How to clean construction adhesive off your hands

I tried laquer thinner, acetone, boraxo power, several different cleaners, none worked . This is the second day and some edges are beginning to release on their own due to skin oil. Last night I was able to pick some off with the tweezer under the microscope. It takes the top layer of skin with it.. as the skin remains red after I pull it off. This is the toughest stuff I have ever seen to get off. It is a polyurethane substance and under the microscope it has a layer of about .005 to .010 thick and is open cell. Will lose a little bit a day.. probably take a week.

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They should make that in colors so you can pick one which matches your skin color.

Amputation? Sand blasting? Vegetable peeler? I dunno. The stuff really likes skin and bonds to it like crazy.

Only time and normal skin cell regeneration will do the job: the stuff finally comes off after 4-5 days. The topmost epidermis cells slough off taking the bonded adhesive with it. You can hurry the process with abrasives or harsh solvents and injure your skin or just wait as the passing public recoils in horror from what looks like a ghastly disease on your hands.

Next time wear nitryl gloves.

Don't know if it will work, but you can pick up an adhesive remover at automobile paint supply shops. 3M makes one, and there are others. It's used to remove the adhesive the auto manufacturers use to hold "chrome" insignia, emblems, rub strips, etc. on cars. It works well for just about anything I've tried it on.

To get glue off your hands, start by soaking your hands in hot water for several minutes. Then, scrub the glue with sugar or salt and a damp cloth. You can also try rubbing some vegetable oil or butter on the glue, which should loosen it so it peels off. If the glue is really stuck on there, cover it with a cotton ball soaked in acetone nail polish remover until it dissolves and comes off. If you don't have nail polish remover, massage the glue with petroleum jelly instead.

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Sticker, label, and super glue residue can really stick to wood. Even if you use a top-quality super glue formulated for use with wood, like Loctite Super Glue Ultra Gel Control, unwanted overflow or excess can remain behind. To remove residue from wood without damaging the surface, either finished or unfinished, try these methods.

1. A simple damp cloth can often do the trick. You may want to add a small amount of detergent to the water for a deeper clean. However, some paper-based stickers may become more firmly attached when wet, so be careful. To prevent the wood from swelling or warping, avoid over-soaking it.

2. Heat the area using a blow dryer or a heat gun on low. As the heat weakens the bond, use a card, scraper, putty knife, or other edge to peel off the residue. You can also use tweezers to lift edges away from the wood; keep the heat directed at the residue until everything is removed.

3. Try applying household products such as white vinegar or vegetable oil (eucalyptus oil or lemon oil can work particularly well on wood). Soak a paper towel and press it on the area, letting it sit for five minutes. Gently peel loosened residue away. Take care applying oil to unfinished wood to avoid darkening and unsightly changes. Other options are petroleum jelly or vaporizing rubs. Apply and let sit for a few hours before peeling.

4. Commercial glue removers can remove adhesive from wood, particularly ones containing citrus oil. Always be sure to follow directions when using any of these powerful adhesive removers.

5. If gentler methods don’t work, try more powerful chemical solvents, such as lighter fluid, paint thinner, acetone, or rubbing alcohol. Some of these solvents can affect wood finishes and paint, so test first and apply with caution. Rub the solvent in gently for a few minutes, then wash thoroughly with a damp cloth. 

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