Manicures in the midst of war: An act of defiance in Ukraine

In Ukraine, beauty rituals like manicures have become acts of defiance amid the ongoing war with Russia. Despite power outages and air-raid sirens, women continue to visit salons, finding emotional support and a sense of normalcy. Nail art often features patriotic symbols, and the resilience of Ukrainian women is evident as they adapt to wartime conditions while maintaining their beauty routines.