What’s the best way to remove makeup without damaging your skin? - @hiitskali Makeup removal definitely isn’t the most fun part of your beauty routine, especially when it’s late and you’re tired, but I’m glad that you want to do it right. While it’s tempting to cut corners (been there, done that), improper makeup removal—or worse, not removing at all—is one of the worst things you can do for your face when it comes to aging, acne, and overall skin health. To better understand how you should be removing makeup, it’s more helpful to know what you should not be doing first. See below for the five most egregious makeup-removing sins—and why you shouldn’t be committing them.
5 Makeup-Removing Mistakes
That doesn’t mean your skin will implode if you turn to them as an occasional fix—just use sparingly or follow up with a double cleanse. RELATED: We Found the 5 Best Makeup Wipes for Your Skin and the Environment The first part of a double cleanse is something to remove your makeup. My personal favorite is a cleansing balm—its makeup-melting abilities come without the pore-clogging side effects, and it feels almost therapeutic rubbing the creamy concoction on your face. You also have the luxury of skipping eye makeup remover, since balms can be used around the eye area. However, you could also use a cleansing oil or micellar water if you prefer, both of which will remove makeup effectively. Start with a small scoop of the cleansing balm in clean, dry hands. After warming up the formula between your fingers, gently massage the balm in circular motions—taking extra care around the eyes—all over your face. Once the makeup starts to break down, rinse away the milk-like texture with warm water. But don’t stop there! Even though you just removed your makeup, that doesn’t mean your skin is clean. After rinsing everything off, come in for a second cleanse with your regular, go-to cleanser. This step ensures any leftover makeup is removed, as well as cleansing the skin of dirt, oil, and other impurities that can clog pores. After that, use a washcloth to pat dry your face and proceed with your post-cleansing skincare routine. Oh, and don’t forget to change your face towel every two to three days as impurities and bacteria can quickly accumulate.
