Gentle removal of your soft gel press-ons

With our step-by-step guide, you can gently remove your soft gel press-ons without leaving any residue—it's easy and won't damage your natural nails.

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Video tutorial: Gentle removal explained in under 3 minutes

Here we show you all the steps for gently removing your soft gel press-ons – easily, quickly, and gently. This protects your natural nails and gets you ready for your next look in no time.

Everything you need to remove your Soft Gel Press Ons:

  • Remover bowl or any bowl/dish
  • Oil remover
  • Soap
  • Rosewood sticks

Nice to have:

  • Remover liquid
  • 2-in-1 buffer & file
  • Duo Nail Tool
  • Nail oil
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How to properly remove Soft Gel Press Ons

Step 01

Apply oil remover

Apply the remover oil to the edges of the nails, massage it in well, and gently loosen the edges of the press-ons with the rosewood stick.

Tip

Instead of the rosewood stick, you can also use our Duo Nail Tool. The metal side can be used to gently loosen the press-on edges.

Step 02

Soak nails in oil bath

Fill our remover bowl with warm water and add 1-2 pipettes of remover oil and 2 pumps of soap. Alternatively, you can also use a small key. Then soak your nails for about 10 minutes. During this time, use the rosewood stick or duo nail tool to lift and loosen the press-ons.

                                                                            Note

If you have used nail glue, simply add an additional 10 ml of remover liquid to the oil bath.

Step 03

Removing soft gel press-ons

Now you can carefully lift and remove the Soft Gel Press Ons with the rosewood stick or the Duo Nail Tool. If necessary, soak them in the oil bath again for a few minutes.

Step 04

Remove adhesive residue from the natural nail

You can gently remove adhesive residue from your natural nails using a buffer or a cloth/cotton ball soaked in remover.

Step 05

Remove adhesive residue from press-on nails

To remove the adhesive residue from the underside of the press-ons, take a rosewood stick, place it in the center of the adhesive sticker, and simply roll it up. This makes it easy to reuse your press-on nails.

Note

This step only applies to the use of adhesive stickers. If you have attached your press-ons with nail glue, the adhesive residue usually cannot be removed without leaving traces, and you will not be able to reuse your press-ons.

Step 06

Caring for hands and nails

After removal, a little care will do your nails a world of good. If you're not starting a new manicure right away, give them a little break and gently massage our nail oil into the cuticles and natural nails to moisturize them and provide them with nourishing vitamins.

Applying Soft Gel Press Ons correctly

After gentle removal, your nails are ready for the next look. In our step-by-step guide, we show you how to apply your Soft Gel Press Ons perfectly in just 7 minutes – for a strong hold, natural shine, and a 100% wow effect.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I remove the press-ons attached with nail glue just a few days after applying them with an oil bath?

Yes, you can remove your press-ons at any time using our removal method. If you have only worn them for a short time and they are still firmly attached to your natural nails, simply add more oil and remover liquid to the water and soak them for a little longer. Keep using the rosewood stick to gently lift and loosen the press-ons.

Why is it necessary to add remover fluid to the oil bath?

If you have applied your press-ons with nail glue, the combination of remover liquid, remover oil, warm water, and soap is the perfect mixture for efficient and gentle removal. Our remover liquid is ideal for dissolving the nail glue under the press-ons.

Can you add dish soap to the oil bath instead of soap?

Yes. Dishwashing liquid has the same effect as soap: it acts as an emulsifier and ensures that water and oil mix well. Just make sure to avoid aggressive dishwashing liquids, as these will negate the nourishing effect of the oil bath.

How do I remove adhesive residue from press-on nails?

To remove adhesive residue from the underside of the press-ons, take a rosewood stick, place it in the center of the adhesive sticker, and simply roll it up. This will remove all adhesive residue from the press-ons, allowing you to reuse them.

What should I do if the press-ons are difficult to remove despite the oil bath?

Sometimes it takes a little longer for the adhesive stickers or nail glue to come off, especially if the nails have only been worn for a few days. Simply add a little more oil and remover liquid to the water and soak your nails for a few minutes longer. In between, gently work with the rosewood stick to lift and loosen the press-ons.

How long does it take to remove the Soft Gel Press Ons?

Removal usually takes between 10 and 15 minutes, depending on whether the press-ons were attached with nail glue or adhesive stickers and how long they were worn.

Can I reuse the press-ons after removing them?

Yes, if you wore them with the adhesive stickers! If you carefully peel them off and remove the adhesive residue, you can reuse the nails several times. It is best to store them in their original packaging and disinfect them before reuse.

How do I use the nail glue correctly so that I can reuse the press-ons?

Unfortunately, reuse is not possible with nail glue. If you want to wear your Soft Gel Press Ons multiple times, we recommend using our adhesive stickers – this way, you can easily reuse the nails after removing them.

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Remover Oil - Soft Gel Press Ons

Gentle removal of Soft Gel Press Ons and Gel Strips.

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Efficient tool for nail prep and surface smoothing.

$7.95
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