How To Remove Shellac Nail Polish at Home In Minutes

Shellac polish is the most beautiful thing that your nails deserve, but like every other polish here comes a time when you have to finally give your nails a gap to breathe or change the polish. If you have gorgeous shellac manicure on for weeks now, your hands may still look pretty good but you may get bored or there could be any other reason.

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If you’re someone who never did polish taking of job at home, this is your sign to learn with us and try it when you need it. Maybe the thought of removing shellac polish feels like a chore to you, but! There’s no need to worry!

There are a few simple steps to follow and then you can remove your shellac polish at home in just minutes.

And guess what? It’s super easy!

Let me walk you through it.

What You’ll Need:

Acetone Nail Polish Remover (make sure it’s 100% acetone—it’s the only thing that works on shellac).
Aluminum Foil (cut into small squares, big enough to wrap your nails).
Cotton Balls or Pads (cut them into small pieces to fit your nails).
A Nail File (to rough up the shiny top layer).
Cuticle Oil or Lotion (to keep your nails happy afterward).
An Orange Stick or Nail Pusher (optional, but helpful for cleaning up).

Step 1: Rough It Up

First, grab your nail file and gently buff the shiny top layer of your shellac polish. You don’t need to go crazy—just scratch it up a little so the acetone can get through. This step is like opening a door for the remover to do its job.

Step 2: Soak the Cotton

Next, cut your cotton balls or pads into small pieces—just big enough to cover your nails. Soak each piece in acetone. This stuff is strong, so it might smell a bit, but it’s the secret weapon for removing shellac.

Step 3: Wrap It Up

Get the soaked cotton wrapped around your nails. Make sure no area is left and all the fingers are done. Now is the time to wrap those already-soaked cotton-wrapped fingernails tightly with aluminum foil. This step is to prevent acetone from drying out so the process will speed up.c

Step 4: Wait a Bit

After step three you need to wait for around 10-15 minutes to let acetone perform the job effectively. Meanwhile, you can enjoy a quick scroll on your phone watch some videos, or make a call to your friend. Acetone will keep on breaking the shellac polish you can gently press it if you want to speed up the process.

Step 5: Gently Scrape It Off

After waiting, remove the foil wraps one by one. The shellac should look bubbly or peeling. Use an orange stick or nail pusher to *gently scrape off the polish. If it doesn’t come off easily, rewrap it and wait a few more minutes. Don’t force it—your nails will thank you!

Step 6: Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize

After making your nails free from polish rinse off your hands so that any leftover acetone is removed. Acetone causes dryness to your nails and cuticles, so moisturize with cuticle oil. It will make your nails grow super healthy.

Tips to Make It Even Easier:

Work in a ventilated area: Acetone smells strong, so open a window or turn on a fan.
Don’t peel or pick: It’s tempting, but peeling off the polish can damage your nails.
Pamper your nails: After removing the shellac, treat your nails to a strengthening hydrating mask.

Why This Works

The acetone breaks down the shellac, and the foil traps it so it can work its magic. By filling the top layer, you’re giving the acetone a way to get in and do its job. It’s like a science experiment for your nails—and it works every time!

Final Thoughts

For those who think removing your manicure or shellac polish is scary or hard thing this blog breaks all your fears. A simple procedure of twenty lets you take it off easily and everyone can do it. With a professional guide and tutorial, you get everything done easily!

Now, go show off those fresh, clean nails! 💅✨