FamilyKids' Manicures & Pedicures: A Parent's Guide to a First Salon Visit
Short services, gentle filing and a fun color pick: how to plan a calm, happy first manicure or pedicure for your child, plus the questions worth asking.
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Notes from the nail table.
Straight answers about gels, extensions, pedicures and aftercare — written by the studio team at Jasmine Nails & Spa on Main Street, Port Washington.
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Nail ArtNail Art Trends We're Loving in 2026: From Neon Pop Art to White Iridescent
Comic-book neon, white iridescent chrome and 3D sculpted florals: the sets coming out of our studio this year, plus the directions we're watching for 2026.
Gel GuidesWhat Is Dazzle Dry? The Quick-Dry Manicure Explained
A polish system that air-dries fast, skips the UV lamp and comes off with regular remover. Here's how Dazzle Dry works and who it suits best.
PedicuresClassic, Gel or Spa Pedicure: Which Should You Book?
A quick tidy-up, weeks of chip-free color, or a spa ritual for tired feet? Here's how our pedicures compare and who each one suits best.
AftercareHow to Make Your Manicure Last: A Studio Aftercare Guide
Gloves, cuticle oil and a firm no to peeling: the simple aftercare habits we recommend for keeping polish, gel and builder gel looking fresh for weeks.
Gel GuidesDip Powder vs. Gel Manicure: Which Is Right for Your Nails?
Dip powder is tough; gel is thin, glossy and easier to remove. Here's how the two compare on wear, removal, nail health and price at our studio.
EnhancementsHow Long Do Gel X Nails Last? (And How to Make Them Last Longer)
Most Gel X sets look their best for about three to four weeks. Here's what shortens their life, and the simple habits that help yours go the distance.
EnhancementsBuilder Gel vs. Hard Gel vs. Gel X: How to Choose Your Enhancement
Strength, durability or instant length? Compare builder gel, hard gel and Gel X side by side, with wear times, removal and prices from our menu.
Gel GuidesWhat Is Milky Builder Gel? The Soft, Strong Overlay Everyone's Asking For
Sheer, strong and natural-looking: here's what milky builder gel is, how it strengthens your nails, how long it lasts and who it suits best.
Gel GuidesJapanese Gel vs. Regular Gel: What's Actually the Difference?
Japanese gel and regular gel look alike on day one. Here's how the formulas, wear time, prep and price really differ, and which one fits your nails.
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