Press-ons may be temporary, but your natural nails are forever, so let’s treat them kindly. Whether you wore your set for a night out or made it last for weeks, here’s the safest way to remove your Cute Clawz without any pulling, prying, or regret.

This method is simple, gentle, and keeps your natural nails healthy, because we’re not here for shortcuts that ruin the canvas.

Step 1: Prep Your Soak

Fill a small bowl with warm (but not scalding) water. Add:

✦ A couple of drops of dish soap
✦ A couple of drops of nourishing oil (cuticle oil, olive oil, or whatever you have on hand that won’t dry out your skin)

Give it a quick swirl to combine. This mix helps break down adhesive while keeping your nails and skin hydrated, no dry, brittle aftermath here.

Step 2: Soak & Gently Loosen

Soak your hands in the water for 10 to 15 minutes. The exact time you’ll need depends on which method you used to apply your Clawz:

✦ Glue tabs? They should loosen fairly quickly.
✦ Nail glue? Expect to soak a little longer (but it’s worth the wait).

As the nails begin to lift, use a cuticle stick to gently nudge around the edges. No forcing, no prying, if it’s not lifting with light pressure, it’s not ready yet. Keep soaking and try again in a few minutes.

Step 3: Patience is Key

It’s tempting to peel, but please don’t. Forcing press-ons off too soon can damage your natural nail bed. Let the water and oil do their thing. Once the nails are ready, they’ll come off smoothly and pain-free.

Aftercare Tip: Once everything’s off, take a moment to massage in some extra cuticle oil or your favourite moisturiser. Your nails just came out of a soak, they’ll love the hydration boost!

Final Thoughts

Every set of Cute Clawz is made with care, and removal should be no different. With a little patience and some oil, your natural nails will be perfectly prepped and ready for their next round of wearable art. If you ever have any questions or need advice, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Planning to reuse your Clawz? Simply file away any excess glue, clean the backs gently with alcohol, and store them safely until next time.