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 ...

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 ...

Dip powder nails are created using a technique where you – or your nail technician – apply a coloured powder to the nails, building up a rich, opaque finish. The method gets its name from the at-home ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Gel nail polish has become a manicure staple in the last decade, ...

If you were to create a wishlist for your ideal yet simple manicure, we imagine it would look a little like this: vibrant color, long-lasting staying power, chip-resistant, and gentle on the nail beds ...

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Gel polish is generally considered harmless, but parts of the manicure, including removal, can be rough on nails. Switch out your gel manicure every three weeks, and if there's damage, keep the polish ...

So, I set out to try it for myself. While the process took nearly an hour and half (after the dipping, there is a good amount of filing and buffing involved), I was immediately impressed. The colour ...