Gels haveJoseph many fans, but you might want to revisit good old fashioned nail varnish
April 2024
Sali Hughes on beauty
Burgundy is having a fashion moment – and it’s a flattering makeup shade, too
From your eyelids to your toenails, this elegant red adds a bold, edgy touch
January 2024
‘Gotta keep your hands fresh’: why male athletes are wearing nail polish
Men’s sport can be a hard place. But a rising number of stars are choosing to express themselves even if it annoys those with more old-fashioned views
Sali Hughes on beauty
Most impulse beauty buys are useless – but these actually work
So called ‘thirst buys’ are usually a waste of money, but every now and then you discover a gem. Here are mine …
The beauty Q&A
How do I wean myself off gel manicures?
Got a beauty dilemma? Our expert is here to offer advice in her new column. This week, Chioma from London feels her nails have been weakened by salon gels
October 2023
Sali Hughes on beauty
Lean into the neutral tones of autumn with brown nails
Whether it’s the full milk-chocolate manicure or subtle nut tones, it’s the most tasteful colour of the season
May 2023
Beneath the gloss: should we stop having manicures?
Last month’s news that gel nails could trigger a life-changing allergy had women looking with concern at the ends of their brightly painted fingers. Zahra Hankir reveals how nail polish became political
June 2022
Edith Pritchett on millennial life
The pros and cons of fake nails – Edith Pritchett cartoon
Beautifully polished …
February 2022
Sali Hughes on beauty
Varnishing act: the only nail polishes I’ll ever need
Chanel’s Rouge Noir is still a classic after nearly 30 years. And now there’s a new wave of varnishes destined for longevity
January 2022
Beauty hacks
Oh no, a broken nail! Can a teabag come to the rescue?
Pass notes
Malepolish: the unstoppable rise of nail varnish for men
November 2021
Beauty hacks
Can you remove nail polish with lemon and vinegar?
Will soaking your polished nails in plain old lemon juice and apple cider vinegar actually work?
September 2021
Sali Hughes on beauty
Green makeup: how to wear the colour of the season
Forget neons or pastels – it’s all about khaki, moss and avocado shades
May 2021
Color me confused: Lil Yachty’s nail paints are doing a lot of mental gymnastics
The rapper said his new line is all about ‘breaking down the barriers’ but taking something traditionally feminine and giving it a new name is very silly
February 2021
The beauty spot
Red nail varnish: 10 of the best
Painting your nails is quick, easy and there’s a shade of high-shine red to suit all hands
January 2021
From ancient Egypt to Cardi B: a cultural history of the manicure
Nail art dates back millennia, taking in complex social codes, cultural appropriation, modern slavery and the sexism of lockdown rules for beauty salons
November 2020
Sali Hughes on beauty
The best long-lasting nail polish
Get salon perfect with polish that goes the distance
August 2020
How men are nailing the latest fashion trend: the manicure
First it was moisturiser. Then waxing. Now guys are opting for nail polish after upping their grooming during lockdown
May 2020
Sali Hughes on beauty
How to support the best British nail brands
We can lend a shaky hand to the struggling salon sector as we file and paint during lockdown
April 2020
Lockdown living
‘Step away from the straighteners’: DIY beauty hacks you can do at home
Try an avocado face mask, a home manicure or a jawline-enhancing beard, says Sali Hughes
