“Additionally, many who are inexperienced can often overfile when removing, which can damage the nail plate or, worse, rip or peel the gel off! This will take layers of your nail plate off and ...

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 ...

This isn't necessarily a bad thing—I want my nails to grow!—but it doesn't look cute, I'd say. I would definitely get Japanese gel again for how healthy it kept my nails. I cannot believe how ...

“Pink comes in such a wide range of shades, from soft nudes to bold, vibrant hues,” says Daisy Kalnina, founder of The ...

By the end of the year, I was thrilled to be going back to basics with my go-to Chicago nail tech. For this appointment, I opted for a $110 structured gel manicure with some added artistic flair.

Mabelyn Alva, creative director of Paintbox nails, also adds that a high-gloss clear coat is key. "The best way to get this super glossy look is applying base coat and then a gel-like topcoat ...

Last year, using clear medium viscosity gel to draw water marks on the nails was popular. This year, she predicts chrome over gel to have a moment. “I’ve seen many techs use 3D gel to make ...

Rebecca R. Norris is a full-time writer living in the DC metro area. She writes for InStyle covering everything from beauty and wellness to style and celebrity news.

Less damaging alternatives to acrylic nails include gel nail extensions and dip powder. For nail pain caused by most hangnails, physical injuries, and nail biting, the best treatment is to leave ...

If your Valentine’s Day plans involve going out and dancing, these super fun “bubblegum disco” nails are the perfect fit. Bachik uses the bright pink Apres Nail gel color in Sweet Cheeks as ...