I was asked to make a tumbler to mimic a speckled epoxy garage floor, so I recreated it with paint splatter - maybe next time I'll use the "man glitter" flakes. Maybe a matte finish would look good on ...

Dip powder manicures last up to five weeks and strengthen nails, but can have contamination risks if not applied safely. Gel nail polish lasts two to three weeks and provides a greater variety of ...

Clubbed nails have a distinctive curvature and softness. This nail change can be harmless, but it may be a sign of lung or heart disease. Seeking medical care if your nails change shape or become ...

Upgrading from a hammer to a nail gun is a matter of speed. The quick, forceful jolt of a cordless nail gun joins wood much faster than hitting in a nail by hand. These battery-powered tools can fire ...

As a chronic nail biter (gross, I know), I’ve tried every type of manicure out there to help heal my nails and quit my habit. From acrylics and tips to builder gel and dip powder, my nails have ...

Treating yourself to a great manicure can be one of the easiest acts of self-care you can gift yourself — that is, unless you’re like me and can’t stand the smell of polish remover, get riddled with ...

Kara Jillian Brown is the beauty editor of InStyle. She began her career at Well+Good, where she spent five years evolving from editorial intern to news writer to beauty writer. She earned a ...

Ask any of my friends, and they’ll tell you I always have my nails done. Sure, maybe it’s because I’m a beauty editor, but I’ve been a manicure girlie since I was a little kid. As much as I love the ...

Rebecca R. Norris is a full-time writer living in the DC metro area. She writes for InStyle covering everything from beauty and wellness to style and celebrity news. Sometimes, subtlety is the name of ...