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Setting up things

As you proceed through this process, ask yourself, “What would my manicurist do?” For starters, they’d prepare a clean, well-ventilated work area. In order not to stain or ruin your table, you should cover it so you can use acetone and clip off extensions.
Kristin Gyimah, owner and CEO of Dime Nails salon in Los Angeles, advises taking a hand towel, folding it in half, and placing a paper towel on top. As the acetone will have a strong scent, it may be a good idea to open a nearby window or use a fan.
how to remove acrylic nails
It’s true that having fun and trying creative nail designs is one of our favorite beautifying indulgences, but having acrylic nails can present some challenges. Gel nails, dip powders, and polygels may have made their way into the nail arena, but acrylics remain our favorite because they are so long-lasting. The disadvantage, however, is that they can be challenging to remove once your next look is ready (jelly nails for winter anyone?). There is no way you can just rip them off – you’ll regret it! I never recommend trying to pop acrylic off with a Metrocard (New Yorkers will know what I’m talking about) or thin plastic sheet.
At the salon, you can have your acrylics removed by a nail technician and then have your nails redone. But if the 2020 pandemic has taught us anything, it is that going to the salon or seeing your favorite nail technician isn’t always an option. Taking matters into our own hands has become imperative.
Although it may seem intimidating, removing acrylic nails is actually quite simple. We’ve compiled some of our favorite at-home methods for removing acrylic nails, including how to do it without acetone.

How To Remove Acrylic Nails Without Damage

How to easily remove acrylic nails is not as difficult as you might think. Whatever you’re rocking, whether it’s a classic French manicure on almond-shaped tips or just a cool neon manicure, you’ll find a removal option below.

1: Acetone Soak
Doing an acetone soak is one of the easiest and most foolproof ways to remove acrylic nails. Salons typically use the same technique for this. Follow the steps below to learn more about what it entails.

A nail clipper, nail file, acetone nail polish remover, petroleum jelly, cotton balls, and aluminum foil are required.

Your acrylic nails should be cut as short as possible with a nail clipper. The fewer nails you have left to work with, the better! Remove the polish from the tops of your acrylics by filing and buffing them. Put some petroleum jelly on your fingertips and on the nail beds before you soak them in acetone. Apply acetone nail polish remover to a cotton ball and place it over and around your nail. Let the nail soak in the solution after wrapping it in aluminum foil. Do this for each nail.

You can start watching your watchlist after letting your foil-wrapped nails sit for about 20 minutes. Immediately after the time has expired, gently lift one of your nails off of the aluminum foil. The acrylic should start to flake off without force after five to ten minutes. If it doesn’t, soak your nails for five to ten more minutes.

2: Non-Acetone Soak
If you’re wondering how to remove acrylic nails without acetone, we’ve got you covered. Try the nail removal technique below.

What you’ll need: Nail clippers, tweezers or a cuticle stick, acetone-free nail polish remover and a bowl.

How to execute: Once again, your nails should be clipped as short as possible. Then, gently pry and lift the acrylic’s edges with tweezers or a cuticle stick. Operative word: Gently! Place your fingers in a bowl of acetone-free nail polish remover, making sure to use enough to fully submerge your nails. If necessary, soak your fingers for 30 to 40 minutes. Pull the acrylics off your actual nails once again when the nail starts to loosen. This method may take longer than acetone, but you won’t end up with as dry and brittle nails and cuticles.

3: Dental Floss

You may also use a bit of dental floss to remove your acrylic nails without using acetone. It’s true, dental floss works! Besides keeping teeth and gums healthy, this thin piece of string works great for other reasons too. It’s the way to go if you want to remove acrylic nails fast. That said, this technique can cause damage to your natural nails, so it’s best used when your acrylics have already begun to come loose.

What To Do After Removing Acrylic Nails

Let’s talk about post-manicure removal now that you’ve removed the acrylics. There may be some residue left behind after removing the acrylics. The tops of your nails should be buffed with a glass nail file, and edges should be smoothed with the file. In order to soften and care for your cuticles, apply cuticle oil generously. Finally, treat your hands to some TLC and wrap your skin in soothing moisture with a hydrating hand cream.

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