How to Remove Acrylic Nails Safely at Home
Acetones Is the Best Way to Remove Acrylic Nails
Looking to remove acrylics to give your natural nails a break? Removing acrylic nails at home is a simple process that can be done with a few basic tools and a little bit of patience. Follow these steps to remove acrylic nails safely and without damaging your natural nails.
Step 1: Gather Your Tools
You will need the following tools to remove acrylic nails:
- Acetone
- Cotton balls or pads
- Aluminum foil
- Nail file
- Cuticle pusher
Step 2: Prepare Your Nails
Before you start removing your acrylic nails, you will need to prepare your nails. This involves filing off the top layer of polish and roughing up the surface of the acrylic. This will help the acetone to penetrate the acrylic and dissolve it.
Step 3: Soak Your Nails in Acetone
Once your nails are prepared, you can start soaking them in acetone. To do this, saturate a cotton ball or pad with acetone and place it on your nail. Wrap the nail in aluminum foil to help keep the acetone in place.
Step 4: Wait 15-20 Minutes
After 15-20 minutes, the acrylic should be soft enough to remove. Use the cuticle pusher to gently push the acrylic off of your nails. If the acrylic is not coming off easily, you may need to soak your nails for a few more minutes.
Step 5: File and Buff Your Nails
Once the acrylic is removed, you will need to file and buff your nails to smooth them out. Start with a coarse file to remove any remaining acrylic and then switch to a finer file to smooth out the surface of your nails. Finally, use a nail buffer to buff your nails to a shine.
Step 6: Moisturize Your Nails
After you have removed your acrylic nails, it is important to moisturize your nails to help them recover. Apply a cuticle oil or lotion to your nails and massage it in.
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