Sally Welly

  Never underestimate the power of a gel manicure : They're practically indestructible, unbelievably shiny, and, best of all, they require little to no drying time, so there's virtually zero chance you'll chip or smudge your polish the second you leave the nail salon —and for weeks to come. The downfall? Removing the LED-cured lacquer—especially when a trip to the nail salon isn't an option. (Just in case you haven't heard: It's not OK to pick or peel off your gel polish.) "Our nail plates are made up of layers of keratin," says Sigourney Nunez, OPI’s North America Education Manager. "When you improperly remove the gel, you’re unintentionally removing some of those layers, which will cause your nails to become weak and thin." While it might be tempting then to extend the life of your manicure for as long as possible, all good things must come to an end, and, in this case, that's after three weeks, says Jin Soon Choi , founder of JINsoon N...

With many experiencing an uptick in breakouts while in isolation, the concern around blemishes, and the marks they leave behind, has only grown. So if you’re wondering how to manage acne scars, trust that—while they can be frustratingly stubborn to treat—with time, dedication, and the right arsenal of products and treatments in your stable, you can effectively reduce their appearance. A vital part of treating acne scars is first understanding what they are: small depressions or indentations in the skin that result from moderate to severe acne. Secondly, it’s important to note that there are different types, which include ice pick, rolling, and boxcar scars depending on their size, shape, and contour.  “Acne breakouts, depending on the severity, can affect not only the top layer of the skin but also the deeper levels as well,” explains New York City dermatologist Shereene Idriss. “As the inflammation subsides and the skin tries to heal, scar tissue can ensue. Severely inflammatory...