Acrylic is a synthetic plastic material made from a polymer called polymethyl methacrylate (PMMA). It is a lightweight, shatter-resistant and versatile material that is commonly used for a wide range ...

Yeah, you probably should have put a smock on your kid or at least put on an old sweatshirt before starting that at-home art project, but hindsight is 20/20. Next time you promise to be more careful.

Both acrylic and gel manicures require ample time to achieve. Martinez says you should allow at least 30 to 45 minutes for a basic gel polish manicure and 60 minutes to three hours for hard gel ...

Every item on this page was chosen by an ELLE editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. For a long time, I diligently applied nail strengtheners to my brittle nails in the ...

Every product on this page was chosen by a Harper's BAZAAR editor. We may earn commission on some of the items you choose to buy. Acrylic nails have been around for decades, but they’ve had a ...

Reviewed by Evelyn Lim Key Takeaways Acrylic nails are a durable manicure choice for adding length and strength, lasting up ...

For some people, acrylic nails can be intimidating. Not only is there the question of upkeep, but there are also fears about weakening your natural nails. However, with celebrities like Cardi B, ...

Acrylic resins are economical, effective, and transparent materials. At room temperature, these plastics are ductile and are derived from products such as acrylic acid obtained from polypropylene, ...

Acrylic nails have been around for nearly seventy years, and loved by many for the strength and creative expression they offer. While once associated with working class and minority communities, ...