The best way to remove the paint depends on whether it iswater-based or oil-basedpaint.
And, of course, you want the removal method to be the gentlest and least toxic one available.
As a bonus, these methods work well to remove paint from hair, as well!
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Generously apply liquid soap or rub the area with a bar of soap.
Work the soap into a lather and use your hands or a washcloth to gently scrub away the paint.
Rinse well with warm water and repeat the steps if small splatters remain.
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Wash your skin with a gentle scrubbing motion in warm water and then rinse well.
Wash the area with soap and warm water.
Use a washcloth to provide a gentle abrasion.
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They contain petroleum distillates that can be irritating to the skin and should be removed as soon as possible.
Use a nail brush, loofah, or old washcloth to gently work the oil into the paint.
Let the oil sit and work on the skin for one or two minutes.
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Scrub the area and wipe off the paint with an old cloth.
Wash the area well with soap and warm water.
Add an abrasive like pumice, salt, or sugar if plain soap doesn’t remove all the paint.
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Repeat if needed, especially around fingernail beds.
Use a cotton ball to apply glycerin to the paint-covered skin to begin loosening the paint.
Use a second cotton ball to add some mineral spirits to the area.
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Rub the two together gently with an old cloth to wipe away the paint.
Immediately wash the area with soap and warm water to remove the glycerin and solvent.
Tips to Keep Paint Spatters off Your Skin
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