6 Ways to Remove Nail Polish Without Nail Polish Remover

Erase stains from your nails with these DIYS

The sudden sight of chipped nails often hits you with a realization. Nothing lasts forever, neither our manicures nor our nail polish removers! Does this make you freak out especially because none of us seem to know how to remove nail polish when there isn’t a backup available? Here’s what you can do instead when you don’t have a nail polish remover handy. Below we have shared easy DIY hacks that can be substituted for a chemical based remover when you are in a fix. Plus we have covered tips on how to remove nail paint from your skin and clothes too. Read on!

1. Rubbing Alcohol

Also known as isopropyl alcohol, rubbing alcohol is a great alternative for nail polish removers to remove nail paint. Since rubbing alcohol is a solvent, it softens and breaks down the nail polish layer on your nail bed. Try dipping your nails in rubbing alcohol or soaking a cotton ball in it to dissolve any traces of nail polish.  

2. Vodka

Ask us how to remove nail polish without a nail enamel remover and we would promptly point towards your alcohol stash! Since vodka has a high alcohol percentage, soak your nails in it to remove chipped and peeled nail paint successfully! Other spirits like gin and brandy can work well too. 

3. Toothpaste

A regular for many DIY stain removals, using toothpaste with a baking soda formulation can help you get rid of nail polish. Baking soda or sodium bicarbonate is a mild abrasive that gently removes even the toughest of stains without harming the surface. To remove nail polish leftovers, scrub your nails with toothpaste and toothbrush to see the results.

4. Hydrogen Peroxide 

If you are looking for quick hacks on how to remove nail paint, resort to a hydrogen peroxide and hot water soak. A common household choice for cleaning skin wounds and cuts, mix hydrogen peroxide with hot water in a bowl and dip your nails in to remove an old manicure.

5. Vinegar And Orange Juice

Search the internet for queries on how to remove nail polish and you are likely to find this easy DIY recommendation. To wipe out old nail polish stains, mix equal parts of white vinegar and orange juice together. Soak a cotton ball in this mixture and rub it on your nails to get rid of drab nail paint. 

6. Deodorant

Yes you heard that right! Deodorants can be a probable substitute for your nail polish remover. If you have run out of your nail paint remover, try spraying some deodorant on your finger nails and rubbing it with a cotton pad. Because of its high alcohol content, it can be quite effective in removing nail paint stains. 

How To Remove Nail Polish Stains From Skin And Clothes

Had a mishap while applying nail paint and accidentally smudged your clothes and skin too? Here’s how you can clear the marks. 

• Nail polish smears on the skin near your fingers are a common incident. Try removing the varnish with an acetone-free nail polish remover. If you are in for a pinch, resort to alcoholic spirits for the same
• Rubbing some lemon juice apart from the above mentioned hacks works well too
• For nail polish blotches on clothes, use a stain removing detergent to restore the original condition
• You can also try mixing dishwashing detergent and white vinegar in hot water to remove nail polish pigments from clothes

Should You Completely Do Away With OTC Nail Polish Removers?

Although over-the-counter nail polish removers are high on the chemical content in comparison to DIY remedies, they are quicker in action and definitely more effective. If you are looking for alternatives to acetone based removers, try our SUGAR POP Nail Lacquer Remover that is acetone-free. Infused with vitamin E and almond oil, this nail polish remover maintains and enriches nail health without harmful reactions. 

Try these DIY nail polish removers and let us know how they work for you!

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Can I use hand sanitizer to remove nail polish?

A. Yes you can. Since hand sanitizers contain alcohol in their formula, you can use them as a quick fix for removing nail polish stains. Spritz some on your nails and rub with a cotton pad to remove them easily from your nail bed.

Q. How to remove nail paint from toes?

A. Use an acetone based or acetone-free nail polish remover for wiping out nail colour from your toes. If you are choosing other DIY options, try using baking soda, vinegar or a hydrogen peroxide soak to clean the varnish.

Q. Can I use nail polish removers even when I am pregnant?

A. Yes you can use them although we recommend cutting down on use of excess chemicals during pregnancy. If you are pregnant and using chemical based nail paints and removers, always sit in a well ventilated room to paint or clean your nails.

Written By: Damayanti Ray