Sticker nail forms and reusable dual forms are both popular options for long-lasting gel manicures. Sticker forms temporarily sit under the nail, allowing you to build and sculpt nail extensions using ...

Insider's Caroline Aghajanian visited Nails Paradise in Los Angeles to learn about some of the different nail techniques they offer and picked four of the most popular to try. She wore sculptured ...

Gel nails use special polish that is “photocured” with a UV or light-emitting diode (LED) lamp. Over time, repeated gel manicures can damage nails, and some people are sensitive to the chemicals in ...

I live in the Bronx—a part of New York City where bold nails are absolutely everything. I'm talking rhinestones, unique shapes, street-art inspired designs, everything. And while I love and admire a ...

From the luxurious manicures you get at a chic salon to the increasingly intricate DIY sets created at home, it’s clear that the world of nail art is ever-evolving. And as the years go by, countless ...

Gel polish manicures and nail extensions get a bad rep when it comes to nail damage, but there could be another reason your ...

TPO is an ingredient that helps gel polishes harden. It has been banned in the EU (the European Union). It’s still found in some gel polishes in Canada. Experts say that its toxicity depends on how ...

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 ...