Materials Required:
– Acetone Nail Polish Remover
– Cotton Balls / Pads
– Aluminum Foil
– Nail File
– Cuticle Oil
Step 1: File Your Nails
Use a nail file to buff the top of the semi-permanent nail polish, giving it texture. This is a crucial step as it helps acetone to penetrate deep into the polish.
Step 2: Soak Cotton Pads In Acetone Nail Polish Remover
Take cotton pads or balls and soak them in acetone nail polish remover. If you want, you can also use pre-soaked acetone pads, which are readily available in the market.
Step 3: Place The Cotton On The Nails
Take the soaked cotton pads and put them on your nails. Make sure that the cotton fully covers the nails and wraps them with aluminum foil.
Step 4: Wait For 15 Minutes
Leave the cotton pads on your nails for about 15-20 minutes. This is the time that it takes to dissolve semi-permanent nail polish.
Step 5: Remove The Cotton And Aluminum Foil
After 15 minutes, remove the aluminum foil and cotton from your nails and discard them. Be careful while removing them as acetone can weaken your nails.
Step 6: Remove The Semi-Permanent Polish
After removing the cotton and aluminum foil, use a nail buffer or cuticle pusher and gently scrape off the nail polish. Be gentle while removing the polish, as the acetone makes your nails weak and prone to breaking.
Step 7: Wash Your Hands And Apply Cuticle Oil
After removing the semi-permanent polish, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. Pat dry and apply cuticle oil on your nails to moisturize them and keep them healthy.
Tips And Tricks:
– If you are not in a hurry, you can soak your nails in a bowl filled with acetone nail polish remover.
– Be gentle while removing the polish. If you feel any pain or discomfort, stop immediately.
– Never peel off the semi-permanent polish; always use acetone nail polish remover as it prevents your nails from chipping.
– If you have weak nails, soak them in lukewarm water before removing the nail polish.
– If you are allergic to acetone, you can use non-acetone nail polish remover, but it will take more time to remove the polish.
Conclusion:
Removing semi-permanent nail polish can be a bit of work, but with practice, it can get easier and quicker. Always remember to be patient, gentle, and kind to your nails, and they will reward you with perfectly healthy nails.