How to remove shellac from nails at home

High-quality coating keeps on nails for more than 2 weeks, so removing it is not so easy. The removal of shellac refers to salon procedures, a qualified master will cope with the task in a short time, observing the technology. But what about girls who do not have the opportunity to visit the salon? That's right, resort to removing shellac at home. The duration of the procedure varies from 40 to 60 minutes, depending on the chosen method.

Ways to remove shellac at home

• Acetone based nail polish remover.
• Acetone without impurities.
• Professional set for removal gel varnish.

Precautionary measures

1. It is important to understand that the chemicals used to remove the coating are extremely aggressive. Besides the fact that they damage the nail plate, they also traumatize the skin of the hands. If the technology is not followed, burns, allergies, and inflammatory processes may appear.In such cases, it is immediately worth refusing to carry out the procedure on your own, and then contact a qualified master. After successful removal of the coating, it is imperative to conduct a “resuscitation” of dull, brittle and exfoliating nails. As for the special liquid (remover) for removing gel polishes, it is harmless and specially created for these purposes.
2. It is strictly forbidden to tear off shellac by any means, including with the help of a manicure gable or scissors. You can not cut the coating, such actions entail disastrous consequences. Also, do not press hard on the nail, so as not to damage it.
3. Choose a well ventilated room as shellac removal room. Do not spend the procedure in the bathroom or bedroom, at this time do not let children and pets. Substances that remove coatings are volatile and toxic. If possible, purchase a disposable respirator for such needs.
4. Before the procedure, you should thoroughly wash your hands with soap and treat them with an antiseptic. Do not proceed to remove the gel polish until the nails are completely dry.Usually it takes from 15 to 30 minutes to evaporate moisture. This step should be done in order to exclude the possibility of infection of the skin or nail plate, if something goes wrong.
5. All tools used to remove shellac should be plastic, glass or wood. Metal appliances can react with chemicals.

How to remove shellac with nail polish remover

Necessary materials:cosmetic tampons; electrical tape or tape; nutritious cream; cuticle oil; nail polish remover with acetone; stick or shovel for manicure; foil.

1. Prepare your hands for the procedure, wash and dry thoroughly. Treat with antiseptic.
2. Cut cosmetic swabs into 2 or 4 pieces depending on the original size. It is allowed to use cotton pads or ordinary cotton, in this case you need to cut pieces that match the size of the nails.
3. Expand the foil and cut it into rectangles of 10 * 10 cm. This should be enough for you to wrap your finger, and then fix the foil.
4. Treat the skin around the nails with a fat cream to protect it in case of ingress of chemicals.
5. Liberally soak a cosmetic swab or cotton pad in nail polish remover, do not wring. Put a compress on the nail, trying not to fall on the skin. Fix with foil, wrap insulating tape on top so that no air enters. Do some simple manipulations with the other nails.
6. Wait a quarter of an hour, then begin to massage the foil and cotton, helping the shellac to move. Wait another 10 minutes.
7. After the time has elapsed, remove the compresses from all fingers, gently remove those parts of the coating that are loose. Do not push and do not try to tear off that which is not torn off.
8. Again moisten cosmetic tampons in nail polish remover, put them on your fingers, fix with foil and tape. Again, wait 15 minutes, then massage the compress.
9. After the second stage, the shellac will disappear without difficulty. Remove all compresses alternately, soak a cotton pad in acetone and wipe each finger. Then remove the residues with an orange stick, and then wipe again. Repeat until you are satisfied with the result.

Important!
Remove the foil and cosmetic tampons need to queue, otherwise acting with air shellac again hardens. Start treatment with the little finger, gradually moving to the other fingers.

Removing shellac with acetone

One of the most extreme ways to remove a coating.

Necessary materials:pure acetone; olive oil; fat cream; cotton pads; glass container.

1. Disinfect hands. Treat your fingers well with olive oil, rubbing it into both the skin and the plate itself. Wait 10 minutes for the composition to be absorbed, remove it with a napkin and repeat the manipulations.
2. Apply to the skin around the nails rich nourishing cream (suitable for children or anti-frost) with a thickness of about 2 mm. This is necessary in order to minimize the harmful effects of chemistry on the skin.
3. Pour into the container enough acetone to cover all the nails. Dip your fingers in a bowl, wait 20 minutes.
4. When the time expires, remove the shellac with a dry cotton pad. If the coating does not move well, put your fingers in the bath for another 5 minutes. After that, wipe your nails again and remove the remnants of an orange stick.

Important!
If you feel even the slightest inconvenience under the nails or on the skin, immediately pull out your fingers and wash them thoroughly with soap. For ladies who regularly make shellac coating, but take it off at home, this method should be abandoned immediately.Regular exposure to acetone aggravates the condition of the nails and fingers in general.

How to remove shellac using a professional set

The kit is sold in specialized stores of cosmetics for masters of nail service. In it you will find all the necessary materials to remove the coating. The set costs about 900 rubles. The harmful effects on the nail plate and the skin is completely excluded, the product contains natural oils, ethers and glycerin.

Materials included:professional remover to remove gel polish; stylus, spatula, orange sticks (one device replaces the other); finger covers.

1. Thoroughly wash your hands, treat them with antiseptic or regular vodka. Dry the nail plate in a natural way for 20 minutes.
2. On professional covers for fingers you will find attached sponges. Moisten them abundantly with gel polish remover (remover).
3. Put special “pockets” on your fingers so that the wetted sponge is located on the nail plate. Carefully fasten with suitable velcro on the covers.Try not to handle two hands at once, so that the quality does not suffer, and it was convenient for you to carry out the procedure.
4. Carefully read the instructions, find the column with the duration of exposure, from each manufacturer it has its own. As a rule, the duration of action varies from 10 to 15 minutes.
5. When the time expires, remove the cover from one finger and evaluate the result. Shellac should move freely. To check this, pry off the cover with the stylus. Otherwise, put the pocket back on your finger and wait another 5-10 minutes.
6. Now remove the covers one after the other, starting with the little finger. After that, remove the remnants of shellac with an orange stick, moisten a cotton pad in the remuver and wipe the nail plate. Repeat the manipulation with each nail, then move to the second hand.
7. If the master turned out to be conscientious, as a result of which the coating does not depart so easily, slightly pry it with the stylus, then put on the cover moistened with liquid again. Continue the procedure until you achieve the desired effect.

Decided to remove shellac yourself? To begin, select the appropriate method. As for acetone, it can be replaced with isopropyl alcohol, the technology is preserved.After removing the gel polish every day, several times cover your nails with the “Smart Enamel” restorer, which is sold in a pharmacy. In the evening, rub camphor, olive or almond oil into the plate.

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