While some people are blessed with long, strong nails, the rest of us like to reinforce our fingertips whenever we get a manicure. Usually, that means applying gel polish or acrylics for a little ...

There’s a new acronym shaking up the beauty scene, and no, it’s not the latest skincare serum or fitness craze. Everyone is talking about BIAB, short for Builder in a Bottle. If you’ve been scrolling ...

Don't miss out on the headlines from Lifestyle. Followed categories will be added to My News. It’s an unfortunate truth that some people are born with beautiful, strong nails, others are cursed with ...

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Nothing makes you feel quite as polished as a shiny, perfect, fresh-from-the-salon manicure. But what about a manicure that stays glossy and chip-free for up to a month and let even weak, bendy nails ...

Apparently it’s better for your nails than gel or SNS. Have you been seeing BIAB manicures all over your TikTok ‘For You Page’? You’re not alone. Loved for its ability to deliver a long-lasting, shiny ...

Gel, acrylics, and shellac, step aside. If you struggle with weak nails that are prone to breakage and don’t seem to want to grow out, trying BIAB nails might just transform your nail care routine.

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 ...

There was once a compromise that came with getting regular manicures, which meant that brittleness, a weakened nail bed and potential damage was often the price to pay for a set of ultra-shiny gels.

Whether you’re a loyal salon-goer or a DIY mani addict, chances are you’ve heard of BIAB (Builder In A Bottle) and gel polish: two of the most talked-about nail options right now. With so many trends ...

After having gel and acrylic nails for numerous years, at the beginning of 2024 I decided to try builder gel, also known as BIAB, and I'd never go back. After having gel and acrylic nails for numerous ...