How To Remove A Permanent Varnish?
Semi-permanent nail polish is a fast, resistant process that can easily last 3 weeks. After this time, the nail polish will be worn out, your natural nail will have grown and demarcation will be visible. You will then have to consider removing the permanent nail polish to make room for a new colour or to remove it completely.
What is permanent nail polish?
Permanent nail polish has a gel formula; unlike classic nail polish, it dries and hardens under UV or LED light. This substance is called Soak-Off, which means that it can be removed with a suitable liquid and that it is impossible to remove this material with a remover.
Whatever the application technique used, be careful when you decide to remove permanent nail polish: it is important to preserve the natural nail and not to damage it. It is therefore forbidden to scratch, bite or pull it off!
Thus, we recommend you seek some professional help. You can book your appointment at Nail ETC to rid of the permanent varnish and give a new look to your nails, and most importantly, this salon is very affordable for such services.
How to remove permanent varnish with cosmetic acetone or remover?
This method consists of melting the semi-permanent varnish, either with a manicure bowl or with cotton and aluminium.
For this you will need the following equipment:
- A polishing block also called a Buffer
- A permanent nail polish remover
- A cuticle pusher
- A manicure bowl or cotton and aluminium
Technique 1: How to dissolve semi-permanent nail polish with foil?
Prepare cellulose squares (cotton) and pieces of aluminium foil
Mattify all the colour with the polishing block in order to remove the shiny part of the permanent varnish and facilitate the application
Soak the cotton pads with remover or cosmetic acetone
Place a soaked cotton pad on each nail and wrap each finger with aluminium foil to form papillotes
Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. Please note that the application time depends on the thickness applied and the brand used.
Remove each roll and scrape off any remaining residue with the cuticle pusher if necessary. If you still have a lot of permanent nail polish left on your nails, you can repeat the papering step.
Use the polishing block on all the nails to unify the natural nail and to remove the last small residues.
How to remove semi-permanent nail polish with a manicure bowl?
Contrary to the papillote, this solution requires greater use of liquid:
Rub the colour with the polishing block to make it matt and thus remove the gloss of the permanent varnish to facilitate melting
Fill your manicure bowl with remover liquid and dip your fingers in the container for 10-15 minutes, the waiting time depends on the brand and the thickness applied
Take your fingers out and wipe them with a cotton pad
Gently scrape off the nail polish residue with the cuticle pusher
Repeat the step if you notice that there is still a lot of nail polish left on the nail
Smooth the natural nail with a polishing block
How to remove the semi-permanent nail polish by filing it?
This technique requires a lot of vigilance because the risk of damaging the nails is greater! By filing the natural nail too much, the keratin is removed, which can lead to thinner, brittle nails and, in some cases, excessive filing can cause serious infections.
If you choose this technique, you can use a professional soft file with 180/240 grit or a sander with a special permanent varnish tip.
We remind you that the use of the sander is reserved for people with training and a good command of the device. You must use regular and light movements to avoid damaging or weakening the natural nail plate and to avoid creating irregularities. With the sander, use a low speed to better control your movements and the pressure on the nail.
Finish by passing the polishing block over the nails to even out the natural nails.
Whether you choose to remove the nail polish with a file or a sander, under no circumstances should the nail be filed. If you feel a warming sensation, it is already too late!
