If you use waterproof mascara and liner or very stubborn eye makeup, use an oil-based cleanser. It will dissolve the waterproof makeup so you don’t have to scrub or pull on your skin or lashes. [2] X Research source Cleansing water works well for extra sensitive skin and should easily remove lighter makeup and liquid liner. [3] X Research source If you don’t have makeup remover, you can try using a gentle soap and water.
Place the fingertips of your free hand against your eyebrow and pull up slightly as your other hand sweeps down. This will prevent you from pulling too hard on the skin around your eye.
If you still have some stubborn mascara on your lashes, try using a clean mascara wand to brush your lashes. [7] X Research source
Make sure your hair is pulled back away from your face with a ponytail, headband, or bobby pins. Long-lasting or liquid foundation should be removed before you wash your face. Choose a mild cleansing oil or water designed to remove makeup, or go natural with coconut oil. Look for water-soluble formulas that will rinse away with no residue. [9] X Research source If your skin is oily or prone to breakouts and not too sensitive to friction, try a makeup removing wipe. This will gently exfoliate your skin while removing makeup. [10] X Research source Do not use baby wipes, which are designed to clean a baby’s skin, not interact with and lift off makeup. [11] X Research source
Make sure you get your hairline, under your chin, and around your ears.
Wipe the cold cream off your face with a warm washcloth and the stubborn makeup should come right off with it. [12] X Research source
Don’t bother investing in an expensive moisturizer for this. You will use a lot of product and remove it almost immediately, so an inexpensive, drug-store brand is perfect. [14] X Research source You can also try subbing olive or coconut oil for petroleum jelly, but it can be a bit messy to apply to your lips.
Repeat if necessary. If there’s still some lipstick left, don’t go rubbing your lips raw trying to get it off. Getting too rough can chap your lips. [18] X Research source
You can use an exfoliator specifically designed to buff your lips; a clean, wet tooth brush, or a mix of brown sugar and honey. Use gentle, circular motions to exfoliate your lips. Again, you don’t want to be too rough and end up with raw, chapped lips.
