If you’re a busy parent, a student, or someone who lost their foil in a move, try warm water and gentle buffing. Soak nails in warm water for 20 minutes, then use a fine-grit buffer to wear away the top layer. It’s slower, but it works.
How to Remove Gel Polish, Fake Nails, Acrylic & More: Complete Guide
For a Whoopi Goldberg in Sister Act level of resourcefulness: Use hand sanitizer (high in alcohol) instead of acetone in a pinch. It’s not perfect, but it’ll soften the gel enough for careful removal. Always hydrate after—sanitizer is drying.
