Women love to change their nail color on a regular basis. One day you feel like wearing red nail polish, and the next day, you want something more natural, like a green color. Or nude color.
The downside of changing nail polish color often and frequently is you have to use a nail polish remover on a daily basis. And when it comes to nail polish removers, they contain acetone, a clear liquid that evaporates and smells awful.
That is one of the many reasons why people are constantly looking for a natural solution.
No matter whether you are looking for a natural solution because of the harmful effects of acetone, or you just do not have some nail polish remover at home, these solutions will help you.
Alcohol
Alcohol is a solvent, just like acetone. But unlike acetone, it is less harmful on your skin. And it does not smell awful once it evaporates.
You can use rubbing alcohol, which would be the best option. However, if you do not have rubbing alcohol, otherwise known as isopropyl alcohol, you can use any product that contains alcohol.
Just remember, the stronger the alcohol content, the better the results will be. For example, you can use clear, high-alcohol drinks like vodka or gin.
Start by soaking your fingers in warm water, and then dab some cotton swab in alcohol.
Rub the alcohol on your nails, and wait for the nail polish to soften.
You can use another clean cotton swab to wipe off the alcohol and nail polish.
White vinegar
Vinegar is an acid liquid, which is why it helps get rid of nail polish. Some people use clear white vinegar, while others mix vinegar with lemon juice for an even more potent solution. Because it is acidic, vinegar can strip away nail polish.
Same as with alcohol, soak your fingers in the water. Then, soak them in solution with half a lemon and vinegar. You can even add some orange juice for a more powerful citrus cleaning.
Do not pick away the polish with your nails. Instead, use a cotton swab to rub the nail polish and wipe it away.
Toothpaste
Toothpaste was originally designed to help you clean your teeth, and whiten them. But the same chemicals that help toothpaste clean your teeth, can help you clean your nails as well.
For this solution to work, we recommend buying basic white toothpaste.
Use an old toothbrush to scrub away the nail polish. Put your fingers over a paper towel so that you do not make a mess.
Toothpaste will lift the polish, and then pull the color off your nails.
Some people even mix toothpaste with baking soda for a more abrasive solution. That works as well.
Hydrogen peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is a known home and natural remedy for many issues.
In home remedies, we often use hydrogen peroxide as a skin lightening agent, as a disinfectant, and as an antiseptic. Hydrogen peroxide helps remove dead skin cells and clean the area. For your nail polish, use 3% hydrogen peroxide.
Mix two parts of hydrogen peroxide and one part of hot water.
In other words, two cups of hydrogen peroxide and one cup of water.
Soak your fingers in the solution for 10 minutes. Do not use extremely hot water, but do use hot water you can stomach.
Use a cotton swab to lift and wipe the nail polish. You can finish off with a nail file to shape your nails.
Body spray
Body spray contains some alcohol, which is why you can use it as a remedy for removing nail polish. We explained how alcohol is a solvent, and in the same way, body spray helps.
When you use body spray, just bring the bottle only a couple of inches away from your nails.
Spritz the nail, and then immediately wipe off the nail color.
Use a cotton ball or cotton swab to wipe off the body spray. Spritz again if there is still nail polish remaining. Repeat on all nails.
Perfume
Love to use perfume and smell good? There is one more reason to indulge in it.
Regular perfume can help you to remove nail polish without nail polish remover, as it also contains alcohol.
Dip a cotton ball or cotton swab in perfume, and then rub and scrub your nails with it.
Apply just a little pressure to get the paint off your nails.
Warm water
If you apply light coating nail polish, just warm water can do the trick. Water helps dissolve the nail polish, soften it, and make it easy to wipe off.
It is a natural way to get rid of nail polish as possible. Give it a shot if you have a light coat and layer of nail polish. Otherwise, it will not work, and you have to look for other ways to remove nail polish without nail polish remover.
What you need to do?
Put your fingers in a bowl with warm water, and soak them for 20 to 25 minutes.
At this point, the polish should become soft.
Rub the nails with a dry piece of cloth, and the polish will come off effortlessly.
Hand sanitizer
Last, but not least on our list of natural remedies for removing nail polish is hand sanitizer. It is also a solvent, and chances of carrying one are great.
Just put some hand sanitizer on your nails, rub and scrub with a clean cloth, and the nail polish will come off.
