Key Takeaways If you're looking for a long-lasting manicure that protects your natural nails while offering design ...

The latter isn't a new technique, per se, but despite the popularity of gel polish, it's still pretty obscure. So what the hell are gel extensions and what's the difference between gels, gel ...

In the past year, I've gotten a variety of different types of manicures. I wasn't blown away by my structured gel manicure, despite the fact it lasted four weeks. I was surprised by how well my ...

I get professional manicures every month and prioritize nail health and longevity. I paid over $300 for a Russian hard-gel extension manicure at Say-It Nails in New York City. Russian manicures ...

Gel extension manicures are a gentler alternative to acrylic extensions. They last two to four weeks, and soak off like a regular gel manicure. The most popular type of gel manicures is the Apres ...

Medium-length almond is my preferred nail length and shape. It's long enough to give me ample space for designs without being so long that they feel obtrusive. I tried to maintain this look on my ...

Hard gel, the more durable of the two, is also the most common type of gel used for extensions, but takes a little more work to remove. "Structure gel can be easily soaked off and is good for people ...