With fears of a pending economic upheaval looming, many people are figuring out hacks to cut back on everyday spending. And they may have nailed these. And while going to the salon to get your nails done is not a necessity, there’s also no need to completely cut out the “treat yourself” indulgence if you’re watching what … Read more
Like many out there, I have developed a bit of an insecurity about heading out to a nail salon to get a pedicure. I think it’s ever since my discoloured-big-toe-nail-but-not-fungus phase… but let’s not talk any more about that, OK? For others, however, this insecurity appears to have a lot to do with the fact that they think the technicians … Read more
Going green never looked so glam. The “green nail theory” is a new-age spin on manifestation that has social media users painting their way to peace, abundance and a whole lot of serotonin. According to Google’s March Beauty Report, searches for “green nail theory” have surged, making it the latest hue-fueled hype to follow in … Read more
Leave your weak nails in 2024. Dr. Mary Stevenson, a dermatologic surgeon at NYU Langone, says a lot of factors can lead to brittle, easy-to-chip nails — but if yours are constantly breaking and refuse to grow, there’s hope. Despite what people believe, biting your nails won’t damage them in the long run. Rido – … Read more
Typing with long nails can be cumbersome and time-consuming, despite the satisfying sound of a click on the keys. It was a daily struggle faced by Sara Young Wang, whose manicure dilemma inspired her to create the Tippy Type, a $45 keyboard cover designed with long-nailed girlies in mind. “Honestly, I know it’s such a … Read more
Who needs a smartphone when you could have smart nails? NFC manicures are the latest nail trend, which brings the manicure into the tech world. NFC, which stands for “near-field communication,” is an ultra-tiny tech chip that plays off the signals on your phone and can trigger a variety of responses. The chip allows your … Read more
Nailed it! The 2024 Paris Olympics have provided plenty of fashion moments, from leotards to shoes, but sometimes it’s the little things that really help give athletes the confidence to nail it at the competitions — like a manicure. Competitors, including track and field star Sha’Carri Richardson and Olympic gold medalists Jordan Chiles and Suni … Read more
The next evolution of the “clean girl aesthetic” is here: nail tints. The new summer staple is a glowy and healthy alternative to the bold and bright red nail trend of the spring. Nail tints — also known as “nail glows” — are a transparent coating that provides a natural-looking manicure that can be done … Read more
Each week, Alexa is rounding up the buzziest fashion drops, hotel openings, restaurant debuts and celeb-studded cultural happenings in NYC. It’s our curated guide to the very best things to see, shop, taste and experience around the city. What’s making our luxury list this week? A celebrity favorite home furnishings shop opens a New York … Read more
All that she wants is another … handbag. A woman named Stephanie Noble, who goes by @iamstephanienoble on TikTok, said she’s child-free by choice and would rather take naps than deal with a screaming child. In a video posted four days ago, now with almost 3 million views, she said she constantly has to defend her … Read more
Book that nail appointment — it’s your time to shine. Getting a manicure, especially at a salon, is a known pick-me-up. Now researchers are sharing a new benefit of visiting a nail salon: “Superficial self-disclosure.” Chit-chat about hobbies and daily life with nail technicians is being linked to increased positive emotions, relaxation, and vitalization, according … Read more
It wasn’t everyone’s cup of tea. An Indiana nail technician left claws-metic lovers in shock after unveiling an ostentatious nail design that’s modeled after a tea set. A post detailing her creation has amassed over 16 million views on Instagram and flabbergasted viewers, who wondered, among other things, how she wipes her bum. “The process … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you buy through our links. If you have your finger on the pulse of beauty trends, you know it’s got to be a well-manicured one. Having perfectly polished fingers is no small feat, as traditional nail polish can chip and bi-weekly nail appointments … Read more
This won’t make anyone green with envy. Experts are warning of the adverse effects of allowing gel manicures to “grow out” just to save some cash. “Who doesn’t like gel nails, especially in the summer in a pair of sandals?” podiatrist Keira Moore told The Sun on Thursday. “Spoiler… it’s podiatrists.” Gel polish often lasts … Read more
She hit the nail on the head. A manicurist in Scotland is being lauded for spotting a thin brown streak under a client’s nail — which led to a melanoma diagnosis. Stacey Boss, 32, said she had shrugged off the mark on her right thumbnail for a while, until her nail tech discovered it in … Read more
A woman left with mangled fingertips following a manicure is desperately trying to nail down the cause of her mystery condition. Lisa Dewey, 36, had been getting gel manicures for years without any issues — until recently when she developed severe pain and inflammation, and her nails began falling off. “I worried I would lose … Read more
Amanda Bynes was spotted getting her nails done Tuesday, the first public sighting since her three-week stay at a mental health facility. The Nickelodeon alum, 37, sported a white T-shirt, black pants, a cheetah-print headband and a hair bun at Cosmo Nails in Toluca Lake, California. Eyewitnesses told the Daily Mail that Bynes smoked a … Read more
It’s all fun and games until someone breaks a nail — or has an allergic reaction. A fresh mani could lead to a lifelong issue. Dermatologists say they’re seeing an increase in allergic reactions to acrylic and gel nails, with some doctors seeing the phenomenon “most weeks,” according to a BBC report. Methacrylate chemicals, key … Read more
She can do it all — and she can do it in heels. A model revealed she lives a double life as a mechanic — but all the men make fun of her glamorous style. Peyton Cicconi can fix engines just as well as the men in the industry, and she can do it while … Read more
She’s got a green thumb — but it’s nothing to brag about. A woman was left horrified after she appeared to grow mold under her acrylics, realizing she was the victim of a common manicure mistake. Rings of fungus now decorate her bare nails, she shared in a viral TikTok, which has grown to over … Read more