Dr. Neera Nathan advises against getting gel and hybrid manicures without proper protection. "Just ONE twenty minute drying ...

It’s much more durable than standard air-dry polishes, but it requires UV light to cure. [Becky] bought a lamp to use at home, but it’s very bulky and must be plugged into the wall.

Fortunately, a UV lamp helps speed up the dry time while setting your nail polish with a sturdy, long-lasting, glossy finish. It's a large reason gel manicures are one of the most popular nail ...

According to Hoffman, your best bet is to use a UV-blocking SAD lamp combined with a daily vitamin-D supplement. Since the mood-boosting effects of lamps specifically designed to treat SAD are ...