But most nail-strengthening products on the market only work superficially, “like a landlord…painting over damage,” says Epres founder and doctor of materials science Eric Pressly. Pressley cofounded ...

As someone who has been getting gel manicures every two weeks for the past 10 years, it's been an interesting month. In case you missed it: the European Union issued a ban on trimethylbenzoyl ...

The EU has banned gel nail polishes that contain TPO (trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide) after it was reclassified based on animal data suggesting potential risks,” explains Ashley Magovern, MD ...

Nail polish has been around for a long time, but new formulas and techniques have taken nail painting to the next level. Manicure enthusiasts can now choose from an endless variety of colors and ...

The ban comes as studies highlighted the potential health risks. If you’re one of many who like to treat themselves to a fresh gel polish manicure every so often, you might be out of luck. As of this ...

If you've been alarmed by the recent headlines about gel nail polish being 'banned', don't fret. Your trusty, cost-effective at-home kit doesn't need to be stashed away just yet. You can still achieve ...

Many people love gel nail polish for its durability and shiny gloss, but a new ban in Europe may have left mani-pedi devotees with some not-so-pretty concerns. On Sept. 1, the European Union banned ...

As Europe's ban on a common chemical in gel nail polish goes into effect, should you start skipping the salon? In May, the European Union instituted a ban on trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide ...

Gel nails are made by applying a gel-based polish that hardens under UV or LED light. They have a glossy, natural finish and are popular for their flexibility. Benefits of gel nails: Natural ...

If you’ve seen the headlines about gel nail polish being 'banned', you might be wondering whether your trusty and money-saving at-home kit needs to be put away. The short answer is no. You can still ...

Europe is known for being quite strict when it comes to regulations on beauty products. For example, they don’t allow any animal testing for cosmetics, there is a list of over 1,700 ingredients that ...