You’ve finally made it back home after a long night out only to realize you’ve forgotten to stock up on makeup wipes! But don’t fret (and don’t go to bed without removing your makeup first), there are plenty of ways to take makeup off without using makeup wipesand there’s no need to resort to a DIY makeup remover, either.
Read on for our favorite alternatives for taking makeup off without makeup wipes all of which you likely already have on hand in your skin care cabinet.
MICELLAR WATER
Believe it or not, micellar water can be used for much more than cleansing your skin. It can also be used as a sink-less makeup remover. Simply saturate a cotton pad and gently wipe it over your skin to remove all traces of makeup. Consider it a DIY makeup remover wipe one that doesn’t involve attempting to concoct your own perfect makeup remover.
OIL CLEANSING
Oil cleansing has become increasingly popular over the past few years as more and more people realize that putting oil on your skin doesn’t equal having oily skin and lucky for all of us, this cleansing method can be used to remove makeup, too. The concept of oil cleansing is simple. In fact, you probably learned it way back in science class: like attracts like. As such, you can use an oil cleanser to attract and lift away oil and other impurities. To remove your makeup, simply use an oil to cleanse and in the process, your makeup will be removed.
GEL CLEANSER
Gel cleansers can also be used as a makeup wipe alternative, just skip using them on your eyes. You can always use another one of the methods we’ve listed to tackle your eye makeup! The cleanser works to gently remove makeup, buff away impurities, and leave your skin refreshed and radiant. What more could you want? Simply wet your face and hands with lukewarm water before working the gel into a foamy lather. Gently massage the formula onto your face using gentle, circular motions and allow the cleanser to make removing makeup quick and easy.
SOAP AND WATER
Depending on the makeup products you use, you may be able to turn to good ol’ soap and water to remove your makeup at the end of the night! Just make sure whatever products you’re wearing can be removed by them; otherwise, you could end up irritating your skin with excessive rubbing. Remember, removing makeup shouldn’t require a lot of effort or arm power!