Is It Safe to Put Acetone Down the Drain

You should never drain the acetone nail polish remover down the drain. Similarly, if you have leftover acetone, pour it in a sealable container. Store it away from any combustible item or from hot surfaces. Once you have placed them in a secure container, find a recycling facility.

How do I dispose of acetone?

Acetone disposal needs to be handled according to how much is being used. If you are using acetone for a small item, like removing nail polish, you can dispose them in a metal container lined with a plastic garbage bag; this bag can then be placed with regular garbage.

Can I dilute acetone with water?

sure you can dilute it with water if you want to however diluting it will make it work slower which means you leave acetone on the nail longer which means it could melt it more easily.