A 21st century girl can't imagine her life without going to a nail salon. And it is right. But after a successful nail extension procedure at the master, every third person is in no hurry to take them off in the same place. Why? Because it is not always economically profitable. And, of course, the question always arises: "How to remove extended nails at home?" It all depends on how and with what they were built up.
Acrylic down
Acrylic nails are perhaps the easiest to remove. This material solidifies when the monomer and powder interact in air. How to remove extended acrylic nails? You will need a special liquid. It's called Remover. It is desirable that the brand of acrylic powder and remover match. This will ensure that the material is really easy to remove. But liquid of any company will do.
Procedure:
- Remove the length fromusing special wire cutters (they are called “boat” or “cooter”).
- After you can remove the thickness with a nail file (hard, 100/100).
- Then, a cotton pad or napkin soaked in remover is applied to each nail.
- Afterward, the fingers are wrapped in simple food foil to speed up the process.
You need to remove the foil and napkins in the same order as they were applied. The duration of the procedure is from 15 to 30 minutes. It all depends on the remover and instructions for it. Before removing extended nails at home, remember that the special liquid should not touch the skin. It may cause burns or irritation.
When the material becomes soft, it can be removed with a nail file or an orange stick. Last resort pusher. It is very important not to pick or pick off material that has not softened. Better repeat the procedure.
Goodbye gel
How to remove extended nails at home if you used gel? Here you have to work hard with a nail file. But only if there is no manicure machine. Even the simplest model can greatly facilitate the procedure. In addition, reduce the time to work.
So, how to properly remove extended nails from the gel yourself:
- Remove the length, as in the case of acrylic.
- Then you can start removing the thickness.
- The top can be removed at high speeds of the machine or with a very hard file (100/100, 120/110).
- The closer to the natural nail, the less turns or softerfile (150/180, 180/180, 200/220).
It is important to act carefully and as carefully as possible. Near the cuticle, the material is removed with a soft file or with small turns of the machine. If you touch the skin and break it, then there is a risk of infection.
Notes
Before you remove extended nails at home, think in advance what you will do next. If you build up again, then it is more advisable to contact the salon or the master. Usually, the removal is done free of charge, if the nails are then re-made. If you want to rest for your plates, then think in advance which baths can strengthen and heal your nails. Nutrition and strengthening procedures are an obligatory final stage in the removal of artificial material. Thus, they will become strong and attractive.