Washing your face at the end of a long day is often the last thing we feel like doing. However, sleeping with your makeup on can cause breakouts, clog pores, and even lead to premature aging. Yes, you heard that right. Going to bed with your makeup on restricts your skin from breathing & fighting off environmental stressors it was exposed to that day. As a result, skin becomes more prone to wrinkles and age spots. Thankfully, there are lots of makeup removers that do a lot of the work for you, and thoroughly cleanse the skin of impurities and leftover makeup. I have rounded up my 5 favorite makeup removers and why each one is essential to me.
The Products
1. Swisspers 100% Cotton Makeup Removal Wipes
The Swisspers 100% Cotton Makeup Removal Wipes are one of the best natural makeup removers and a must-have for those with sensitive skin. The 100% ultra-soft cotton wipes contain no harsh chemical sulfates, parabens, petrolatum, dyes, or phthalates, and are very gentle on skin. Buy at AMAZON.
2. Lashfood Conditioning Chamomile Eye Makeup Remover ($18)
As you probably already know, the skin around the eyes is much more sensitive than the rest of your face. With that being said, I like to use a makeup remover specifically made for the eye area. The Lashfood Conditioning Chamomile Eye Makeup Remover is my all-time favorite eye makeup remover and here’s why. The formula is infused with chamomile extracts and nourishing peptides that not only effectively remove all makeup but also condition and soothe the skin. It’s gentle enough to use on the eye area and leaves skin & lashes feeling soft and fully cleansed. Buy at ULTA.
3. The Vintage Cosmetic Make-Up Melts (£14.95)
If you haven’t already heard of The Vintage Cosmetic, then let me introduce you to your new favorite brand. Affordably priced while still maintaining product quality, The Vintage Cosmetic Company has expanded exponentially in the past year and come out with so many amazing products. The Vintage Cosmetic Make-Up Melts are one of those amazing products and a true lifesaver. The dual-sided Make-Up Melt does not require anything but water to remove makeup and exfoliate skin to perfection. One side of the Make-Up Melt will remove your makeup, while the other side exfoliates skin. Available in a pack of three, these Make-Up Melts are machine washable and come in the brand’s signature vintage light pink color. Buy at ULTA.
4. VegaLash Gentle Oil-Free Makeup Remover ($28)
My skin tends to fluctuate depending on the time of year, and often I will need to use oil-free products on my face. When I do, I use the VegaLash Gentle Oil-Free Makeup Remover. The ultra-gentle and oil-free vegan formula contains moisturizing glycerin and soothing chamomile that is gentle enough for the most sensitive of eyes and all skin types. This makeup remover is also silicon free, paraben-free & fragrance-free. Buy at AMAZON.
5. Kleenex Exfoliating Cushions ($10.99)
The Kleenex Exfoliating Cushions are an exclusive combination of dual-sided fabrics and a gentle cleanser. Infused with pro-vitamin complex, these wipes activate with water to exfoliate and polish skin for a healthy, radiant complexion. The self-foaming pads have a blue side which is the scrubbing side to exfoliate skin, while the buffing white side smoothes and polishes skin. Buy at WALGREENS.
