When I walk out of the salon with a fresh set of acrylic nails and one of this year's hottest manicure trends (or a fun summer nail color), I instantly feel put together for the next three weeks. That ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." If you've had acrylic nails, you're likely aware of the number-one cardinal rule: If you're going to ...

Even so, life happens, and there are times when you want your naked nails back, like, yesterday. Celebrity manicurist and educator Julie Kandalec says it’s definitely possible to safely remove your ...

If you’ve ever gotten acrylic nails, you’re familiar with the guilt that comes when you impulsively rip them off. Whether you didn’t want to pay a professional to remove them or if they unexpectedly ...

Getting fresh acrylic nails feels like a treat. But the not-so-fun part? The removal process. Seeing a pro can take time and money, but picking them off yourself can lead to serious damage to your ...

You can remove acrylic nails by filing them down and placing an acetone-soaked cotton ball on them. Then, wrap your fingers and the cotton ball in tinfoil and wait 10 minutes for them to loosen. Once ...

It all started with a Google Doc, which outlined the products she uses to keep her skin clear. Rio now writes about beauty products for us full-time. She’s not a professional, she’s just crazy. Last ...

Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us? The truth is, most experts would probably prefer you head to the salon to get ...

Yes, removing your acrylic nails is tedious. But you’ve probably got some time on your hands. By Crystal Martin For many of us, at-home gel removal is unexplored territory. To help you navigate the ...

Improper removal can strip layers from your natural nail, leading to pain, weakness, breakage, or even infection. Getting your nails done is plain old fun, whether it’s a regular part of your ...