Nail Education

DND vs OPI gel polish compared: HEMA-free status, wear, color range, application and price. A licensed nail tech's take on which brand to stock.

Is DND HEMA-free? Explore the new HEMA & TPO Free Collection — 288 gel-and-lacquer duos, 8 shade boards, wear, application, pros and cons.

Step-by-step tutorial for jelly nails with gel polish, the sheer glass-like trend built for home-studio pros. 6-step chairside workflow, common mistakes and fixes, and the studio starter kit.

Non-acetone nail polish removers are a real option, but they are not a universal upgrade over acetone. The right choice depends on what kind of polish you wear, how often...

Choosing acrylic powder and liquid monomer separately leaves nail technicians and at-home creators with hundreds of decisions: which brand, which formula, which ratio, and whether the powder and liquid will...

Nail psoriasis affects up to 50% of people with skin psoriasis, and roughly 80 to 90 percent will experience some nail involvement during their lifetime, according to the National Psoriasis...

Key Takeaways Nail growth starts at the matrix. Hydrated cuticles produce stronger new nail. Cuticle oil twice daily is the single highest-ROI step. Strengthener seals existing weak nails. While you...

Key Takeaways Short answer: no, Vitamin A alone is not the secret. Vitamin A supports nail cell turnover but biotin (B7), iron, zinc, and protein matter more for visible nail...

Ridges are a common problem for nail enthusiasts. Those little undulations on the nail surface...