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    What takes spray paint off of skin?
    Andres Matheu
    Commercial Painter
    Andres Matheu is the Owner of Hömm Certified Painting Systems, an Interior and Exterior Residential painting business based in the Washington, DC Metro area. Andres specializes in interior and exterior residential painting, color consultations, cabinet refinishing, wallpaper removal, and epoxy flooring among other services. An EPA Lead-safe Certified Firm, Hömm Certified Painting Systems has been awarded the Best of Houzz 2019 Service, Angie's List Super Service Award 2019, and Northern Virginia Magazine's 2018 Best Home Experts (painters) award.
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    If it's water-based paint, all you need to use is soap and water. If it's oil-based, you can use a special product that's friendlier to your skin than solvents. If you do have to use a solvent in an emergency, apply it, then rinse it off immediately.
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    How long does it take to get spray paint off of skin?
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    Although it is not very good for your skin, nail polish remover will take the spray paint off almost immediately.
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    I got spray paint on my foot yesterday and it is still there. Is this bad?
    Community Answer
    No. It will come off eventually.
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    I've got spray paint on my index finger and my thumb. I accidentally rubbed it before I washed my hands. Will anything happen to me?
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    No. Commercially available paints are not that dangerous. You'll be fine. If it bothers you, use gloves in the future, but there really isn't any need to be too concerned.
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    Can nail polish remover remove spray paint?
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    Yes, but it can be harsh on your skin. Consider using a non-acetone nail polish remover instead. It will still get the job done fairly quickly, but it won't be as drying.
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    How do you get hydro dipping paint off of your hands?
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    Wash your hands with cooking spray. Then lather with dish soap. This can be repeated until all the paint is off.
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    I've got spray paint on my face and when I tried to remove it it created a red streak on my face. What to do?
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    Use a face wash, and scrub a little harder than you usually would. You can also try Dawn dish soap, just be careful not to get it in your eyes or mouth.
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