For the safest results, Rich advises getting your gel manicure at a reputable, licensed salon. “In the home, it’s not as controlled,” she says. “There’s a potential for more overuse and damage, and ...

A recent European Union ban on a key ingredient in gel nail polish has raised safety worries over a popular mani-pedi trend.

The glossy, long-lasting finish of gel polish has made it a staple in many beauty routines. However, beneath that perfect exterior lies a concerning reality: repeated gel manicures can take a serious ...

Gel nail polish is great, so long as you don't leave it on too long. Fact checked by Isaac Winter Gel polish is generally considered harmless, but parts of the manicure, including removal, can be ...

California researchers found that the use of these UV-emitting devices for just one 20-minute session caused the death of 20% to 30% of cells. The ultraviolet (UV) nail-polish drying devices used to ...

While looking for ways to cut spending on luxuries, consumers have embraced DIY beauty during the cost-of-living crisis. A Currys survey of beauty search terms found that ‘how to do gel nails at home’ ...

Getting your nails done may be an instant mood-lifter, but regular salon trips can quickly dent your bank balance. The solution? Hone your DIY skills, so you can chop and change your colour when the ...

Once upon a time I believed that gel manicures were the exclusive jurisdiction of professional nail technicians. Some poking around on Amazon later, I was proven wrong: Everyone can do a gel manicure ...