How to Remove Acrylic Nails Yourself

Paying for dashing digits is expensive. It hard enough to let go of the cash to have acrylic nails put on in the first place. But then to have to pay for removal is really aggravating. No sweat, do it yourself. (This works best if your nails need a fill or are already lifting.)

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Clippers
• Emory board/nail file

1. 1. Loosen the acrylic from the natural nail by running a fingernail (or use the file) under the acrylic. Gently tug around each side of the nail bed (the part that the salon fills each time)

2. 2. Use the nail tip to wiggle and loosen the acrylic.

3. 3. Using your clippers snip the tips off. This will leave your natural nails very short but they will grow out healthy and you will have less acrylic to remove.

4. 4. Now remove the rest of the acrylic by gently pealing off what's left on the nail. You can use water or remover to soften them but be careful as this will make your natural nail easier to tear.