THE JOURNAL
Journal
how do UV gel nail strips work? the 60-second cure, explained
UV gel nail strips are semi-cured gel polish in sticker form: you press one onto the nail, then a UV lamp finishes the cure in about 60 s...
Jul 31, 2026
gel nail strips vs press-ons vs salon gel: which is actually best?
Gel nail strips win on price-per-wear and nail health, salon gel wins on maximum wear time, press-ons win on instant application. The ful...
Jul 31, 2026
do nail strips damage your nails? the honest answer
No — gel nail strips don't damage healthy nails when applied and removed correctly. Damage comes from removal mistakes, not the strips. H...
Jul 31, 2026