To find out, I spoke with a professional nail technician, who broke down exactly what BIAB is, how it works, and what to look ...

Is gel nail polish safe in South Africa? I unpack the EU TPO ban, allergy risks, salon claims and simple ways to protect your ...

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 ...

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 ...

The European Union has officially banned the use of Trimethylbenzoyl Diphenylphosphine Oxide (TPO), a chemical compound widely used in gel nail polishes as a photoinitiator. Studies have shown that ...

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 ...

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 ...

The European Union has moved to remove a common ingredient from many gel nail polishes, a change that took effect on September 1, 2025 and will reshape the salon and nail supply landscape across the ...

A ban on one chemical substance found in certain gel nail polishes has gone into effect in parts of Europe due to concerns about its potential hazardous effects. Experts in science and environmental ...