The yellowish fingers on a person is a sure way to tell that someone is a regular smoker. If your smoking fingers are tainted with a yellow stain then here are some tips to help you remove the nicotine stains when regular soap no longer removes the built-up residue and tar.
Lemon Juice
A very effective way for many smokers to remove nicotine stains from fingers is to pour some lemon juice into a bowl and then let your fingers soak in it. This method has helped many smokers to remove the cigarette smoke stains from their fingers. It does not work instantly and it is best to use this method at least 3 times a week on a regular basis in order to see the best results.
Toothpaste and Tooth Brush
So you got a hot date tonight and dont have time to use lemon juice to remove to remove nicotine stains? Well if thats the case then its time to use a toothbrush and some toothpaste to scrub away the nicotine stains. Thoroughly soak your finger in warm water and then apply a liberal amount of toothpaste to the stained fingers and begin brushing away. Although a firm toothbrush seems to work best, it may be too painful for some people. You can use a medium or soft bristled toothbrush instead but the results are not as good.
Smokers Wipes
The most convenient way to easily remove stains is to keep them from occurring in the first place. You can always quit smoking, but if that is not currently an option then Smokers Wipes are a great alternative. When you finish smoking, simply wipe your fingers down with one of these wipes. Not only does it help to keep your fingers from getting stained it also smells great. The smokers wipes can easily be carried in your pocket. For best results uses immediately after you finish your cigarette. It only takes a few seconds to do. By using these wipes consistently you can keep your fingers free of cigarette stains.
Pumice Stone
Although the smokers wipes are the best method to keep your fingers from being yellowed from the smoke, you may have a heavy built-up of nicotine stains that need to be removed before you begin using the wipes on a regular basis. The best way is to use a pumice stone. Yes, the same thing that keeps your toilet bowl clean will also rid your fingers of those nasty ugly cigarette stains.
Start by soaking your hands in warm water. The hotter the better. Once your hands have soaked in water begin by lightly applying pressure and scrubbing with the pumice stone. Continue scrubbing with the pumice stone under running water. Increase pressure as needed in order to remove the yellow nastiness from your fingers.
Using a pumice stone will work to remove the stains but it can be very harsh on your skin. As soon as you are done scrubbing away on your fingers you should rinse your hands off and then dry them thoroughly. Once you have dried your hands off you need to apply an alcohol free lotion to your hands and rub it in. Use alcohol free because the skin will be tender from using the pumice stone and a lotion with alcohol in it will sting and be very painful.
When thinking about how to remove nicotine stains from fingers you should try each option out and see which works best for you. Each person has different criteria. Some smokers only have mild stains that are easily removed and others need to go all out and use a pumice stone with extreme pressure. Regardless of which methods you use, at least you now know how to remove nicotine stains from fingers.
