The Knicks are really nailing the finals. A superfan who works as a nail technician paid homage to New York’s basketball team by painting its players on her nails — and the results are All-Star adorable. The talented tech, who goes by Tamami, painstakingly drew the faces of Jalen Brunson, Jordan Clarkson and Karl-Anthony Towns … Read more
Toxic topcoat? Beginning September 1, the European Union has banned an ingredient commonly found in gel nail polish. The banned substance, TPO (trimethylbenzoyl diphenylphosphine oxide), gives nails an ultra-glossy sheen and a quick dry time under UV or LED light. However, it has been deemed toxic in the EU after several studies have shown that … Read more
This vibrant, quirky nail trend has reeled in Zoomers — hook, line and sinker. Fishy fads have driven a shocking amount of conversations around style and health this year — and it’s not just Gen-Z buying into them. In an annual report released earlier in 2025, Pinterest speculated that the fisherman aesthetic would take off … 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
Gen Z is glued to press-on nails. The savvy, stylish nails have come in handy for on-the-go young people who desire versatile nail designs — but want to spend less money and fewer hours in a nail salon. Celebrities including Nicki Minaj and Marsai Martin, who avidly wear false nails, have even embraced the do-it-yourself concept and launched … Read more
Beauty shouldn’t be this painful. A teen named Kennedy, 14, suffered third-degree burns on her arm while cleaning her nails next to a lit candle. “I had to take my fingernail polish off because it’s not in [cheerleading] uniform, and as I was taking it off I had a candle near me on my bed,” … Read more
Acrylic nails may be durable and last a while, but is it really worth it? A doctor has warned that acrylic fake nails could lead to an infection that turns your nails green and crusty. Dr. Sermed Mezher posted on his TikTok account warning his 143,100 followers about “a beautician’s nightmare:” The Greenies. In the … Read more
A mom has taken to a parenting community asking for advice after she discovered her partner’s conservative views around gender norms. It came to her attention after her five-year-old son came home from kindergarten recently, excited that his nails had been painted. “My son thought it was cool and was really excited” “They were running … Read more
She’s nailing it. Kassie Payne, 34, quit her full-time job to become a press-on nail art designer, which now earns her up to $1,800 a week. The Bristol, England-based mom started out creating Disney-inspired designs as a hobby, but when people began to inquire about the intricate designs, she was encouraged to take her pastime … Read more
Nailed it! For as long as we’ve had minds to dream and bodies to adorn we’ve found ways to decorate them. Manicures and nail design in general are a bit of a cross cultural phenomenon; ancient Egyptians gilded their claws and Indian women began dying the tips of their fingers with henna as early as … Read more
Nailed it! For as long as we’ve had minds to dream and bodies to adorn we’ve found ways to decorate them. Manicures and nail design in general are a bit of a cross cultural phenomenon; ancient Egyptians gilded their claws and Indian women began dying the tips of their fingers with henna as early as … Read more
He’s really nailing it. A UK woman revealed that she now saves nearly $765 after her boyfriend taught himself how to paint her nails to “salon standard.” “I used to get my nails done religiously every single month and have done since the age of 16, spending $64 to $75 each time because of central … 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
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
Royal watchers are seeing red over this purported breach of protocol. Princess Kate was spotted sporting crimson-colored nail polish as she stepped out for a church service on Easter Sunday. The 41-year-old attended the religious gathering alongside husband Prince William, 40, and their three children, George, 9, Charlotte, 7, and Prince Louis, 4, where she … Read more
She’s giving her own manicure skills a thumbs-down. A TikToker claims she lost an entire fingernail after performing an at-home gel manicure that landed her in the hospital. Lana, who goes by the username @lanalovessushi, shared a video showing an infected thumbnail, which she said became extremely swollen and red after she cut her own … Read more