If you feel any pain, stop immediately. Unfortunately, regular nail polish remover won't work on a gel manicure. Instead, you'll need acetone or a soak-off remover designed specifically for gel nails.

Ready to give it a shot? Read on for all the pro tips you'll need, along with detailed instructions on how to remove gel nail polish at home. Acetone can be harsh on the skin around your nails.

How to remove gel polish at home' is ... Pop a drop of cuticle oil on the nail (this trick made a huge difference for me), then drench a cotton wool ball in acetone, place it on the nail, and ...