How can i easily remove extra nail polish on the skin around the nail?

i did my nails today, but because i did them in white, the extra around the nail is REALLY visible. how can i get remove it quickly without ruining my nail polish?How can i easily remove extra nail polish on the skin around the nail?
soak in water than peel it offHow can i easily remove extra nail polish on the skin around the nail?
ok so take a cotton swab (Q-Tip) and dip one end in nail polish remover and use that to get the extra off
use nail polish remover on a q tip
peel it off

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