Who doesn’t love to shop for a brand-new bottle of nail polish…remover? Despite what you may think, there are tons of options when it comes to nail polish remover, from acetone and non-acetone-based formulas to creams, wipes, and pens. Here, we’ve compiled a few of our favorites that will have you prepped and ready for your next manicure.
Most Versatile:
Zoya Remove+ Nail Polish Remover
Zoya’s Remove+ is the gift that keeps on giving. Its three-in-one formula removes polish, cleans your nails, and preps them for their next coat. It miraculously obliterates sparkly and dark shades without a streak in sight, all while moisturizing and fortifying the nail plate.
Most Budget-Friendly:
Cutex Ultra-Powerful Nail Polish Remover
This remover from Cutex may be 98% acetone, but you’d never know it thanks to its pleasant cucumber fragrance. What you’re getting is a potent formula that can quickly and efficiently wipe your nails clean of the most stubborn glitters and gels. As an added bonus, it retails at under $5 a pop.
Most Gentle:
ella + mila Soy Nail Polish Remover
For those who struggle with brittle nails, this soy-based, acetone-free remover from ella + mila is a godsend. Not only is it extra gentle on nails, but the formula is also infused with lavender essential oil and vitamins A, C, and E to promote nourished, healthy nails.
Most Hydrating:
deborah lippmann the Stripper Nail Polish Remover
A product of celebrity and fashion manicurist Deborah Lippmann, the Stripper may work lightening fast, but it won’t strip your nails dry. A combination of aloe vera and glycerin gives nails a hydration boost, combatting the acetone’s drying effects.
