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How To Remove Your Dip Nails

To get started, you will need the following items:

We have various methods under Removal Kits to soak-off your DIPD Nails. These methods work for dip powder nails, dipping powder and SNS style manicures.

Checkout this video to help you choose the best method for removal.

 

How to remove dip nails using Foil Wraps & Cotton wool

What you will need: 
  • Dip Remover or Acetone (must be pure acetone, not diluted versions will not soak off efficiently)
  • Coarse buffer (Buffer Pack), nail file or e-file (Portable E-file)
  • Cotton Wool
  • Foil cut to size or our Removal Foil Wraps
Step 1: 

Buff until there is a thin layer of product left over on the nail. Be mindful not to over-buff down to the natural nail.

How To Safely Remove Your Polish

Step 2: 

Prepare aluminum foil squares big enough to wrap each nail with a cotton ball. How To Safely Remove Your Polish

Step 3: 

Soak cotton balls in acetone

How To Safely Remove Your Polish

Step 4: 

Place soaked cotton ball on each nail and secure in place by wrapping aluminum foil around the nails

How To Safely Remove Your Polish

How To Safely Remove Your Polish

How To Safely Remove Your Polish

Step 5: 

Without disrupting the foil wrap, wait 15-20 minutes for the nails to soak.

How To Safely Remove Your Polish

Step 6: 

In a twisting motion, gently remove foil wraps.

How To Safely Remove Your Polish

How To Safely Remove Your Polish

Any additional residue can be removed with a file. If necessary, soak nails for an extra five minutes.