GoEnthusiast is an independent nail ideas publication. This page explains how we research, write, and update our guides, and how we handle images, affiliate links, and corrections.
How we create guides
Every guide starts with a reader question. We look at the look itself, the color story, the nail shape and length it suits, and the words a reader can use at a salon. We then check the advice against current salon practice and the limits of at-home nail care.
- Reader questions first. We write for people who want to understand a look, not just save a picture.
- Practical checks. We explain what affects the result, including prep, products, nail type, length, shape, and removal.
- Plain language. We avoid promising an exact result when it depends on the reader’s nails or technician.
- Seasonal updates. Seasonal guides are reviewed as the season approaches and updated when a trend or product detail changes.
What we do not do
- We do not invent salon prices. Costs vary by city, length, art, and removal, so the Nail Studio shows “Ask your salon” instead of fake ranges.
- We do not provide medical advice. For pain, infection, allergic reaction, or nail damage, contact a doctor or dermatologist.
- We do not guarantee that a design will look the same on every hand. Nail type, products, and technician skill all affect the result.
Image standards
Images are styled for inspiration. They are not a photo of a specific salon’s work unless we say so. Some images may be AI-assisted; we treat those as visual references, not as a promise of an exact result. If an image has an obvious hand or proportion error, we remove or replace it when we find it.
Affiliate links
Some links on GoEnthusiast are affiliate links. If you buy through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Affiliate links do not control which designs we cover. Read our Affiliate Disclosure for details.
Corrections
If something is wrong, outdated, or unclear, email [email protected]. We review corrections and update the page when needed.
Last updated: November 14, 2026.