Gather acetone, cotton balls or pads, aluminum foil, a nail file, a cuticle stick, and cuticle oil
Wash and dry your hands
Gently file the top coat of the gel polish to break the seal
Soak cotton balls or pads in acetone
Place the soaked cotton on each nail
Wrap each fingertip tightly with aluminum foil
Leave on for 10 to 15 minutes
Remove one foil wrap and check if the gel is lifting
Gently push off softened gel with a cuticle stick
Rewrap any nails that need more time
Lightly buff away remaining residue
Wash your hands
Apply cuticle oil and hand cream
Avoid peeling or picking off the gel polish