, BulbHead makes the PedEgg in Fairfield, New Jersey. The core design has barely changed since 2007 because the mechanical principle remains the same. A curved surface holding 135 stainless steel micro-blades removes dry dead skin without motors, cords, or replacement blades. We added printed shells to our Designer Series, but the egg shape and the built-in collection cup work just as they did on day one.
How to file dry skin
Read our short guides on using the 135 micro-blades on dry heels. Learn how to empty the built-in cup, use the 2 emery pads, and care for the tool.
How dry skin files and why it matters
Learn why dry skin files cleaner than wet skin, how the micro-blades shave dead tissue into the cup, and when to stop a session.
Read this noteCan a foot file make your feet worse?
Filing feet too hard can make skin grow back thicker. Learn the stop signals, proper pressure, and when to leave foot care to a clinician.
Read this noteHow to tell when your foot file is dull
Learn the signs of dull stainless steel micro-blades, why pressing harder is a mistake, and how to tell when your PedEgg needs to be replaced.
Read this noteManaging rough heels with a dry file
Learn the routine for dry, rough heels, how our file works, and when cracked skin or diabetes means you should see a clinician instead.
Read this note