How to Use Nail Polish Remover

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Published: Jul 15, 2015
Updated: Dec 13, 2021
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How to Use Nail Polish Remover

Removing nail polish isn't the most enjoyable part about wearing it. Still, with a few minutes' patience in a well-ventilated area, you'll be on your way to freshly scrubbed nails ready for a pretty new manicure.

Gather your supplies and place down a sheet of paper towel to catch any remover that should spill.

Open the lid of the nail polish remover and firmly place the cotton round over the opening.

Saturate the cotton round with nail polish remover.

Place the saturated cotton round over your fingernail and apply pressure. Rub the cotton round back and forth, up and down across the nail.

Use as many fresh remover-soaked cotton pads as you need.

Repeat the procedure with each fingernail.

Rub a fresh cotton round with nail polish remover over each nail to remove any excess residue or polish that might have been left behind.

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.

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Pat your hands dry.

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