7 Makeup Removers That Aren't in Wipe Form, Because We Need to Get Everything Off
Makeup removing wipes are so popular that my pseudo-boyfriend bought "cleansing wipes" and had them in his medicine cabinet, not realizing they were intended for people who wear makeup. While they are a convenient, quick, and accessible enough that even a cosmetically clueless male who doesn't know what toner is can find them in the drugstore, they aren't always eco-friendly or as effective as you might like.
If you're also over single use (now sometimes even individually wrapped) wipes that don't completely dissolve your makeup and want some more options that will really cleanse your skin, we've gathered some alternatives you'll love. The products ahead will get off every last trace.
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Vaseline Original Skin Protectant Petroleum Jelly
Believe it or not, you can get off every inch of makeup with something you probably already have in your home: Vaseline Original Skin Protectant Petroleum Jelly ($4). Slather some on stubborn makeup and wipe away with a tissue or cloth to watch it disappear. Follow up with your regular cleanser to get rid of the slick feeling of petroleum jelly if it bothers you.
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Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser
Your grandmother was on to something when she kept a jar of Pond's Cold Cream Cleanser ($5) around the house. Spread the cream all over your face and rinse to get everything off while also moisturizing your skin.
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The Original Makeup Eraser
An eco-friendly option is the reusable The Original Makeup Eraser ($20). Simply wet with water and rub away your foundation, eye makeup, and even liquid lipstick. Then toss in the laundry.
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Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm
The lightweight Clinique Take the Day Off Cleansing Balm ($10) melts into an oil on your face, breaking down any trace of dirt and oil or pollution. Simply rinse off when you're done scrubbing.
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Muji Makeup Facial Soft Cut Cotton
Once you try out an Asian cotton pad like the Muji Makeup Facial Soft Cut Cotton ($7), you'll never want to use anything else again. These pads are thick enough to use both sides and ultrasoft.
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Kiehl's Since 1851 Herbal-Infused Micellar Cleansing Water
The Kiehl's Since 1851 Herbal-Infused Micellar Cleansing Water ($28) removes makeup gently and effortlessly, so you don't need to rub or pull at your skin to remove that last bit of eyeliner.
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Bobbi Brown Deluxe Soothing Cleansing Oil
To ensure that even the makeup you can't see on your face is truly gone, the Bobbi Brown Deluxe Soothing Cleansing Oil ($72) will dissolve creams and waxes in your products and leave behind clean, hydrated skin.
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