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Can You Use Regular Nail Polish Remover To Take Off Gel Polish?

Written by Tara

Acetone Acetone offers the most effective way to remove gel nail polish at home, says board-certified dermatologist Shari Lipner, MD, FAAD.

While acetone-free nail polish removers may work fine for regular polish, you should probably stick to the strong stuff when removing gel manicures. I highly recommend an acetone-based remover because it will break down the product quicker, says Nunez.

Generally What removes gel polish easily? acetone The easiest and fastest way to take off gel polish at home is to use acetone-soaked cotton balls wrapped in tin foil, and then scrape the remainder of the polish off with a nail buffer or nail file, Molly Romah, lead nail artist at Chillhouse spa in NYC, tells SELF.

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)

Do you need acetone to remove gel nail polish?

The core supplies you need to remove gel nail polish at home are acetone, cotton balls (or pads) aluminum foil, a cuticle pusher, and a nail filer. Cuticle oil and nail buffers are supplementary items that help maintain healthy nails, but are not necessary.

Can I use nail polish remover instead of acetone?

Non-Acetone Polish Removers Non-acetone removers use less aggressive solvents like ethyl acetate, isopropyl alcohol and propylene carbonate. Even polish removers labeled as natural or organic still use a solvent, they just don’t use acetone.

How do you remove hard gel nails at home?

Removal is simple. Just soak your fingers in pure acetone for about 20 minutes. If you just sit there long enough, you’ll see the dip lift off, Ms. Logan said. Dip nails are just powder and glue.

Does gel polish damage nails?

Although gel manicures can be beautiful and long-lasting, they can be tough on nails. Gel manicures can cause nail brittleness, peeling and cracking, and repeated use can increase the risk for skin cancer and premature skin aging on the hands.

How do you remove gel nails with acetone?

Place a cotton ball or pad (the latter holds liquid better, according to celebrity nail artist Elle) in acetone on each of your nails, then wrap the tip of your finger in foil to hold the ball in place. Acetone evaporates quickly, says Kandalec.

How do you remove OPI gel polish?

  1. File off the top coat (once the shiny part is removed there is no need for more filling).
  2. Take a piece of cotton soaked in pure acetone and place it over the nail.
  3. Wrap the nail in aluminum foil.
  4. Soak for 11-13 minutes (the time may vary, but 12 minutes is average removal time).

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