The nail glue container can get stuck when the glue leaks and locks the lid. If your nail glue cap is stuck, there are a few simple ways to open it. In new nail glue containers, you may have to pin the ends with a pin. Be careful when opening the nail glue case as it contains chemicals and can cause skin burns.
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Method 1 of 2: Loosen the Cap of the Nail Glue Container
Step 1. Soak the glue bottle in 250 ml of hot water for about 5 minutes
Put hot water in a small bowl. Do not use boiling water, as this can melt the glue container. Next, dip the glue container in the water for about 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, remove the glue container with a spoon or fork and try to open the lid.
- If there is a lot of glue around the lid, you may need to let it soak longer or try another method.
- You can also add a few drops of dish soap or 1 tbsp. (15 ml) white vinegar to the water.
- Be sure to thoroughly wash the bowls or utensils before you use them for food containers after you have done this process.
Step 2. Apply white vinegar to the edges of the lid
Vinegar isn't really a strong solvent, but it can loosen some of the glue that's stuck to the lid of the container. Dip a cotton swab in white vinegar, then use it to wipe along the edges of the lid. Let the vinegar sit there for about 5 minutes. After that, try opening the lid.
If there is no white vinegar, try using red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
Step 3. Scrub the glue cap with an acetone nail polish remover
Dip a cotton swab into the nail polish remover, then rub it along the edges of the glue cap. Let the solution sit there for about 3 minutes before you try to open the lid.
Make sure you use a nail polish remover that contains acetone, as this active ingredient can dissolve the glue
Step 4. Dip the glue cap in acetone-based nail polish remover if it's really hard to open
If there is a lot of glue on the outside of the lid, dip the top of the glue container in the acetone. Let the glue cap soak for about 15 seconds before you remove it. After that, let the glue container sit for about three minutes before you open the lid again.
Warning:
Never use your teeth or try to open the glue cap while it is still stuck. Nail glue is a chemical that can cause burns. Never place it near the mouth.
Method 2 of 2: Piercing the Tip of the Nail Glue Tube
Step 1. Read the instructions on the glue package
If you don't have a hole in the nail glue container, you may need to poke it. Read the instructions on how to remove the glue, if any.
You can also visit the glue manufacturer's website for information on the correct way to remove nail glue
Step 2. Pin a pin in the center of the glue tip or where indicated
With most nail glues, you only need to make a small hole with a pin. Open the lid of the glue container, then find the center of the end of the container and stick a pin in the middle. After that, unpin it from there.
Some nail glues have a lid where you can use the top to poke holes in the container as you tighten it. This special cap can also prevent the glue from drying out
Step 3. Reclose the nail glue container when not in use
Nail glue dries quickly so you should always put the cap on when not in use. Tighten the lid to prevent the glue from leaking and drying out.
Tip: You can also put nail glue in a plastic clip bag to prevent it from drying out. Place the tube of nail glue in a plastic bag and blow out the air before you close the plastic.
Step 4. Trim the tip of the nail glue if you can't pierce it
If you can't puncture the end of the container, or you just need to cut the end, use sharp scissors to cut the end of the glue container straight about 3mm from the end of the tube. Hold the glue tube with the tip facing up as you do this to prevent the glue from oozing out.
- Remove the cut end and attach the cap to the end of the tube to prevent the glue from leaking or drying out.
- This method is less than ideal when applied to a portion of the nail glue container because the clipped edge makes the hole in the nail glue bigger. However, if the instructions on the glue package tell you to cut the end of the tube to open it, you can try this option.
Warning
- Be careful not to spill the nail glue on the skin. This can result in severe burns. Keep nail glue out of reach of children or pets. They'll probably try to open the lid and get a burn when they hit the glue.
- Place nail glue in a cupboard that is not close to medicines and other cosmetics. There have been cases of people accidentally dripping nail glue on their eyes because they mistakenly thought it was eye medicine.
