All you want is glossy fingertips. Chip-free, long-lasting, super shiny, attention-grabbing fingertips. But with so many manicure options to choose from (three, three?!), how’s a nail-lover to decide which to go for? Since each treatment type has its perks, we’ve rounded up the details on each, kind of like a manicure Top Trumps (which definitely should exist). So before you … [Read more...] about Gel vs. Shellac vs. Acrylic: how to choose your next manicure
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4 ways to de-stress and feel zen
A totally stress-free life might be too much to ask for (and to be honest, it might not be that exciting), but hey, there’s no harm in aiming high. While we’d swear by mindfulness, quality time with friends (and, well, prosecco if you must know) here are four other stress-busting therapies we’d prescribe if we were doctors. (Disclaimer: we leave medical advice … [Read more...] about 4 ways to de-stress and feel zen
How to get rid of pimples (and keep them away)
We’re probably all dreaming of ‘flawless’ skin: glowing, poreless, pimple-free. Though the state of your skin definitely doesn’t define you (and we think we’re all beaut just as we are), when a pimple arises it can feel like the end of the world. If spots are steadily taking up residence on your face, there are a few things to try to get rid of those unsolicited tenants. Here’s … [Read more...] about How to get rid of pimples (and keep them away)
5 laser hair removal types decoded
Chances are you’ve heard that laser hair removal can be a miracle worker when it comes to getting rid of hair. What most of us haven’t heard is that there’s not just one type of laser – there are five. And some of them go by the kind of scientific names that can challenge our attention spans. So, in simple terms, here’s what they are, what they do, and … [Read more...] about 5 laser hair removal types decoded
At home vs. in the salon: removing gel and acrylic nails
Gel and acrylic nails, making our fingers look great since our last salon appointment. Alas, as dreamy as they are, they don’t last forever. Though there’s nothing as satisfying as peeling those babies off, it’s seriously bad news for your nails – think weak and brittle. No thanks. You can try removing properly at home (the process is relatively similar), but buying all the … [Read more...] about At home vs. in the salon: removing gel and acrylic nails