How to Safely Remove Gel Nails At Home
What You'll Need
In order to properly remove your gel nails at home, you'll need the following items:
- Nail clippers
- Nail file
- Cotton balls
- Acetone
- Cuticle oil
Step 1: Clip Your Nails Short
Using your nail clippers, clip your nails as close to the gel as possible. This will help to minimize the amount of filing you'll need to do later.
Step 2: File Away the Top Layer of Gel
Gently take your nail file and start to file away the top layer of gel. Be careful to not file too hard or too deep, as this can damage your natural nails. Continue to file until you've completely removed the gel.
Step 3: Soak Your Nails in Acetone
Soak a cotton ball in acetone and apply it to your nail. Wrap the nail in the cotton ball and foil, and leave it on for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove the wrap and gently use a cuticle pusher to remove the remaining bits of gel.
Step 4: Moisturize Your Nails
Once you've removed all of the gel, it's important to moisturize your nails. A good cuticle oil will help to restore the moisture to your nails and keep them healthy.
Conclusion
Removing gel nails at home can be a difficult process, but with the right tools and a bit of patience, you can do it safely. Make sure to always use acetone in a well-ventilated area and to moisturize your nails afterwards.