But I've also always been aware of the grim stories that can come with getting acrylic nails, so have long shied away from the salon and getting an I-have-my-life-together mani. Until one day I ju ...

Acrylic nails used to have a reputation for being ultra-long, but today manicurists are making them in shorter lengths that are just as flattering for fingers and hands. Natural-looking ...

Gel vs. Acrylic: What’s the Difference? Application Both acrylic and gel manicures require ample time to achieve. Martinez says you should allow at least 30 to 45 minutes for a basic gel polish ...

Artificial nails can lengthen short nails, making your fingers look long and slender. They can also be hard on your nails. To get acrylic nails (a type of artificial nail) to stick, the surface of ...