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The service menu at a nail salon is bursting with options, and if you don't know what each one is, it can be hard to decide the right manicure type for you. BIAB nails, for example, or structred nails ...

Builder gels are increasingly popular as they have become indispensable for those with fragile nails needing extra strength alongside their gel manicures. A quick explainer on builder gels: the most ...

While some people are blessed with long, strong nails, the rest of us like to reinforce our fingertips whenever we get a manicure. Usually, that means applying gel polish or acrylics for a little ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. "Builder gel is basically an extra layer of protection for your nails," says New York-based ...

Being right-handed, my nails on that side naturally go through more, and it's always the side that lets me down. One nail will break, and then I have to cut them all off and go short *sigh*. Recently, ...

To find out, I spoke with a professional nail technician, who broke down exactly what BIAB is, how it works, and what to look out for. If you’ve been on nail insta lately, you’ve probably seen “BIAB” ...

Stuck for festive nail ideas? Our beauty team already have their December manicures sorted, and they're the perfect blend of timeless and trendy ...

From dainty polka dots to moody berry tones, these are the classy looks to adorn your nails with this December ...