Did you accidentally get nail polish on your finger? Or did your child paint his or her face with nail polish? Skin is sometimes sensitive when cleaned with harsh ingredients, such as acetone and nail polish remover. Luckily, there are always ways to remove nail polish from leather without using those harsh cleaners. This article will show you how to remove nail polish from your skin using acetone and traditional nail polish remover, as well as some cleaning agents that are gentle enough for children to use.
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Method 1 of 4: Removing Nail Polish from Skin
Step 1. Take a bottle of acetone or nail polish remover
Remember, these products can make your skin very dry and rough. Both are not recommended for use by small children or people who have very sensitive skin.
- You can use non-acetone nail polish remover, but it won't be as strong as acetone, and the polish will be more difficult to remove.
- You can buy this ingredient at a make-up store or in a department store, in the body care products section.
Step 2. Choose something to apply acetone or nail polish remover to
For small areas, use a cotton swab. For larger areas such as palms, arms, and feet, use a towel. If you have recently applied nail polish, use a cotton bud. You can hold one end of the cotton swab and use the other to clean the nail polish.
Step 3. Wear latex gloves
If you have recently applied nail polish, acetone or other nail polish remover can damage the manicure. If you don't have a cotton swab, wear a pair of latex or plastic gloves to protect your beautiful, polished nails.
Step 4. Wet a cotton swab or towel with acetone or nail polish remover
The cotton swab and towel should be moderately wet, but not soaking and dripping. If necessary, squeeze out the remaining liquid.
If you're using a cotton swab, dip it in acetone or nail polish remover. Sweep a cotton swab over the rim of the bottle mouth to remove excess liquid
Step 5. Rub the polished area clean
If necessary, add acetone or nail polish remover to a cotton swab or towel. Eventually the nail polish will go away.
Step 6. Rinse skin with soap and water
If you have sensitive skin, apply a hand cream or lotion to the nail polish area to prevent dryness.
Method 2 of 4: Removing Nail Polish from Sensitive Skin
Step 1. Remove the nail polish while it's still wet with a wet tissue
Nail polish that is still wet is easier to remove. The oil in the wet wipes will also help dissolve the nail polish, making it easier to clean. Wet wipes are great for children and sensitive areas like the face.
Step 2. Use baby oil, coconut oil, or olive oil for sensitive areas like the face
Wet the end of a towel with oil, and rub the area with the nail polish gently. The oil will help dissolve the nail polish and clean it. Clean off any excess oil with warm water and mild soap. The oil will also help nourish and soften the skin.
Step 3. Use a non-acetone polish remover on your hands and feet
Do not use non-acetone nail polish remover on your face. Wet a cotton swab with non-acetone nail polish remover and rub the nail polish area clean. Rinse with soap and warm water. Non-acetone nail polish remover is gentler than regular nail polish remover, but can still dry out your skin. If this happens, apply lotion or hand cream to the area after cleaning.
Step 4. Take a shower
To clean dry nail polish, sometimes you just need to rinse it with water and scrub it with soap and a washcloth. Use warm water, soap, and a soft washcloth or sponge. Scrub the polished area until it's clean. Warm water will help to release it more easily. Take a shower for 15 to 20 minutes for better results.
Step 5. Let the nail polish come off on its own
Eventually the polish will peel off after a few days. During this time, the skin will come into contact with the shoulders, toys, pillows, and towels. All of this will create enough friction to help the polish peel off. Children will also learn from this experience not to paint their faces with nail polish again.
Method 3 of 4: Using Other Materials
Step 1. Use spirits or alcohol-based products
Spiritus is not as strong and effective as acetone or nail polish remover, so you will have to work hard when using it. However, this material is gentler and less drying on the skin. Just choose an ingredient on the list below, then apply it to the skin, then wipe it off with a clean cloth or towel. Don't forget to wash your skin afterwards with soap and water. Here are some ingredients you can try:
- Body spray (body spray)
- Hand sanitizer
- hair spray
- Perfume
- Spirit
- Spray deodorant
- Other ingredients containing spirit
Step 2. Use wet nail polish to remove dry nail polish
Apply wet nail polish to the area affected by dry nail polish, then let it sit for a few seconds. Wipe with a clean cloth before drying. New, wet polish will help peel off the old polish. After that, clean with soap and water.
You can also try using a topcoat
Step 3. Pry off the nail polish
If there's only a small amount of nail polish stuck to it, scratch it with your fingernail until it comes off.
Step 4. Use vinegar
Do not use this method near cuts or scrapes. White vinegar is best, but you can also use apple cider vinegar. Wet a cotton swab or cotton swab with vinegar, then wipe the polish off. Keep scrubbing until clean. Rinse skin afterwards with soap and water.
- You can also make the vinegar more acidic by mixing in the lemon juice. Use lemon water and vinegar in a 1:1 ratio.
- You can also use pure lemon water.
- This method worked for some people but not for others.
Method 4 of 4: Removing Polish from Around Nails
Step 1. Clean the nail polish while it's still wet
If you've just painted your nails, just wipe them with a hard, pointy object, such as a cuticle pusher or toothpick. If the nail polish doesn't come off, wait for it to dry.
Step 2. Find a thin, even brush
Choose a brush with stiff bristles, such as a lipstick brush. Make sure you won't be using this brush again.
Step 3. Take a nail polish remover
You can also use acetone. It's harsher and more drying than nail polish remover, but it can clean much faster.
Step 4. Dip the tip of the brush into the nail polish remover
Don't let the metal parts get soaked, as this will melt the glue that holds the bristles to the brush handle. This is especially true when you use acetone.
Step 5. Remove excess liquid
You can do this by running the brush over the mouth of the bottle. If the brush gets soaked, the polish remover can drip onto your nails and ruin your manicure.
Step 6. Carefully sweep the brush over the edge of the nail
Tilt your finger toward the brush to prevent the nail polish remover from dripping onto the manicure. For example, if the nail polish is on the left side of your finger, tilt your finger slightly to the left. So even if there is too much nail polish remover, the droplets will fall onto the skin of the finger and not on the manicure.
Step 7. Wipe the area with a tissue until clean
Fold the tissue and wipe the area around the cuticles to remove any remaining nail polish.
Step 8. Know what to do next time
There are several things you can do to prevent nail polish from sticking to your fingers the next time you paint your nails. The most common is to apply Vaseline or white glue to the edges of the nails. Both will create a barrier between the leather and the polish, making it easier to clean.
- Use a cotton swab to apply Vaseline to the skin around your nails before starting your manicure. When you're done painting your nails, wipe the Vaseline with a cotton swab.
- Apply a thin line of white glue around the nail. Allow the glue to dry, then paint your nails. Peel off the dry glue when you're done with the manicure.
Tips
- Not all of the above methods work for everyone. Your skin type and even the type of nail polish you use will affect the results.
- Eventually the polish will peel off on its own after a few days. If you're not in a hurry or aren't embarrassed by the nail polish stain, you can leave it on until it comes off on its own.
- You can also use a stain remover toner and soak your nails in it.
Warning
- Never use acetone or nail polish remover on the face. Try using baby oil or other oils.
- Acetone and nail polish remover can make your nails very dry. Do not use on sensitive skin or on children. Even if you have to use it, moisturize afterward with a hand cream or lotion.
