You could get away with nixing the top coat on a regular manicure — not recommended, but sure. A gel manicure, however, simply cannot exist without a top coat. “A gel top coat is an extremely ...

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Do you use a base coat and a top coat when applying nail polish?💅“They are both clear nail products, so what is the ...

Anyone who has ever gotten a gel manicure will tell you that the polishing part is easy—it’s the gel removal that poses a problem. Pick it off yourself and you’re sure to damage your nails. But a DIY ...

Nails are an important part of my personal self-care routine — and like lots of others, I feel my most put together when I have clean cuticles and a fresh set. Though I typically prefer to have my ...