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 ...

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I can't live without them. A builder gel manicure uses a thick type of gel polish for a rock-solid manicure. Because builder gel cures to a strong and hard finish, it helps to prevent nail breakage.

Chipping pristine polish is annoying enough, but when you break a nail it’s another level of frustration. That’s where Olive & June’s Builder Gel System comes in. The best part about their latest ...

I get manicures every month, and I prefer structured nails when I don't do extensions. I spent $110 on a structured Gel-X set, which included soft builder gel, nail art, and cuticle oil. I liked the ...

When I was in high school, I was frequently sent to the principal's office. I wasn't a troublemaker, but my school had a strict policy on nail polish — and I broke it all the time. I've gotten ...

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 ...

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For most of 2024, I tested several different types of manicures, from Japanese and Russian to intricately painted press-ons and at-home gel. By the end of the year, I was thrilled to be going back to ...