You don’t need a chemistry degree, just a few basics from your bathroom. Grab 100% pure acetone (not regular nail polish remover—that’s too weak), cotton balls, aluminum foil, a nail file, and cuticle oil. Bonus points for a glass bowl to hold the acetone.
For a luxe upgrade, use pre-made gel removal wraps from brands like Kiss or Elf. They’re basically fancy fingers gloves. Fun fact: Acetone was first synthesized in 1832 by French chemist Jean-Baptiste Dumas. It’s not just a polish remover—it’s a history lesson in a bottle.
