Dip powder isn’t necessarily “good” for your nails (because no nail technique—other than having bare nails—truly is), but they shouldn't create any long-term damage either, so long as your technician ...

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 ...

If you think of your nails like mini works of art or canvases for color, then you know fresh tips can add that finishing touch—literally—to your beauty or self-care routine. Manicure options run the ...

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 ...

As a beauty writer and avowed girly girl, it’s pretty weird to say I’m bored by manicures. But it’s true. While I love having neat and pretty nails, I hate the process of sitting under the dryer and ...

If you’re looking to score a stunning manicure that lasts up to four weeks without fading or chipping, dip powder nails—also dubbed SNS nails—have you covered. As the name suggests, dip powder nails ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. The dip powder manicure process is fairly simple. Every nail technician might have ...