How to remove nail polish from nails, skin and clothes

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There are many reasons why you can get nail polish on your skin, clothes or in some cases need to remove nail polish. What to remove nail polish with or how to remove nail polish, is something many people care about. Some measures can help you remove nail polish effectively and limit the worst effects.

1. How to remove nail polish from nails

There are actually many different types of nail polish, nail polish removers, especially gel nail polish that are difficult to remove from nails. Some simple remedies used to remove nail polish on nails that you can use at home are:
Rubbing alcohol: Alcohol is a solvent that can dissolve nail polish. Soaking nails in alcohol or dabbing them with a cotton ball soaked in nail polish can dissolve the polish. This method may take longer than using nail polish remover, but can be done at home and is quite safe. Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer: Another handy alcohol-based hand sanitizer you can use to soften nail polish. Try soaking your hands in antibacterial hand sanitizer to see if the nail polish softens, then use a cotton ball or cloth to scrub it off. Toothpaste: Scrub your nails with regular toothpaste or one containing baking soda. After a few minutes of scrubbing, use a towel to wipe your nails and see if this works. Besides, you can also use nail polish remover to effectively remove the polish on the nail surface. Hydrogen peroxide and hot water: H2O2 is used in a lot of cosmetics and beauty products to lighten the skin and can also help remove nail polish or toenails. Try soaking your nails in a mixture of hydrogen peroxide and hot water. This has the effect of softening the paint so you can wipe it off or file it lightly.
In addition to nail polish remover tips, an over-the-counter (OTC) nail polish remover can be used. There are many paint removers that contain acetone or not. But they are all chemicals that have the potential to cause harm to the body if used regularly.
Acetone can break nail polish quickly and effectively. Acetone-free nail polish removers may be less toxic than acetone-based removers, but often take longer to remove the polish and won't remove darker nail polish colors.
Soaking in acetone for a long time (from 10-15 minutes) is the only way to remove gel nail polish. You can soak your hands directly or use a cotton ball soaked in chemical nail polish remover on your nails to remove the paint.

2. How to remove nail polish from skin

Nail polish can get on your skin when you paint your nails. If you wash with normal water, it will be difficult to remove nail polish. Here are some simple remedies to remove nail polish from your skin:
Use nail polish remover with or without acetone. Use a cotton ball or cotton swab soaked in bleach and then wipe over the skin with nail polish. Use warm water: Soak the affected area in warm water, then remove the nail polish. Also use the same measures as nail polish remover with alcohol, alcohol-based hand sanitizer... After removing the nail polish from the skin, you should use extra skin moisturizer, because after removing your skin you will tend to get dry.

3. How to remove nail polish stains from clothes

If you accidentally get nail polish on your clothes, try to contain the stain as quickly as possible and make sure the stain doesn't spread. Then, use an absorbent paper product such as a tissue or a piece of toilet paper to remove as much nail polish from the garment. Then, dip a cotton swab or a small rag in nail polish remover, acetone, or non-acetone to blot away the stain.
In addition, there are a few other ways to remove nail polish from your clothes:
Use a regular stain remover on clothes then wash. Add white vinegar to the clothes, then wash the clothes to remove the stains. Wash your clothes immediately after the paint gets on them to make sure the stains don't stick. You should depend on what is available to use to remove nail polish from clothes.

4. Some notes when using nail polish remover

Acetone evaporates quickly, so be careful not to overdo the product and avoid inhaling them. Long-term exposure to acetone can cause headaches and dizziness. Additionally, Acetone is also highly flammable, so avoid using it around flames.

Keep acetone and non-acetone nail polish removers away from children and never drink them. This can avoid poisoning yourself and your family.
If you are pregnant, you should limit the use of nail polish and nail polish remover. Because chemicals used to paint or remove nail polish can be harmful to the body if used regularly.
The above are considered some safe and effective ways to remove nail polish. You can apply it to see efficiency and save costs when you have to go to the shop.
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Reference source: healthline.com