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 ...

Nails are an important part of my personal self-care routine — and like lots of others, I feel my most put together when I have clean cuticles and a fresh set. Though I typically prefer to have my ...

A gel manicure is great for a long-lasting look that can go days without chipping. The only issue is that getting gel manicures consistently may cause your nails to chip and peel. Researchers at the ...

If you really struggle with peeling but you feel like you’ve done everything right, try using a builder gel, which is also ...

Certain chemicals in gel polish, such as acrylates, can cause skin reactions. “Sometimes people develop allergic contact ...

Which fall gel nails are best? Besides mainstays of fall fashion like boots and scarves, there’s one more essential accessory worth adding to your seasonal look: fall gel nails. Fall gel nails embrace ...

Once upon a time I believed that gel manicures were the exclusive jurisdiction of professional nail technicians. Some poking around on Amazon later, I was proven wrong: Everyone can do a gel manicure ...

Experts weigh in on the banned ingredient used in some polishes and what to consider if you regularly get gel manicures.