Everyone's talking about BIAB nails, which claim to be a healthier and longer-lasting alternative to gels. So, I tested this 'builder manicure' to see what it involves and whether it's right for you.

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.

Ahead, 8 fresh BIAB manicure trends to add to your summer rotation... Ask your nail tech to use a fine liner brush to create ...

The service menu at a nail salon is bursting with options, and if you don't know what each one is, it can be hard to decide the right manicure type for you. BIAB nails, for example, or structred nails ...

Nails have been a core part of my aesthetic for as long as I can remember. As someone whose style tends to be androgynous (I even had a shaved head for a couple of years), I rely on my talons to bring ...

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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 ...

BIAB - or builder gel - has quickly exploded on the beauty scene, superseding the more traditional manicures for the promise of its strengthening, longer-lasting results. The timing of its popularity ...

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