I first stumbled across hard gel manicures when I was in Italy last September for a friend’s wedding. Mere hours before, my gel manicure had reached a peeling point and I’d indulged the urge to polish ...

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 ...

While long, elegant nails are a goal for many, the reality of growing them is easier said than done. That's why gel extension manicures have risen in popularity for PS editors and nail aficionados ...

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. It can also be used to ...

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Following is a transcript of the video. Narrator: From extensions to gel, here are five beginner-friendly nail kits that will give you salon-worthy results. Polygel is a nail enhancement that is cured ...

Acrylic nails are a great option for those seeking length and durability. While some other nail extensions may offer a softer ...

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 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. After a year of DIY everything, many people have been racing back to their salons for some professional pampering. (My first ...