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But, there is one downsideremoving said fabulous face of makeup.
So, it is incredibly important that you have the right makeup removerand techniques!for the job.
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Then, choose a good quality andeffective makeup remover.
“Avoid scrubbing or rough rubbing.
While makeup cloths conveniently remove dirt, they leave behind residue.
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser after disposing of the cloth.
To have a go at avoid irritation, use a fragrance-and-alcohol-free wipe.
“It’s the buildup of all these preservatives and residue that can lead to early skin aging.
Find a gentle soap likeDove’s Beauty Barand quickly rinse.
you’re able to easily tear the thin sensitive skin area around your eyes.
Spray two cotton pads liberally withAvene’s Thermal Spring Waterand place them over your eyes like cucumbers.
Wiggle the pads gently to help break down your makeup for about 15 seconds, and repeat if necessary.
Any leftover makeup should be removed by using Q-tips, especially around the lash line.
Soak a cotton pad with Boscia’sMakeUp-BreakUpoil and gently swipe from the inner corner of your eye and outwards.
The oil breaks down the makeup and helps lift it from your skin and eyelashes.
Sunday Riley’sBlue Moon Tranquility Cleansing Balmis another popular double cleansing favorite.
Once applied, the balm turns into a silky oil, allowing your makeup to slide off your face.
If after using a particular product, you feel a burning sensation, your skin may be reacting negatively.
Wait 24 hours to see how your skin responds.
So when you’re wiping away your makeup you’re not left with irritated skin.
It’s anti-inflammatory and helps regulate breakouts too.
I love this, especially in the winter.”
Celebrity esthetician Renee Rouleau explains, “Its so important to treat this area gently.
This gives your eye makeup a chance to dissolve to avoid unnecessary rubbing and touching.
Then, after 20 seconds, wipe away your eye makeup and mascara in downward motions.
Move the pad in an upward direction to get underneath the top lashes.
Using the same side of the cotton pad will redeposit the makeup you removed.
Rouleau suggests, “Wipe away your eye makeup and mascara in downward motions.
Flip the pad or cloth over and move in an upward direction to get underneath the top lashes.”
Using this method will save you from reaching for multiple cotton pads.
Reusable eye makeup removers, like Face Halo’sReusable Makeup Remover Padswill save you even more.
The moisturizer promises to balance oil production and protect your skin from fine lines and wrinkles.
Spray a facial mist or hydrating toner to bring the moisture back to your face.
La Roche-Posay’sToleriane Dermo-Cleansercleanses the skin without stripping moisture from the skin.
The cleanser will also remove any makeup that remains, say clinging to one stubborn eyelash.
Once your skin is clean, wake up and brighten your eyes with Patchology’sFlashPatch Rejuvenating Eye Gels.
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