Press-on nails are a great way to achieve a professional-looking manicure in minutes. But removing them can be a struggle. So what’s the safest, fastest way to take off glue while maintaining a healthy nail bed? We asked pro manicurist Gina Edwards to share tips on how to remove press-ons easily, without damaging your natural nails.
“If you used nail glue to apply your press-on nails, you’ll want to soak them in an acetone-based nail polish remover mixed with a little baby oil to prevent dry skin,” says Edwards. “Soak them for about five minutes and check them regularly.”
On the flip side, if your press-on nails have a sticky adhesive backing, it’s best to soak your nails in a bowl of warm soapy water before removing them, this will help to loosen the adhesive. To start, pour warm water into a bowl and add a few drops of hand soap. Then place your fingertips in the water and let your nails soak for about 10 minutes.
