Gel Nail Removal and Nail Care At Home

 

We all love the chip-free, glossy perfection of gel manicures. But when it's time to say goodbye, the removal process can feel daunting.

This blog post will guide you through safe gel polish removal that will help avoid yur nails chipping and equip you with top-notch nail care tips for healthy, happy nails.

Step 1: Gather Your Supplies

• Acetone-based nail polish remover
• Cotton balls
• Aluminium foil
• Orangewood stick
• Buffer
• Nail file
• Hand lotion and cuticle oil

Step 2: The Foil Wrap Trick

1. File off the top glossy layer of your gel polish gently to break the seal.
2. Soak cotton balls in the acetone remover.
3. Place a soaked cotton ball on each nail.
4. Wrap each fingertip snugly with aluminum foil (optional, but it helps trap heat and the remover's effectiveness).
5. Set a timer for 10-15 minutes.

Step 3: Removal

1. After the timer goes off, remove the foil and cotton balls. The gel polish should be lifting or peeling easily.
2. If the polish isn't coming off readily, re-wrap your fingers for another 5-minute stint.
3. Important: Avoid forcefully scraping off the polish. This can damage your natural nails.
4. Use the orangewood stick to gently push back any remaining gel polish along the edges.

Step 4: Buff and Shine

1. Lightly buff your nails with a fine-grit buffer to remove any remaining polish residue and even out the nail surface.
2. Be very gentle and avoid over-buffing, which can thin your nails.
3. Finish with a light nail file to smooth any rough edges.

FINALLY,

• Wash your hands with warm water and soap.
• Apply a generous amount of hand lotion to hydrate your hands and cuticles.
• Massage cuticle oil into your cuticles and nail beds to nourish and promote healthy nail growth.

Bonus Tip: Consider nourishing nail treatments! Look for products with ingredients like biotin, keratin, and vitamin E to promote healthy nail growth and prevent breakage.

If you would like to get your nail removal done RIKOSHÉ is the one stop destination for you! We professionally remove your gel nails using clamps leaving you with beautiful healthy nails.