Soak your nails in warm, soapy water for 20 to 30 minutes
Gently lift the edges of the fake nails with a cuticle stick
Apply a small amount of cuticle oil or olive oil around the edges to help loosen the adhesive
Use dental floss or a thin piece of string to carefully slide under the nail and work it loose
Repeat soaking and lifting until the nail starts to separate
For press-on nails, twist gently while lifting instead of pulling straight off
For glue-on nails, soak and reapply oil several times to weaken the bond
If a nail feels stuck, stop and soak longer rather than forcing it
Buff away leftover glue with a nail file or buffer
Wash and moisturize your hands after removal