If you’ve tried gel nail polish, then you probably know it’s incredibly durable. With its high-shine and long-lasting color, gel manicures are a popular alternative to traditional nail polish. Despite ...

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. We’ve all been there: Your gel manicure has been on for weeks and you ...

I’ll admit, I used to be guilty of peeling off my gel nails the second they started lifting. While it seemed like a convenient solution at the time, the aftermath told a different story—thin, brittle ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. However, as with many things that seem too good to be true, there are a few caveats ...

One of my worst habits—and trust me, I have quite a few—is picking off my gel nail polish. I know I could risk having my beauty editor card revoked for revealing this truth, but I am not one to lie. I ...

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 ...

The first nail polishes were made in China as far back as the year 3000 BC. They were made from natural materials like beeswax, egg whites, and vegetable dyes. In the early 1920s, chemists developed ...

Gel polish manicures might sound like a dream come true, but removing them without destroying your nails can quickly turn into a nightmare. Luckily there are ways to remove gel nail polish at home ...

I love getting my nails done as much as the next person—from a structured gel mani to the TikTok-famous Russian manicure, I'm down to try anything. That's the fun part. The not-so-fun part? Depending ...