"There are a lot of horror stories surrounding gel manicures," she explains, " [including] experiences from both salon and home treatments, which [could have caused] inflammation and extra sensitivity ...

From fresh acrylics to nail-biting habits and obliviously touching things, your hands and nails go through a lot during the day. Although short nails are more practical and can rock a clean french tip ...

While there is no optimal nail shape for nail health, strength, and growth, it may help to cut fingernails straight across with slightly rounded edges. However, rounded edges on toenails can increase ...