Here is a goal: Remove paint from a mirror

Which way makes more sense to accomplish this goal?

Available options: (1). Pour a generous amount of fingernail polish remover onto a small portion of a folded or wadded-up paper towel. Rub the wet paper towel onto the paint specks to soften them, then smear the paint on the mirror.; (2). Pour a generous amount of fingernail polish remover onto a small portion of a folded or wadded-up paper towel. Rub the wet paper towel onto the paint specks to soften them, then wipe the paint off the mirror.;
(2).