The answer is more complicated than you think. (Photo: Martin Novak via Getty Images) A perfect manicure is a beautiful thing, and if you’re getting it done at the salon you want it to last as long as ...

Dip powder manicures last up to five weeks and strengthen nails, but can have contamination risks if not applied safely. Gel nail polish lasts two to three weeks and provides a greater variety of ...

Artificial nails and nail enhancements are nothing new—they’ve been around for decades as a way to make nails look longer, thicker and stronger. From acrylics to dip powder nails, there have been many ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? POV: You’ve been getting the same salon manicure every few weeks since ...

After endlessly complaining to my best friend about my stubby, nail glue-encrusted finger tips (TYSM, press-on nails), she begged me to try dip powder nails – i.e., the nail technique virtually ...

Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: From extensions to gel, here are five beginner-friendly nail kits that will give you salon-worthy results. Polygel is a nail enhancement that is cured ...

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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 ...

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If too many gel manis ruined your nails, raise your hand. 🙋 ...

A perfect manicure is a beautiful thing, and if you’re getting it done at the salon you want it to last as long as possible. Cue powder gel manicures, which have become an increasingly popular option, ...