It was a relief when gel manicures came onto the scene. We could finally enjoy our painted nails for more than a mere week and not have to worry about our polish chipping prematurely. But what ...

While you’ll always find gel polish options at your local nail salon, similar formulas are also available for those who prefer to pain their nails at home. After 30 to 60 seconds under a UV lamp, your ...

Will gel manicures ruin my nails? Nope. Gel manicures don't have to wreak havoc on your hands. Just take some smart precautions. Only soak your fingertips in acetone, not your whole hand.

If you want to use the clear or white shade then the nail tech will opt for the brand's rubber base, which is cured like a normal gel base on a low heat mode. This is the step where things start ...

Which is where BIAB came in. My nail tech explained it was a thicker gel that encouraged nail strength and growth, AKA just what I needed. Not that I gave its benefits much thought—as long as I ...

Aka, that burning sensation you feel when curing your nails under a UV lamp *war flashbacks*. Chances are, if you're reading this, you, too, have been silenced (cc. Oprah) by the pain of a gel nail ...

BIAB nails (or builder gel nails) are growing in popularity. Here’s what you need to know before booking in for an appointment… If you’re a gel or shellac manicure loyalist, chances are you ...

Strong, natural nails is where it’s at – and using builder gel can help give you your best yet, but what exactly is BIAB and how does it work? And while there was a time when the secret to ...