The Velvora blog
Guides, trends and honest answers on at-home gel nails.
27 May 2026
How to Keep Healthy Nails with Gel Strips
Keep nails healthy while wearing gel strips with gentle prep, daily cuticle oil, proper curing and safe removal tips from the Velvora nail team.
27 May 2026
Strongest Nail Shape for Natural Nails: Every Shape Compared
Short squoval is the strongest nail shape for natural nails, with short oval close behind; here is every shape ranked by strength and how to file the strong ones.
27 May 2026
Best Nail Shape for your Hands: A Practical Manicure Guide
Not sure whether to choose squoval, oval, almond or square nails? This practical guide helps you find the best nail shape for your hands and at-home manicure style.
27 May 2026
Summer Nail Inspo 2026 UK: Colours, Trends and Ideas
Discover the best summer nail inspo 2026 in the UK, including trending colours, wearable styles and easy at-home ideas with Velvora.
8 May 2026
The UK Guide to At-Home Pedicure Gel Strips
Discover how to use at-home pedicure gel strips in the UK, with honest tips on application, wear time, safety and the best styles for everyday toes.
22 April 2026
Stick-On Nail Polish UK: What to Buy and How to Apply
Looking for stick-on nail polish in the UK? Here is how nail polish strips work, how to apply them, and which Velvora shades are best for everyday wear.
22 April 2026
Nail Polish Strips vs Press-Ons: Which Is Better?
Comparing nail polish strips vs press-ons? Here is the honest guide to comfort, durability, application and which looks more natural.
22 April 2026
Best Non-UV Nail Wraps UK: What to Choose in 2026
Looking for the best non-UV nail wraps UK shoppers can buy? Here is an honest guide to polish wraps, how they compare with gel strips, and what to choose in 2026.
22 April 2026
Where to Get the Best and Cheapest Nail Polish in the UK
Looking for the best and cheapest nail polish in the UK? Compare bottled polish with nail polish strips and find the best-value option for easy at-home nails.
22 April 2026
Are UV Nail Lamps Safe UK? Evidence for Home Gel Manicures
Are UV nail lamps safe in the UK? Here is what the evidence says about home gel manicures, UV LED lamps, exposure and safer application habits.
22 April 2026
Gel Nail Strips vs BIAB UK: Weak Nails, Time and Upkeep
Comparing gel nail strips vs BIAB in the UK? Here is the honest verdict on weak nails, time, upkeep and which option is easier to live with.
22 April 2026
TPO-Free Gel Nail Strips UK: What Buyers Should Check
Confused about TPO-free gel nail strips in the UK? Here is what changed in the UK and EU, what the term means, and what buyers should check before they buy.
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