When it comes to feeling instantly put together and polished (pardon the pun) having Shellac nails or gel nails is a sure-fire winner. Neither chip and look incredibly slick, and whether you're ...

What's worse: waiting forever for your gel nails to soak off, or waiting forever for paint to (literally) dry with a regular manicure? Yeah, I don't know either. But what if I told you that you don't ...

Gel, acrylic and shellac manicures can leave nails brittle and bone dry. But with a bit of time and care, they will recover The Guardian’s journalism is independent. We will earn a commission if you ...

While the nail salon is supposed to be a relaxing place, sometimes it can be just the opposite, as you're faced with what can feel like an impossible decision: what type of gel nail polish to choose.

Nail literacy for all.

If you can’t stand a chipped manicure, you’re probably already well-versed in the world of Shellac, gel and SNS nails. But there’s a new ‘semi-hard’ nail technique in town that’s a must-try for those ...

BIAB nails (or builder gel nails) are gaining popularity. Here's everything you need to know about nail growth and how it's different from regular gel.