Opting for gel over regular polish is a common practice for nail enthusiasts looking to give their manicures extra staying power. Gel formulas are also commonly preferred at home and at the salon, as ...

Chipping pristine polish is annoying enough, but when you break a nail it’s another level of frustration. That’s where Olive & June’s Builder Gel System comes in. The best part about their latest ...

A builder gel manicure uses a thick type of gel polish for a rock-solid manicure. Because builder gel cures to a strong and hard finish, it helps to prevent nail breakage. It can also be used to ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Gel extensions, quite simply, are used to lengthen the nails. What ...

If you get your nails done regularly, you'll almost certainly have heard of 'builder gel' manicures. Often also referred to generally as 'BIAB' (incorrectly – BIAB is the name of the builder gel from ...

Strong, natural nails is where it’s at – and using builder gel can help give you your best yet, but what exactly is BIAB and how does it work? And while there was a time when the secret to those ...

BIAB nails (or builder gel nails) are growing in popularity. Here’s what you need to know before booking in for an appointment (and how they compare to shellac). BIAB (pronounced by-abb) stands for ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. When I was in high school, I was frequently sent to the principal's office. I wasn't a troublemaker, ...

It can be hard to tell but there are differences between the three. Gel nail polish was developed by CND under the brand name Shellac and is a liquid polish that is cured (basically hardened) under a ...

From the luxurious manicures you get at a chic salon to the increasingly intricate DIY sets created at home, it’s clear that the world of nail art is ever-evolving. And as the years go by, countless ...