Equipo editorial
We are the Glam Local editorial team. We research, test, and write about nails in Mexico, with a focus on San Luis Potosí. Every article combines research from verified sources (Mercado Libre, Marie Claire, professional nail techs) with real product testing. Our commitment is to provide useful and honest information — not disguised advertising. We also help English-speaking expats in SLP find nail salons and products.
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Articles by Equipo editorial
Do UV Nail Lamps Damage Your Hands? The Science (2026)
What scientific research says about UV/LED lamps in manicures, the real risks, and how to protect yourself without giving up gel.
Rubber Base: The Technique That Replaces Traditional Gel (2026)
What rubber base is, how it differs from gel and builder, how to apply it, and why almost all nail techs are using it.
Nail colors for brown skin that actually pop (2026 guide)
The 10 nail colors that look stunning on brown and medium skin, why they work, and which ones to avoid. 2026 trends included.
Gel vs acrylic vs polygel vs press-on: which to choose (2026)
We compare the 4 nail techniques: durability, price in Mexico, pros, cons, and who each is for.
Beginner nail kit: what to buy under $500 MXN (2026 guide)
The minimum you need to do your nails at home, which kits are worth it, and which ones are traps.
Best UV/LED nail lamps in Mexico (2026 comparison)
We compared the best-selling lamps on Mercado Libre: from the $129 SUN Mini to the $650 Adilier AD-1. Which one you need by skill level and budget.
How to do gel nails at home: complete step-by-step guide
Everything you need to do gel nails at home. Materials, prep, application, and tips to make them last 2-3 weeks.
Where to get a mani in San Luis Potosí: complete guide (2026)
The most complete directory of nail bars in SLP. By zone, specialty, and budget. Verified and updated. English-speaking options included.