Have you ever found yourself in that uncomfortable situation where you were fed up with your gel nails, but you didn’t want to book a nail appointment just to remove them?
Well, know that you are not alone!
Plenty of women worldwide tend to remove their gel polish on their own. It is a lot less expensive, it is effective, cost-efficient, as well as easy to do! Also, it can be a lot of fun!
However, have you ever heard of the gel polish sugar removal technique? It is one of the safest & newest ways that you might enjoy when it comes to removing your gel polish. So, if you are wondering what it is, Keep on reading and find out everything about this method!
How Long Does Gel Polish Last?
If you end up doing a gel manicure on your own or if you end up getting it at a salon, be prepared for phenomenal results! Your gel nails will last you, in fact, for 2-3 weeks!
How Is Gel Polish Usually Removed?
Usually, gel polish is removed at a nail salon with a nail drill or with a nail file. Each removal process is different since there are ways for you to explore.
Some women may prefer the acetone soak removal method, but we also think that the sugar removal method is safe and practical, as well as easy to do.
Removing Gel Nail Polish With Sugar: Step-by-Step Procedure
You shouldn’t rip or tug your gel nails when trying to remove them. These actions can be quite painful and may cause your cuticles to peel, or your nails to stop growing.
The sugar removal method is a hassle-free method, as long as you use the right tools and follow the right steps!
Gather around:
- A dish of some sort, preferably a bowl
- Cotton balls
- A cuticle oil
- Two tablespoons of granulated sugar
Step By Step Process For The Sugar Removal Method
Step 1: Add two tablespoons of your granulated sugar into your favorite grinder. Work the sugar for a couple of seconds and grind it.
Step 2: Once you are satisfied with its consistency, transfer it to your bowl and pour it.
Step 3: Take your cotton balls and put them into granulated sugar. Once the cotton balls are soaked start and rub your nails gently. The pressure and the texture of sugar will remove your gel polish.
Step 4: Make breaks in between the process and let your nails and your cuticles rest. Do not harm your skin. Keep on redoing the process until there is no gel left on top of your nails.
Step 5: Add a couple of drops of your favorite cuticle oil after you are done with the removal process. This will help your fingernails and your skin calm down and smooth out.
Preparation Steps:
Before you indulge in the sugar removal method you should prepare your gel nails and your fingers. How to do so? Just obey these four steps:
Wash your hands
It is crucial to wash your hands and to remove any dirt or bacteria that might be stuck on top. Germs can easily get underneath your nails and you should wash your hands with a clean soap beforehand.
Prepare the supplies
Always work with clean & washed tools. Make sure to purchase new nails files or nail drills every 4-5 weeks. Once you have all the tools set & in place, only then continue with the method.
Do not bite your nails
It is vital not to bite your nails, pick them, or cause any form of damage of your cuticles. The sugaring method may irritate your fingernails some more, which will leave you with inflamed fingers and nails.
Aftercare Steps:
Add a lot of moisture on top
The entire process can be drying on your hands & your fingernails. Make sure to restore and bring back the lost moisture with hand cream, lotion, as well as cuticle oil right afterward.
Let your nails breathe
Make sure to let your nails breathe and do not apply any new polish or gel polish on top. Your fingernails and nails should rest for (at least) 2 weeks! So, let them breathe and enjoy your natural shape and length.
Store your sugar and keep it till your next use
You don’t have to throw away your sugar. Just store its crystals in a cabinet and keep them ready for your next use. However, do not redo the process too often. Once a month is recommended.
Ready For Your Natural Nails To Come To Life?
You can easily remove the gel polish with your sugar. You can use any granulated sugar that you might have. Make sure that you have 20 minutes to spare and you’ll be polish-free before you know it!
Ajla Suceska is a Certified make up artist and a professional Nail Technician who lives in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. She has successfully completed 3 distinct make up diplomas and also worked as makeup artist in Etre Belle (A German makeup brand). Besides being a professional makeup artist, and a nail tech, she loves writing beauty articles and contributed to a number of top websites online. In simple, Ajla Suceska is a 23-year old beauty expert who simply lives and breathes fashion and beauty