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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

Anyone who’s accidentally smudged or chipped a freshly painted nail understands the allure of the gel manicure. The procedure, in which gel polish is applied and then cured unde ...

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 ...

I have become an incredibly lazy beauty lover. The pandemic hasn’t done the downward trend any favors. Even getting my hair done is a chore, even though I love the outcome. Suffice it to say, nails ...

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 ...

Press-on nails are replacing polish, thanks to strong staying power, a realistic look and endless shapes, colours and designs ...

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 ...