Polygel nails are a cross between acrylic and gel nails. The nails are durable, long-lasting, and yet still flexible.

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In recent years, soft gel nails have grown in popularity—so much so that even Tom Bachik, Jennifer Lopez’s go-to nail expert, relies on them to create the star’s natural-looking nails. If you’re a fan ...

Gel nails are made by applying a gel-based polish that hardens under UV or LED light. They have a glossy, natural finish and are popular for their flexibility. Benefits of gel nails: Natural ...

Celebrity-endorsed gel and acrylic manicures, while glamorous, may increase skin cancer risk due to UVA light exposure used ...

I'm a big fan of at-home manicures — DIY gel, regular polish, and even press-on nails. The first two varieties are not so surprising (who doesn't love an affordable at-home gel mani?) but the last one ...

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 ...