Removing gel nails at home can be quite the task if you're not sure how to start. One safe method is to gently file the top layer, then soak cotton balls in acetone, placing them on each nail, wrapping in foil. After 10-15 minutes, the gel should soften, making it easier to push off with a cuticle stick. Do you often do your nails at home, or is this your first time? What's motivated you to remove them now?