Removing Fake Nails at Home - Tips and Techniques

Fake nails are a popular solution for getting aesthetically perfect nails in no time. However, there are many times when you want to remove them at home, whether it's to change your fake nail style, for work, or to give your natural nails a chance to breathe. In this article, we'll walk you through a step-by-step process for removing your fake nails at home, with a focus on the warm, soapy water soak method.

The necessary tools

Before you begin the process, make sure you have all the necessary tools at hand. To remove your fake nails, you will need:

• A bowl of warm, soapy water
• A cuticle stick (included in our kits)
• Vegetable oil

How to remove fake nails at home step by step:

• Prepare the hot, soapy water - Start by filling a bowl of warm water . Make sure the water is at a comfortable temperature but warm enough to soften the glue used to attach the false nails. Add a small amount of mild soap in water to create a soapy solution.

• Soak your fingers - Soak your fingers in warm, soapy water. The soaking time may vary depending on the method of attachment used. For false nails attached with gel pads or of the glue , let it soak for 5 to 20 minutes .

• Apply oil to help with the peeling process - To help the peeling process along, you can apply oil to the vegetable oil or cuticle oil between your natural nails and the false nails. This step helps loosen the glue and make removal less stressful on your nails.

• Use the cuticle stick - After soaking, use the stick provided in the false nail application kit. Start gently peeling the capsule from the nail side. Be gentle to avoid damaging the surface of your natural nails.

• Clean and Prepare for Reuse - Once the false nails are removed, clean them thoroughly to remove any glue residue . This will prepare them for reuse.