You can try to rock the nails back and forth slightly while they are soaking then the soapy water. This might help to get some water to the adhesive and loosen it. After about 10 minutes of soaking your fingertips, remove them from the water and see if you can peel off the nails.
After a few minutes, try to rock the nails back and forth to see if they are loose enough to pull off. Don’t try to force off the nail if it will not come off easily.
Roll the cuticle pusher down from the cuticle towards the tip of your nail. Don’t start from the tip and work backwards.
If the adhesive does not seem to budge, then you can try soaking your nails in warm water or applying a bit of nail polish remover with a cotton ball.
Keep in mind that nail polish removers that contain acetone can dissolve adhesives, but the non-acetone kind will not.
Try to get the nail polish remover under the fake nail to help loosen the adhesive.
Take your time, even if the nail seems loose. Pulling a press-on off too quickly can cause damage to your nails. [5] X Expert Source Mia RubieNail Artist Expert Interview. 23 April 2020.
Try using a few drops of cuticle oil to give your nails a natural shine while you let them heal.
You can also use a nail file to smooth out jagged edges if your nails are already short.
Use a small buffing square and gently buff away any rough patches on your nails.
