Reviewed by Evelyn Lim Fact checked by Lisa Sullivan While gel polish and acrylic extensions have had their time in the ...

If you love watching nail tutorials on Instagram, chances are you've scrolled past a video of a dip-powder manicure. It looks like a magical dust that transforms into an even coat of paint. But it's ...

Dip powder manicures last up to five weeks and strengthen nails, but can have contamination risks if not applied safely. Gel nail polish lasts two to three weeks and provides a greater variety of ...

Within the last two decades, gel manicures and acrylic manicures have been rising in popularity because they can last up to two weeks. But there is another type of manicure worth knowing about before ...

After endlessly complaining to my best friend about my stubby, nail glue-encrusted finger tips (TYSM, press-on nails), she begged me to try dip powder nails – i.e., the nail technique virtually ...

Ask yourself this: when was the last time you painted your own nails and the results didn't look subpar or the polish didn't chip immediately? And if you're someone who prefers the long-lasting shine ...

Getting a long-lasting manicure usually means a trip to the salon, but the best nail dipping powder kits can help you DIY a durable, cost-effective manicure at home. Dip powder is trending among nail ...

We tapped nail experts for the answers. Pia Velasco is a New York-based beauty reporter with over 10 years in the industry. She joined InStyle as Senior Beauty Editor in 2021. There are few things we ...