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Like socks, toothpaste, or deodorant, nail polish remover is one of those annoyingly necessary products we feel we really shouldn’t have to spend money on. Yes, we’d likely spend that $4 on an iced latte
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Nail polish remover, on the other hand, couldn’t be less climactic if it tried. Not only does the smell give us watery eyes and a headache, but it also dries our skin and doesn’t work all thatwell to begin with. Which got us thinking about whether it's possible to remove our nail polish
Of ways one can remove nail polish sans remover. And even better, you probably have most of the necessary materials right in your bathroom or kitchen.
These products include everything from hair spray to toothpaste to vinegar and lemon juice. We've also included non-acetate alternatives, including soy-based nail polish remover. For most of these methods, you simply apply the product to each finger, as you would with regular nail polish remover, and rub until polish is completely gone.
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The writing on the wall? You’ll never have to sacrifice your much-needed coffee buzz for a bottle of nail polish remover again. Ahead, six ways to remove nail polish sans acetate.
Honestly, we're not quite sure how to feel about this one—mildly horrified? But according to Bustle, this convenient removal method will definitely work in a pinch. True life: Your ride-or-die hair spraywill also take off the remnants of a manicure.
Take your cotton ball and place it in direct contact with the nozzle of your hair spray (this will really saturate it).
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Then, simply swipe the cotton ball over your nails and repeat as needed. Wash hands thoroughly when all polish has been removed and give yourhands some extra TLC with a generous dose of hand cream.
Vinegar is extremely acidic and widely known as a healthier alternative to your typical household cleaner. So why not put it on your nails, too? When combined with fresh lemon juice (also acidic), it gets the job done quickly—and completely chemical free.
Combine the vinegar and lemon juice in a shallow bowl and let nails soak for 10 to 20 minutes. Use the cotton ball immediately afterward to work off any leftover polish.
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A mild antiseptic, hydrogen peroxideis another option for removing your nail polish in a pinch. Plus, it's one of those random products that nearly everyone has stored away somewhere at home (try looking under the bathroom sink or near other cleaning/medicinal supplies). The claim is that, by naturally releasing oxygen, it helps to remove the product.
Mix two parts hydrogen peroxide with one part hot water. (Try a 1/2 cup of hydrogen peroxide with a 1/4 cup hot water to start.)
Then, soak your fingers in the solution while massaging the polish off with your hands. Use a nail file to file off any remaining polish.
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Rubbing alcohol is another way to remove nail polish if you're in a pinch. Since alcohol is a solvent, it can help break things down, or in this case dissolve polish. If you don't have pure rubbing alcohol, hand sanitizer or perfume may work, but it will take much longer. Keep in mind, rubbing alcohol is extremely drying, so you'll want to be sure to apply moisturizer to your hands after use.
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Let nails soak in rubbing alcohol. Then, use a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol to rub off the nail polish. Note, this method will take a bit of work to get the polish off, especially if you have glitter polish on.
Believe it or not, toothpaste works for more than just your teeth. This household product can also act as a polish remover. White toothpaste works best for this method as it contains ethyl acetate, which is also found in nail polish remover. Toothpaste with baking soda is also helpful if you have it on hand.
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You may not know it, but there are plenty of non-acetate polish removers on the market. A popular alternative is soy-based polish remover, which contains nongreasy oils that act as a solvent to break down nail polish. It also helps retain moisture in your hands and cuticles, unlike acetate-based removers.
Saturate cotton ball with the soy-based remover of your choosing and firmly rub against your nail until the polish is completely removed.Besides, using a peel off base coat I’ve discovered that the fastest way to remove polish is using my Soak and Swipe™ method.
Some of us don’t want to use a peel off basecoat. If you’re busy like me, you want your manicure to last as long as possible without chipping.
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This is obviously a desire for many of us since the new lines of polishes are touting up to 7-10 days of glossy wear.
For those of you ready to start before even finishing this article, here is my quick video tutorial and the written directions. I’ll explain how and why this technique is so amazing later in the article.
Color in polish is created with different dyes and pigments. Some polish companies use cheaper pigments that can stain the nail plate. I can also attest to using the salon brands and ending up with nails stained bright blue, purple, or pink.
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When this happens to me, I can see nice transparent nail growth past my cuticle line and the yellow staining deepens as the nail becomes the free edge.
In the photo to the right, you can see what I mean. See how the nail is nice and transparent near the cuticle line, but it gets more stained as it goes toward my tips?
When the lacquer has hardened on your nail plate, the pigments are trapped in the resins. What happens when you are scrubbing to dissolve the lacquer? Those pigments are released from the resin.
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Besides the fact that scrubbing takes a long time and sucks the oil out of your nail plate, you can see it’s just not a great option.
Warming Acetone In Doug Schoon’s book Nail Structure and Chemistry , he says that “nail enhancements will swell and break apart more quickly if the solvent is slightly warmer than body temperature. Slightly warming product removers/solvents can significantly reduce product removal time…Warming solvents should be done with great care and caution! Many solvents are highly flammable, including acetone and alcohol. To safely warn the solvents, place a partially filled plastic bottle containing the solvent under hot running water. Never warm solvents on a stove, in a microwave, or with an open flame. Most salon solvents are far too flammable and may catch fire. Also loosen the cap so that pressure doesn’t build up in the bottle, causing it to crack or burst open. Finally, cover the dish and hand with a damp cloth while soaking to reduce vapors in the air.”
The takeaway from this is; don’t blow up your house! You’re risking your safety and perhaps even life when warming highly flammable solvents like acetone. It’s a hazardous task and I don’t recommend it.
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Why Acetone? Doug also says, “why do some nail technicians avoid acetone? Probably because they’ve heard untrue things about this beneficial substance. What is the truth about acetone? Acetone is one of the most important solvents in the world….Just because a chemical is absorbed through the skin doesn’t mean it must be unsafe. In the case of acetone, it is almost impossible for dangerous amounts of acetone to penetrate the skin. Unless you soak your fingers every day in a bowl of acetone for long periods, it is very unlikely to cause serious harm or damage.” ~Nail Structure and Product Chemistry Icy Fingers
When I figured out that manicure clips make polish removal incredibly fast and comfortable, I knew I needed to bring them to my Bliss Kiss™ customers.
Manicure clips are also very helpful for those of you who love gel nails! They are easier and way quicker to apply than the traditional foil wrap method.
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Isn’t it wonderful when knowledge and products come together to make our lives easier? Little things like this just make me happy.
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