Mei Kawajiri hand-paints and sculpts custom designs for a clientele that includes Heidi Klum and Bad Bunny.

While Japanese manicures and gel are different (we'll explain later), both are gaining popularity as nail art evolves beyond minimalist designs. Known for their kawaii aesthetics and 3D pop art, ...

When celebrity nail artist Juan Alvear first started doing nails in 2016, his deliberately “messy” and outlandish manicures would often extend through his clients’ hands and knuckles.