01Gather Your Supplies

  • Acetone-based nail polish remover
  • Cotton balls or pads
  • Aluminum foil
  • Nail file
  • Cuticle pusher
  • Moisturizer or cuticle oil

02Prepare Your Nails

  • Use a nail file to gently remove the shiny top layer of the gel polish. Be careful not to file down to your natural nail.
  • Apply a generous amount of petroleum jelly or cuticle oil to the skin around your nails to protect them from drying out.
  • Push back your cuticles using a cuticle pusher.

03Soak Your Nails

  • Tear aluminum foil into small squares, big enough to wrap around each nail.
  • Soak a cotton ball or pad with acetone-based nail polish remover.
  • Place the soaked cotton ball on top of your nail, making sure it covers the entire nail.
  • Wrap the aluminum foil around your finger, securing the cotton ball in place.
  • Repeat this process for all your nails.
  • Leave the foil wraps on for about 10-15 minutes to allow the acetone to break down the gel polish.

04Remove the Foil Wraps

  • After 10-15 minutes, gently remove the aluminum foil wraps from each finger.
  • The gel polish should start to peel off easily. If it doesn't, you can gently scrape it off using a cuticle pusher.
  • Be careful not to scrape your natural nail.
  • If there are any remaining traces of gel polish, you can repeat the soaking process or use a clean cotton ball soaked in nail polish remover to remove them.

05Clean and Moisturize

  • Once all the gel polish is removed, wash your hands with soap and water to remove any residue.
  • Apply a moisturizer or cuticle oil to nourish and hydrate your nails and cuticles.
  • Give your nails a break from gel polish for a few days to allow them to recover.

Conclusion

With the right tools and techniques, removing gel nail polish can be done safely and easily at home. Remember to always be gentle with your nails and take breaks between gel manicures to keep your nails healthy.

MethodsDetails
Step 1Gather your supplies
Step 2Prepare your nails
Step 3Soak your nails
Step 4Remove the foil wraps
Step 5Clean and moisturize
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