I live for a shiny manicure that is chip-free. Like many people, I rely on gel manicures to ensure I keep my nails looking flawless for days on end, but it comes at a cost. My nails are so weak and ...

What's more startling than a horror movie jump scare? Not much, TBH, but one experience that does top it is the unexpected pain of a heat spike mid manicure. Aka, that burning sensation you feel when ...

For the safest results, Rich advises getting your gel manicure at a reputable, licensed salon. “In the home, it’s not as controlled,” she says. “There’s a potential for more overuse and damage, and ...

In 2026, the nail industry continues to evolve at a rapid pace, and one trend worth noting among professionals is the widespread adoption of self-leveling gel polishes. These formulas have become ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Gel extensions, quite simply, are used to lengthen the nails. What ...

If you're anything like us, you probably go into autopilot during your nail appointments and mostly catch up on surface-level topics with your nail technician. But they're actually a wealth of ...

Acrylic nails have long had a reputation. They are glamorous, long-lasting, but notorious for making your natural nails thin, ...

Whether the polish is starting to chip or you’re sick of the color, sometimes you must get rid of your manicure. But if you got gel nails, taking it off is a little more intensive than wiping with ...

When discussing anything to do with manicures, nails and polishes in my role as a beauty editor, there's one thing that I hear – and am asked about – over and over again: builder gel. Builder gel ...

Spring is mani-pedi season. Whether you’re opting for micro-French tips or dainty nail designs, your nail appointment is arguably the most important date of the week. And once the detailed flowers on ...

What’s more startling than a horror movie jump scare? Not much, TBH, but one experience that does top it is the unexpected pain of a heat spike mid manicure. Aka that burning sensation you feel when ...