Tired of going to the nail salon every few weeks to remove an overpriced acrylic nail set?
Yeah, we are, too.
So why not master the art of removing your acrylic nails at home?
The whole removal process only takes about 20 to 30 minutes.
First, set up your space similarly to an actual salon.
Not only does this create a fun vibe, but it will also help you achieve better results.
You might even want to put on some soothing music in the background for the full experience.
If you’ve evergiven yourself a manicure, these tools should already be pretty familiar to you.
The bigger the clipper, the better.
According toGQ, aside from not clipping straight on, you should also leave a little white nail length.
As a general rule, the nail should not extend past your fingertip.
If you notice any residue or dirt underneath your nails, now is the best time to clean them.
However, be careful not toover-buff your nails(and yes, this is absolutely a thing).
Excessive buffing can cause the nail to become incredibly thin, making it more susceptible to splitting and breaking.
Plan to soak your fingers for at least 30 minutes or so.
After 30 minutes of soaking, check on your nails to gauge the progress.
Keep in mind that acetone is a highly flammable chemical, so avoid heating it at all costs.
Start at the top of your cuticles and work your way downwards, removing as much as you could.
If that happens, just soak your nails for another 10 minutes or so and repeat the process.
Continue that step over and over until all of your acrylic nails have been completely removed (viaCosmopolitan).
During this process, verify to take care of your cuticles as well.
Step 5: Remove all residue and buff
You’re almost done!
Seriously, this is practically the final step.
For best results, buff from the base of the nail toward the edge (viaNailbees).
you might also shape the nails as needed during this step.
At this time, feel free to continue shaping and filing your nails for any last-minute adjustments.
Add moisture by applying cuticle oil to your nails and cuticles and massaging them thoroughly.
There are many differentcuticle oilsto choose from.
After all, you didn’t go through all of this work just to have your nails look unhealthy.
There are multiple ways to keep your nails healthy after removing your acrylic nails.
Give your nails some time before your next set of acrylics
Congratulations, you did it!
Instead of acetone, all you’ll need is warm water.
Acetone-free nail polish remover is another option to remove your nails.
Clutch Nails suggests soaking a Q-tip in the oil and brushing against your nails until they come loose.
Lastly, if your nails are already loose, dental floss is another potential method.
