Sometimes it just has to wear off with time (especially if it got beneath the fingernails)! Every day at wikiHow, we work hard to give you access to instructions and information that will help you live a better life, whether it's keeping you safer, healthier, or improving your well-being. If the acrylic powder was just applied, quickly rub acetone on it. Acetone should only be applied to areas of the skin coated with dried paint, and should not be left in contact with the skin for longer than a couple minutes at a time. Many of us don’t like that! Regular dish soaps are ideal for this type of job, as they contains abrasive elements and compounds that cut through dried-on stains. Use small, circular strokes to remove the paint from the surface of your skin. {"smallUrl":"https:\/\/www.wikihow.com\/images\/thumb\/6\/6e\/Remove-Acrylic-Paint-from-Skin-Step-1-Version-3.jpg\/v4-460px-Remove-Acrylic-Paint-from-Skin-Step-1-Version-3.jpg","bigUrl":"\/images\/thumb\/6\/6e\/Remove-Acrylic-Paint-from-Skin-Step-1-Version-3.jpg\/aid1728345-v4-728px-Remove-Acrylic-Paint-from-Skin-Step-1-Version-3.jpg","smallWidth":460,"smallHeight":345,"bigWidth":728,"bigHeight":546,"licensing":"