When removing nail polish, you need to make sure you have the right product for the job. Acetone nail polish remover can be a good choice as long as it does not contain methanol, because this substance can be harmful to the skin. You may also want to avoid products that have artificial colors and perfumes, as these do not affect the product. It is helpful to read the label to see if the product can be used with both artificial and natural nails.
Some manufacturers claim to produce non-acetone nail polish remover, which many people believe is safer than remover that contains acetone. These brands may contain methanol, a substance which can be more toxic than acetone if allowed to come into contact with the skin. You may want to read the product label in order to see if the nail polish remover you are considering contains this harmful ingredient, especially if it is purported to be a low-acetone variety.
While you are looking at the list of ingredients, it is smart to see if artificial colors or perfumes are also added. These do not affect the way nail polish is removed, and are not needed. The sole purpose of these additives is to improve the look and smell of acetone nail polish remover, especially since this product often has a harsh chemical odor to it.
Acetone nail polish remover can typically remove all types of nail polish, but may sometimes remove artificial nails as well. Before you use this product, you might want to find out which brands are used solely to remove nail polish and which ones could also remove artificial nails. It is wise to talk to your manicurist if the product label does not specify one way or another.
You can buy acetone nail polish remover in many different sizes. One that is only one or two ounces (28.35 to 56.7 g) is ideal for you to take with you when traveling. Bottles that are six to 10 ounces (170.1 to 283.5 g) would be best if you do home manicures or pedicures about once a week. Professional manicurists often purchase nail polish remover in one to five gallon (3.79 to 18.95 l) containers from a beauty supply store. If you have friends who would like to split the cost of this purchase with you, buying nail polish remover in large quantities could save you money over buying the product from a department store.