How to remove acrylic nails at home

Acryl is a colorless liquid of high light diffusivity. This polymer material is thermoplastic. It quickly hardens, forming a thin film that can blend with the color of the original surface. Acrylic is obtained by combining powdered polymer and liquid monomer, which, under the influence of a catalyst, polymerize and form a plastic material. Acrylic has been spreading since 1950, and today it is indispensable in manicure and pedicure. Acrylic material has many advantages, but for such nails need care and periodic adjustment. There is also an opinion that it is also not possible to remove acrylic nails by yourself. However, in practice there are certain ways to remove the acrylic plate.

Acrylic nails: what they are

Acrylic coating is a thin transparent plate of liquid polymer, which aligns the surface, makes it smooth, and also gives the nail the desired shape and size. Acrylic coating looks absolutely natural. With proper care, they are worn for about 4 months. But aggressive cleaning agents should be avoided so as not to damage the structure of the material. Also, mechanical loads are not recommended, because even simple typing on the keys of a computer adversely affects the appearance of the nail. At the same time, acrylic nails are a real expanse for creative masters. All sorts of paintings, volumetric design, innovative technologies - gel or ordinary varnish can not afford this.

The disadvantage of the material is the fact that in 1 week the nail grows by 1 mm, and in a month the contrast between the acrylic-coated nail plate and the natural nail becomes obvious. Manicure looks sloppy and cheap. The way out in this situation is to visit the manicure room every 2 weeks. A professional wizard will fill the voids and level the surface.

Any load on the nails, whether cleaning the apartment, accidentally hitting the fingers, or especially pinching it, will damage the coating, as well as the nail plate itself. Defect must be repaired immediately. To do this, the extended nail is removed, and the procedure is repeated anew. In short, like long, spectacular nails - save more money. Manicure is not cheap. In addition, the correction should be recorded in advance, and it is not known whether the time and circumstances will allow to go to the salon at the specified time. Therefore, every manicure fan should master an independent technique of removing acrylic nails. Despite the assertion that this procedure can be done qualitatively only in the salon, subject to the rules, knowing all the nuances and tricks, you can safely and accurately master the technique of removing acrylic nails.

Important points when removing acrylic nails

1. The process of removing acrylic nails takes a long time. There is no rush, because the saying “Hurry up - make people laugh” is in effect. Indeed, together with an acrylic coating, you can remove the top layer of your own nail.And he will recover only after full regrowth.
2. Do not tear off the acrylic, it softens for a long time, but as time passes, it turns into a gel-like mass, which is removed by itself without harm to the nails.
3. Choose quality tools, preferably your own. The tools of a roommate in a hostel of unknown origin may turn out to be non-disinfected, and this is fraught with serious consequences.
4. Instead of acetone, it is better to use special tool AcrilikRemover for removing acrylic nails, shellac, gel nails. It is produced by different manufacturers, has the form of a liquid, plaster, spray, but the method of application is the same. The product is applied to the nail plate, wrapped in foil, time is allowed to wait 10-15 minutes, the foil is removed, and the acrylic coating is removed by itself. In rare cases, a cosmetic chisel comes to the rescue.

Maycnao Acrylic Remover, a Chinese shellac, acrylic or gel polish remover. One of the disadvantages is an unpleasant odor, and of the advantages is the ease of removing the acrylic coating without damaging its own nail plate.Nails are not deformed, while maintaining the natural shine and neat structure.

CCN Acrylic Remover. Perfectly removes acrylic nails. Does not cause skin irritation, even in allergic people. Does not overdry, does not damage the cuticle, after its application the acrylic coating cracks, peels off by itself. Available in a large volume of 120 ml. It does not have a sharp smell.

IRISK Acrylic Remover. It has a volume of 100 ml, consumption is very economical. When using the surface of acrylic nails softens and becomes supple. The coating is easily removed without damaging the nail plate.

CND Nourishing Remover. Professional American tool to remove acrylic and gel nails and shellac. The product has a nutrient-rich formula containing macadamia nut oil, vitamin E. The acrylic coating softens, leaving no white spots on the nail plate. The liquid is poured into a small deep bowl, the tips of the fingers are lowered for 8 minutes. This is enough to acrylic painlessly removed from the nail.

Orly Slip It Off Artificial Nail Remover. Professional tool that allows you to quickly remove acrylic nails. The active active ingredient is acetone,but in combination with minerals and vitamins, the remedy does not damage the cuticle or the nail covering at all. The tool is very economical to use. It is enough to moisten them with a cotton pad and walk on acrylic nail, as when removing the usual varnish.

What you need to remove acrylic nails

In addition to the acrylic coating remover, you will need the following:

• 10 × 5 or 13 × 8 cm small squares cut out of their foil
• 10 cotton pads
• metal file with a rough dusting and abrasiveness coefficient less than 100
• nail pad or pusher
• nail clippers
• lacquer finish for finishing

Acrylic Coating Stages

Observing the order of removal of the acrylic coating, you get a quality result, worthy of the hand of a professional manicurist.

1. First, the artificial part of the nail is removed, which rises above the real nail. It is not cut with scissors, but with manicure tweezers. Moreover, the artificial nail is cut off not under the root, but slightly above the regrown own nail. This is done in order not to damage the skin under the nail.
2. Next, you should soften the acrylic coating. Pre-separated cotton pads are moistened with Acrylic Remover, acetone, or other special means. The disc is pressed tightly to the nail plate with the help of foil. Then you should wait 10-15 minutes (this is indicated in the instructions of the product) so that the acrylic coating softens. Acetone is the most common nail polish remover, but it is very damaging to the nail, making it dull, yellowish. For one-time use it is acceptable, but for manicure fans it is better to purchase a special Acrylic Remover, enriched with nutrients.
3. Remove the foil immediately from all fingers. First remove from one nail, removing the acrylic residue with a pusher, then from the next, etc.
4. After removing the foil, work quickly, otherwise the acrylic will harden again in air, and the procedure will have to be repeated anew.
5. After removing the acrylic, nails are trimmed with a soft nail file.
6. The procedure ends with the application of nourishing hand cream, and not only on the skin, but also on the nails.

The best nourishing creams

1. Dr. Calendula Balm Scheller.Thick, but at the same time well absorbed, creating a protective film and leaving no greasy marks on objects. The nails do not exfoliate, the skin becomes elastic, the damaged cuticle is restored.
2. Neutrogena Nourishing Cream. Heals minor wounds, nourishes the skin and nails.
3. ROC - “Retin-Ox” Creme Hydratante Anti-Age Mains. Ideal for wrinkled hands. It nourishes and smoothes the skin. Hands become smooth, nails - shiny.

Self-care requires considerable investment. However, some procedures can be safely carried out at home. Stock up on high-quality tools, professional tools for removing acrylic, and you will have your own beauty parlor in your home, where you can correct a manicure or remove regrown acrylic nails for much less money.

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