{"id":35841,"date":"2020-03-26T15:30:30","date_gmt":"2020-03-26T07:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=35841"},"modified":"2020-03-26T15:30:30","modified_gmt":"2020-03-26T07:30:30","slug":"guide-remove-gel-nail-polish","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/guide-remove-gel-nail-polish\/","title":{"rendered":"A Step-By-Step Guide On How To Remove Gel Nail Polish Without Damaging Your Nails"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Getting a gel manicure can be fun until it takes a toll on your nails. The truth is, your glamorous gel manicure may come at a cost &#8212; weak and brittle nails. But don\u2019t be mistaken, while poor quality gel polishes may damage your nails, improper gel polish removal is usually the main culprit behind paper-thin nails. The real question is, how to remove gel nail polish without causing serious damage to your nails? Read on for our comprehensive step-by-step guide to proper gel polish removal!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What you will need:<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nail clipper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coarse and fine nail file<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cuticle oil<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reusable soak off nail clips<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cotton balls<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Acetone gel polish remover<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Triangle gel polish pusher<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electric nail file (optional)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pointed nail scraper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rubbing alcohol<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lint-free wipes<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hand cream<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 1: Trim your nails<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35842\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35842\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35842\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/hands-4863628_640-e1585188182362.jpg\" alt=\"how to remove gel nail polish remover trim nail clipper\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/hands-4863628_640-e1585188182362.jpg 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/hands-4863628_640-e1585188182362-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35842\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/hands-gloves-manicure-nails-4863628\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Carola68<\/a> \/ Pixabay)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are your manicured nails too long for your liking? Usually, by the fourth week your nails would have grown significantly and may get in the way of everyday tasks. Use a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=nail%20clipper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nail clipper<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to give your nails a quick trim. But keep in mind not to cut them too short or you\u2019ll find it hard to shape them later on.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 2: File off the seal<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35843\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35843\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35843\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1acef2a3ec854d27a0a9f34a0e3d2ef2-e1585188330226.jpg\" alt=\"how to remove gel nail polish file buffer break top coat\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1acef2a3ec854d27a0a9f34a0e3d2ef2-e1585188330226.jpg 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1acef2a3ec854d27a0a9f34a0e3d2ef2-e1585188330226-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1acef2a3ec854d27a0a9f34a0e3d2ef2-e1585188330226-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/1acef2a3ec854d27a0a9f34a0e3d2ef2-e1585188330226-420x420.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35843\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/xinzhan.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Warm Station<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wondering how to remove your gel nail polish quickly? The trick is to start by sanding down the top layer of your gel polish first. This breaks down the gel polish seal and reduces the time you need to soak your nails in acetone. Using the coarse side of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/7-Sided-Professional-Nail-File-and-Nail-Buffer-Polishing-File-Nail-Tool-Manicure-Care-Pedicure-Tools-i.54615708.2456333500\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7 sided nail file and buffer<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/xinzhan.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warm Station<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), file off the top layer gently in one direction. Make sure that the entire surface of the nail has been filed, you should not be able to see any shine.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 3: Nourish your cuticles<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35844\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35844\" style=\"width: 500px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35844\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/fc65d0dd5223f8dca454d37ecd488127.jpg\" alt=\"how to remove gel nails care dr hauschka neem nail cuticle oil\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/fc65d0dd5223f8dca454d37ecd488127.jpg 500w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/fc65d0dd5223f8dca454d37ecd488127-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/fc65d0dd5223f8dca454d37ecd488127-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/fc65d0dd5223f8dca454d37ecd488127-420x420.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35844\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/pamperincpteltd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Dr.Hauschka @ PamperInc<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gel nail polish remover can be rather harsh on your skin and cuticles. Protect your fingertips with the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Dr.-Hauschka-Neem-Nail-Cuticle-Oil-18ml-i.57514275.6909821366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Hauschka neem nail &amp; cuticle oil<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/pamperincpteltd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr.Hauschka @ PamperInc<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) which will prevent your cuticles from peeling. It contains Neem leaf, apricot kernel oil and chamomile extracts to nourish your cuticles for healthier nails. Add a drop to each fingernail and massage it\u00a0 into your cuticles. Wipe away excess oil so it doesn\u2019t interfere with the gel nail polish remover.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 4: Soak your nails<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35845\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35845\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35845\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/250e07b6782cc8024d7144447f043a0d-e1585188506255.jpg\" alt=\"how to remove gel nails purple reusable soak off clips remover\" width=\"600\" height=\"584\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/250e07b6782cc8024d7144447f043a0d-e1585188506255.jpg 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/250e07b6782cc8024d7144447f043a0d-e1585188506255-300x292.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/250e07b6782cc8024d7144447f043a0d-e1585188506255-432x420.jpg 432w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35845\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/icrownpassion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">ICROWNSTORE<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s time for the fun part &#8212; soaking your nails in acetone! Many people rely on aluminium foil to wrap their nails but the hard truth is aluminium foil is not the most sustainable material for the environment. So how to remove gel nail polish without harming the environment? We suggest buying a set of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Reusable-Keeper-Remover-Gelish-Nail-polish-Clippers-Clips-Soak-off-Gel-Clip-i.2875608.6983160\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reusable soak off gel nail clips<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/icrownpassion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ICROWNSTORE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) that will come in handy every time you remove your gel manicure!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To start your acetone soak, saturate a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/-Pack-of-2-Tollyjoy-Cotton-Balls-2x100pc-i.91799978.2895515571\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tollyjoy cotton ball<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/smartsg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">S-Mart by Shopee<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/100-Pure-Acetone-Remover-i.1898080.2742584982\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100% pure acetone remover<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/nailpolicious\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NailPolicious<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). Place the soaked cotton ball on your fingernail and secure it in place with a reusable soak off gel nail clip. Repeat this step on all five fingers (not 10!) and let them soak for about 15 minutes. It\u2019s easier to do it one hand at a time, so put on your favourite <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/k-dramas-you-definitely-have-to-watch\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Korean drama<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, kick back and relax!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 5: Scrape off polish<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35846\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35846\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35846\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/a7a3b4c7ce6570b71d4677f1c1137f4f-e1585188685435.jpg\" alt=\"how to remove gel nails scrape off polish with triangle gel polish pusher remover\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/a7a3b4c7ce6570b71d4677f1c1137f4f-e1585188685435.jpg 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/a7a3b4c7ce6570b71d4677f1c1137f4f-e1585188685435-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/a7a3b4c7ce6570b71d4677f1c1137f4f-e1585188685435-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/a7a3b4c7ce6570b71d4677f1c1137f4f-e1585188685435-420x420.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35846\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/serendipity1.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">serendipity1.sg<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you\u2019ve soaked your nails for about 15 minutes, remove the clips. Using a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Triangle-UV-Gel-Polish-Remover-Stick-Pusher-Nail-Art-Tool-i.104589926.2014495855\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">triangle gel polish pusher<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/serendipity1.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">serendipity1.sg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), slowly scrape off the gel polish that has already peeled off your nails during the soaking process. Be gentle here, you don\u2019t want to hurt your actual nails too!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Optional) Step 6: Buff off excess polish<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35847\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35847\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35847\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/38ff35221489ee5078cde3a15eb64a09-e1585188796615.jpg\" alt=\"how to remove gel nail polish electric nail file pink quick buff remover\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/38ff35221489ee5078cde3a15eb64a09-e1585188796615.jpg 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/38ff35221489ee5078cde3a15eb64a09-e1585188796615-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/38ff35221489ee5078cde3a15eb64a09-e1585188796615-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/38ff35221489ee5078cde3a15eb64a09-e1585188796615-420x420.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35847\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/chicum1.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Galaxy.sg<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no shortcuts when it comes to learning how to remove gel nail polish without damaging your nails. If you notice stubborn gel polish residue on your nails, we suggest soaking them again ( step four) for another 10 minutes. Then, carefully buff the residue away with a coarse nail file. Repeat this process until you\u2019ve successfully removed all signs of polish.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meanwhile, those who\u2019ve done gel nail overlay or have thicker layers of gel polish may notice little difference in their manicure even after completing step five. This is expected because the polish is much thicker than usual and will need extra effort to be removed. To make things easier, whip out an <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/CHC_Polish-Pen-Shape-Electric-Nail-Drill-Machine-Art-Salon-Manicure-File-Tool-Gift-i.129915157.2087208806\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">electric nail file<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/chicum1.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Galaxy.sg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). An electric nail file may seem daunting for beginners, but it\u2019s actually incredibly easy to use. This nifty tool boasts variable speeds and comes with a set of attachable bits for different nail purposes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attach the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/100Pcs-Pro-Nail-Art-Sanding-Bits-Electric-Drill-File-Machine-i.53427888.1570108603\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sanding bit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/babybox.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">babybox.sg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and turn the dial to low speed. Slowly work the electric nail file against its direction of rotation to avoid losing control. Don\u2019t use too much pressure on the nail and do not stay in one spot for too long or the nail will get hot. Once you\u2019ve gotten used to handling the electric nail file, you can turn the dial to medium speed for quicker removal. After you\u2019ve buffed off a bulk of the polish, soak your nails in acetone again and repeat step five.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Pro Tip: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may want to do this step in a well ventilated area as the electric nail file will kick up a lot of fine dust when it buffs the polish away.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 7: Clean up your nails<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35848\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35848\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-35848 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/f3335a320984e7872f8bd32b10ee0181-e1585189023664.jpg\" alt=\"how to remove gel nail polish clean up underneath nails with pointed scraper\" width=\"600\" height=\"474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/f3335a320984e7872f8bd32b10ee0181-e1585189023664.jpg 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/f3335a320984e7872f8bd32b10ee0181-e1585189023664-300x237.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/f3335a320984e7872f8bd32b10ee0181-e1585189023664-532x420.jpg 532w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35848\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/topgoes.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">topgoes.sg<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dirt and polish residue may reside underneath the nails. Remove the gunk below with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Double-Ends-Stainless-Steel-Triangle-Cuticle-Peeler-Scraper-Dead-Skin-Pusher-Remove-Gel-Nail-Polish-Nail-Art-Remover-Too-i.131431876.5400427595\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pointed nail scraper<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/topgoes.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">topgoes.sg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and gently glide it across the edge of the nail bed to eliminate any dead skin. Using the finer side of the nail file, shape your nails neatly. Then, wipe your fingernails down with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Rubbing-Alcohol-(Isopropyl-Alcohol)-250ml-i.9027162.1084097110\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rubbing alcohol<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/natural.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">natural.sg<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) and a piece of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/1000-PCS-LINT-FREE-WIPES!-Non-wool-For-Nail-Polish-Clean-Sticky-Residue-Cleanser-Remover-Removal-i.2875608.7349931\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lint-free wipe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/icrownpassion\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ICROWNSTORE<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) to remove any powdery residue and to santise the entire area.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Step 8: Moisturise your hands<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_35849\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-35849\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35849\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/596ce36807f2035bad620f2658b4b80a-e1585189114610.jpg\" alt=\"gel nail polish remover hand care cream loccitane shea butter\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/596ce36807f2035bad620f2658b4b80a-e1585189114610.jpg 600w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/596ce36807f2035bad620f2658b4b80a-e1585189114610-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/596ce36807f2035bad620f2658b4b80a-e1585189114610-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/596ce36807f2035bad620f2658b4b80a-e1585189114610-420x420.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-35849\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/sasa_official.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Sasa Official Shop<\/a>)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key to learning how you can remove gel nail polish without damaging your fingernails lies in the post-removal care. Having soaked in the gel nail polish remover, your nails will probably feel a little dry and tight. Lather on some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/L&#039;OCCITANE-Shea-Butter-Hand-Cream-i.171455343.3319786886\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">L\u2019OCCITANE shea butter hand cream<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (available on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/sasa_official.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sasa Official Shop<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) which is formulated with shea butter, honey and coconut oil for an ultra moisturising hand treatment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let your nails breathe!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know how to remove gel nail polish properly, you may be excited to deck your nails in fanciful designs again. However, we suggest you give your nails\u00a0 at least a week\u2019s break between each manicure session so they can breathe and recover. Not too keen on spending tons of money at nail salons? Give yourself a home manicure with this list of nifty <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/nail-art-singapore-tools\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">nail art tools in Singapore<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Need a last minute manicure solution for a special date? Turn to these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/nail-wraps-under-2-dollars\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">affordable nail wraps<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to transform your nails instantly!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>New to Shopee? Get $7 off (min. spend $15) with code*: <strong>BYEGEL<\/strong><br \/>\n* TNC Applies. Valid for new users from <strong>11 to 18 May 2020<\/strong> only.    \t<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting a gel manicure can be fun until it takes a toll on your nails. The truth is, your glamorous gel manicure may come at a cost &#8212; weak and brittle nails. 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