How to remove Shellac?

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Shauna S.

Jul 13, 2016

Shauna S.

The woman at the nail salon said to come back and get it removed. Can I remove Shellac at home or should I go to the salon?

Jackie S.

Jul 13, 2016

Jackie S.

Shellac, like any other 'nail addition' can be removed with pure acetone. Last time I had silk wraps, I soaked a piece of cotton in 100% acetone and placed them on my nail, wrapped tin foil around and waited...a while. After 20 mins you can check one nail, it should basically be melting and become gooey. Remember, do not rip. If the polish doesn't come off easily with a cuticle pusher, rewrap it and wait. After, wash hands and moisturize!

Shauna S.

Jul 13, 2016

Shauna S.

Hmmmm maybe I'll just get it done professionally lol

Lara C.

Jul 13, 2016

Lara C.

Its really easy, just soak in acetone or use the nail wrapping technique.

Aurora S.

Jul 13, 2016

Aurora S.

It's actually very easy, you can find vids on YouTube on how to properly take them off.

Kitty K.

Jul 13, 2016

Kitty K.

It's easy but it's one of those tedious tasks! You should ask your nail lady how much they charge.. A lot of salons will charge nothing and up to $10 for removal. If they charge very little or not at all then do it at the salon. It's a bit annoying as you have to take bits of cotton balls soaked in acetone and then wrap it with foil to stay in place on both hands. Then you have to remove it gently in the same direction using a pick that has a flat end (like a spatula ) going from the base to the tip. If you go in the opposite direction you can damage your nail (which is very weak after the acetone soak... A video will definitely explain it a lot better!)
The average pricing I have seen is between $3-7 for removal. However this nail salon I've found is very classy and pricey looking yet charges the same as any other salon and removes shellac/gel for no charge so don't be afraid to explore!

Kitty K.

Jul 13, 2016

Kitty K.

Also some salons also do a treatment after removing shellac/gel to help so keep that in mind if they charge a bit :)

Brianna R.

Jul 13, 2016

Brianna R.

You can just soak them in acetone.

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