Trim the acrylic nails as short as possible
File the top layer of the acrylic to remove the shine
Soak cotton balls in acetone
Place the acetone-soaked cotton on each nail
Wrap each fingertip tightly with aluminum foil
Wait 15 to 20 minutes
Check one nail and gently push the softened acrylic off with a cuticle pusher
Rewrap and soak again if the acrylic is still hard
Buff away any remaining residue
Wash your hands
Apply cuticle oil and hand cream