Nails have been a core part of my aesthetic for as long as I can remember. As someone whose style tends to be androgynous (I even had a shaved head for a couple of years), I rely on my talons to bring ...

Everyone's talking about BIAB nails, which claim to be a healthier and longer-lasting alternative to gels. So, I tested this 'builder manicure' to see what it involves and whether it's right for you.

If you’ve been on nail insta lately, you’ve probably seen “BIAB” manicures taking over. The name stands for Builder In A Bottle, and it’s being called the perfect middle ground between gel polish and ...

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There was once a compromise that came with getting regular manicures, which meant that brittleness, a weakened nail bed and potential damage was often the price to pay for a set of ultra-shiny gels.

Welcome to Face Value, a monthly column where we put Dallas’ most-hyped beauty and wellness trends to the test. Dallas has come far from the glory days of $25 nail sets and $15 fills. No kids, that’s ...

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." The cortisol spike I get when I walk into a nail salon is borderline alarming. Selecting my nail shape ...

For years, despite writing about beauty for a living, my nails were permanently neglected. I’d occasionally get a gel manicure for a wedding or a work trip, but because my schedule was often – shall ...

Got weak, bendy nails? Can’t get your polish to last more than a day without chipping? Same. So when I heard about the new Hard BIAB – a tougher, even longer-lasting version promising chip-free, ...