Do you ever get tired of the same old manicure? If so, you’ll want to read on because we’re about to share a DIY tip that will have you never have the same old manicure again. As you probably already know, dip powder nails are super popular right now. But the problem with this trend is that not all brands are created equal. So to avoid getting dip powder nails from the wrong source, we created our very own dip powder nail polish remover. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of elbow grease, you can make your very own dip powder nail polish remover. This means there’s no need to buy expensive bottles of acetone anymore. Let’s take a look at how to remove dip powder nails without acetone.
What You’ll Need
- 1 tablespoon of acetone nail polish remover
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda
- 1 tablespoon of water
- A small bowl or glass container
How to Remove Dip Powder Nails Without Acetone
If you’ve been following our blog, then you know we’re a big fan of DIY projects. And this one is no exception. If you want to remove dip powder nails without acetone, all you need are the following ingredients:
- One cup of warm water
- One teaspoon of dish soap
- Two teaspoons of rubbing alcohol
Simply mix the ingredients together and soak your nails in the mixture for 10 minutes. The nail polish will easily rub off with just your fingers, making it easy and safe to remove dip powder nails without acetone. Let’s take a look at how this works in action.
Step by Step Instructions
- Bring 1/2 cup of warm water to a boil
- Pour the boiling water into a bowl and add 1/3 cup of white sugar
- Whisk together until the sugar is dissolved, then let it cool
- Once the mixture has cooled, pour it into an empty nail polish remover container
- Make sure you shake the container before use
- Dip your nails in the mixture for 10-15 seconds and then wipe them with a cotton ball or soft cloth
Conclusion
Not sure how to remove dip powder nails without acetone? Here are step-by-step instructions and what you’ll need for the process.
- Use a cuticle pusher to gently push the nail away from the nail bed.
- Scratch the surface of the nail with a nail file to break up the top layer of color.
- Use an acetone-soaked cotton ball or pad to carefully remove the color from the nail.
- Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have removed all of the colors from the nail.
- Wash your hands with soap and water to remove any traces of acetone.
- Apply a moisturizer to your hands to soothe and hydrate them.