Q&A for How to Remove Shellac Nail Polish

Coconut oil or olive oil both do a great job.

Due to the removal process and the effects this has on the nails, the answer is really not that often. Just revert to standard nail polish so that your nails have time to recover.

Soak them in acetone or do wraps with acetone. Wait for 30-40 minutes, and then scratch your nail after the acetone soak. Otherwise, you will risk damaging your nails.

Normally what I would do is empty out an old/dried out nail polish container using nail polish remover, fill it up with olive oil, and then apply it as if it were nail polish. Your way should work fine too, it just might be a little messier.

Use a large buffer to remove the top coat off your nails. When this process is complete, get the difficult-to-reach areas with a smaller file. Apply clear or another color afterward to maintain the acrylic.

There are plenty of non-acetone polish removers, there are even some natural ones (soy bean based, etc.) which work pretty well in comparison to the much harsher acetone. You just have to look around to find what's right for your needs.

You should cover the acrylic tips with something like a band aid, then take off the shellac nail polish as you normally would.

You could buff the nails off with a sponge buffer or apply a clear hardening nail polish and wait for it to heal.

They do offer infills in most salons, so I presume if you don’t want to remove your nails this option is viable.

No, you'll damage the top part of your nail. However, it is a good idea to prep the nails by roughening the shellac surface before soaking them using either method.

Do the same method, but make sure you wash the acetone off properly. Cover the toenail, and make sure after the method you soak your toes with soap and water twice; otherwise, it could harm your skin if it's sensitive.

Consult Do French Ombre Nails .

Eventually, yes. It may take a while though. Be prepared to wait a while: it depends on the type as well.

That is completely up to you! if you do it at home do this: Buff the surface of your mani with a nail file to remove the shine, then soak a cotton ball in the acetone and place it directly on top of your nail. Follow by wrapping each finger with a small piece of foil, and after 10 to 15 minutes, the gel manicure should slide right off with the cotton ball.