There’s been a popular, new type of artificial nails that have been making their way into the manicure world recently: Gel-X nails. This type of manicure is a cross between acrylics and gel. It gives ...

For my November wedding, however, I wanted to go the extra mile. I didn't want to reinvent the wheel exactly (I aimed to look ...

If you’ve ever gotten a manicure, chances are you’re familiar with gel nails. As one of the most popular manicure options, gel nails are commonly offered at salons as a long-lasting, chip-free ...

Both acrylic and gel manicures require ample time to achieve. Martinez says you should allow at least 30 to 45 minutes for a basic gel polish manicure and 60 minutes to three hours for hard gel ...

Elise Minton Tabin is an award-winning beauty journalist, editor, and expert with more than 16 years of experience. I remember the first time my mom took me to get a manicure. I was about eight years ...

In addition to your at-home nail health routine, “invest in a great nail technician,” Smith says. Booking with a professional technician means avoiding issues like over-drilling and -cutting ...

If you bite your nails, applying fake nails over them can be a great way to deter yourself from biting, protect your nails so they can grow underneath, and give you a new look — all at the same time.

For some, artificial nails are so much more than a manicure style — they’re an outlet for self-expression. That said, if not maintained correctly, acrylic or gel tips can weaken and damage the real ...