'Japanese gel nails' are trending for summer 2026 – and they can last for up to 3 weeks

Japanese gel nails are about to be the biggest beauty trend of 2026. I tested it and asked two nail techs what it is, how it ...
Yahoo

I've tried almost every type of manicure on the market. From structured gel to press-ons, here's how I'd rank them from worst to best.

In the past year, I've gotten a variety of different types of manicures. I wasn't blown away by my structured gel manicure, despite the fact it lasted four weeks. I was surprised by how well my ...
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From Gel to Acrylic, Here’s Your Official Guide to Every Type of Manicure

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Cosmopolitan

Debating Dip or Gel Nails? Read This Before You Decide

I know manicures are supposed to feel restorative and fall into the self-care category, but I can’t lie—it can be one of the more stressful champagne problems of my week. Between committing to a ...
Time

Are Gel Manicures Safe? Experts Explain the Risks

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7 nail extension types explained before your next salon visit

Walking into a nail salon should feel exciting. Yet for many people, it becomes confusing the moment they hear terms like ...
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BIAB, Gel, Acrylic? The Pros and Cons of Every Manicure Type, Explained by a Celebrity Nail Artist

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." along with a cute color and trendy design is hard enough—but then you’re handed a menu of manicure types ...
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I tried 4 different types of manicures in search of the GOAT. Here is my honest review.

manicuresShellac/Gel. Acrylic. SNS. BIAB. There are more options for your fingernails than ever before. And just when you think you've found the best/safest/most durable/prettiest system that works ...
The New York Times

Why This Rainbow Gel Manicure (With Chrome!) Costs $255

Want a manicure that may last up to a month and can be removed in around 15 minutes? Enter soft gel nail extensions. At Vanity Projects, a Lower East Side salon, these nails with this design cost $255 ...