Fashion & Beauty

  Acetone offers the most effective way to remove gel nail polish at home, says board-certified dermatologist Shari Lipner, MD, FAAD. Instead of wrapping your nails in foil, she recommends using plastic food wrap.   While applying acetone to your nails may sound harsh, picking or filing off gel nail polish can significantly damage your nails.   Don't use an orange stick to remove gel nail polish   Dr. Lipner cautions that this can injure your nails and cause white spots.     To remove gel nail polish, Dr. Lipner recommends gathering some common household items and following these steps.   Common household items you need   Before you start, gather these supplies:   Petroleum jelly   Cotton (balls or strips)   Scissors   Acetone (100%)   Plastic food wrap   Washcloth   Towel   Acetone can cause damage to surfaces   Acetone can damage sinks, countertops, and furniture. To protect your work area, line it wi...