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August 31, 2026
Mint Blue Nails Are Here to Stay
Mint blue, teal, Tiffany Blue, turquoise, y2k mint—the it-girl color of Spring/Summer '26 isn't packing up with your beach towels. The trend is evolving into fall, and we've got seven shades to carry it there. Find your perfect one.
June 8, 2026
To Seal or Not to Seal? The Truth About Cuticle Sealing with Gel-X®
Some nail techs swear by sealing the cuticle on gel extension sets. But with Aprés Gel-X® tips, you might not need to. Here's what actually matters for retention, and where to focus your time instead.
March 30, 2026
Women In Nails
The nail industry is a $17 billion business built largely by women, and it's time we said so out loud. Meet Aprés Nail Ambassador Sonia Sanchez and Hollywood manicurist Temeka Jackson, two powerhouses redefining what it means to be a nail artist today.
March 27, 2026
TREND REPORT: 5 Red Nail Looks To Try This Season
Red nails are having a major moment, and there's never been more ways to wear them. From matte leopard print to moody cat eye and regal gold accents, we're rounding up five of the best red nail looks to try this season.
March 23, 2026
4 Spring Nail Aesthetic Ideas
Four fresh spring nail ideas to inspire your next mani. Mismatched pastels, dainty charms, retro polka dots, and cutesy bug art. Pure visual inspo.
March 15, 2026
To Dupe Or Not To Dupe? The True Cost of Gel-X® Alternatives
Dupe brands flood the nail extension market with cheaper Gel-X® alternatives that promise the same results for less. But the sticker price is rarely the whole story. Here's what you're actually paying for, and what inconsistent formulas end up costing you.
March 11, 2026
Women’s History Month: Celebrating the Women of the Nail Industry
Meet Albee Chen, the founder of Aprés and inventor of Gel-X®. From a folding table in her garage to setting the gold standard in the nail industry, her story of grit, creativity, and innovation is one for the books.
September 9, 2025
Celebrating 10 Years of Aprés Nail with 10 Days of Sales!
This September marks 10 incredible years of Aprés Nail! We’re celebrating a whole decade of artistry, innovation, and community.
September 2, 2025
Understanding Nail Ingredients: Why Going HEMA-free & TPO-free Matters
When it comes to nail products, most of us focus on the color, shine, or how long a set will last. But what about the ingredients inside those bottles?
August 11, 2025
IT’S OVER: 200 Gel Couleurs + Top & Base Gelcoats and You Call It Quits
t’s true. Gel Couleurs + Top & Base Gelcoats and Aprés Customers are officially broken up – for real this time.
August 9, 2025
200 Gel Couleurs + Top & Base Gelcoats and You – A relationship on the rocks?!
Sources close to the couple say the once inseparable duo, Gel Couleurs + Top & Base Gelcoats and their twin flame, Aprés Customers, could be headed for Splitsville.
July 31, 2025
The Vacation Edit: Poolside-Approved Nail Looks For Your Next Getaway
It’s just easier to relax when your nails are on point. Turn off those notifications, get that time off approved, grab your oversized sun hat and hit your next warm-weather vay-kay with the cutest tips ever!
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