After getting your first ever Apres manicure, you’re probably wondering how to remove Gel X nails at home.I recently got a really pretty pink manicure with silver reflective glitter on the tips and decided to take them off myself at home. Step-by-Step: How To Remove Gel X Nails Summary: First, file off the glossy upper layer of the gel polish. Next, place your nails in a small bowl of acetone for 10-15 minutes. Then gently push off the loose nail extensions. To speed up the process with heat, place your nails in acetone in a ziplock bag, and place that bag in a small bowl of warm water. Detailed Directions To remove your Apres, Gel-X nails, you first need to gather the materials listed below. Aside from acetone, all of these are either regular household products or things you would have in your nail care drawer anyway. With that in mind, 100% acetone can easily become your main nail polish remover, especially because it serves multiple ...