How to Transition from Artificial to Natural Nails

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      Clip artificial nails just like you would natural nails.Stockbyte/Stockbyte/Getty Images

      Using nail clippers, clip artificial nails down to the length of your natural nails underneath.

    • 2). Pour 1/2 a cup of acetone into a bowl and place your nails into the bowl to soak for 15 minutes. Completely submerge each nail in acetone.

    • 3). Use a cuticle stick and place it gently underneath the artificial nail. The nail should pop off easily. If it doesn't, soak the nails for five more minutes.

    • 4). Wash hands in warm soapy water and dry gently with a towel.

    • 5
      File nails to make them smooth and even.Jupiterimages/Photos.com/Getty Images

      File and shape nails gently with a nail file. Wash your hands in warm soapy water to remove nail debris.

    • 6). Rub the cuticle and nail cream into each nail until it's completely soaked into the nails. Wash off excess cream with warm water.

    • 7). Paint fingernails with a clear top coat nail polish. This strengthens nails and protect the them from splitting and breaking.

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