Best Way To Remove Nail Polish From Acrylic Nails

Say Goodbye to Acrylics: A Step-by-Step Guide to Safe Removal

Prepare Your Nails

Before you begin the removal process, gather the necessary tools: acetone nail polish remover, a fine-grade buffer or nail file, nail clippers, and cotton balls.

Step 1: File and Buff

File the topcoat and nail polish off your nails using a fine-grade buffer or nail file. This will weaken the bond between the acrylic and your natural nails.

Step 2: Clip Down the Acrylic

Use nail clippers to trim down the acrylic nails as much as possible. This will reduce the amount of acetone exposure and make the removal process easier.

Soaking and Dissolving

Step 3: Soak in Acetone

Saturate cotton balls with acetone nail polish remover and place them on the surface of each acrylic nail. Wrap each nail in aluminum foil to hold the cotton balls in place.

Allow the acetone to dissolve the acrylic for 15-20 minutes. Check occasionally to see if the acrylic has softened.

Step 4: Remove Remaining Acrylic

Once the acrylic has dissolved, gently push or scrape away the remaining pieces using an orange stick or a metal cuticle pusher.

Finishing Up

Step 5: Clean and Moisturize

Once all the acrylic has been removed, wash your hands and apply cuticle oil or lotion to moisturize your natural nails.