ESSENCE’s Beauty School column highlights the experts who are keeping the hottest beauty trends of the past and present alive. In each episode, talent will break down the stories behind our favorite ...

The long, acrylic nail trend has been rocked by just about everyone from the everyday, middle-class girl to A-list celebs. Be clear: The trend that started long before the Kardashian klan and ...

Nail experts explain the benefits of polygel nails, a hybrid of gel and acrylic. Find out how to DIY polygel at home and shop the best nail product kits here.

A manicure is the perfect blank canvas to reflect your personality, mood, and current trends. Whether you’re into minimalism (hello, micro-French) or maximalism (gem nails, anyone?), there’s a nail ...

Anyone can add a coat of polish to their nails and call it a day. Stand out from the crowd with a bold nail design. They may seem tricky, but no worries. We’re here to show you how it’s done. Color ...

Summertime is in full swing — and when it comes to manis and pedis, there truly are two types of people. On one hand you have the manicure minimalists who go for neutral-hued tips (or even take the ...

Long, prettily painted fingernails have been considered the epitome of feminine beauty for decades, but lately the trend has been reaching new lengths as longer and more intricately designed finger ...