The Best Makeup Remover for Sensitive Eye Area and Stubborn Makeup

We rely on budge-proof makeup to last all day, but when it’s time to take it off at the end of the day, scrubbing too hard and using formulas that don’t work can do more damage to your skin than you think—especially around the eyes. If using eye makeup most days to elevate your beauty look is key to your makeup routine, then you definitely need a gentle yet effective eye makeup remover like L’Oréal Paris Gentle Eyes & Lips Makeup Remover Waterproof that you can count on.

Here’s how to make sure you’re removing your makeup—without pulling, scrubbing or damaging your eye area.

Why you need to remove your makeup the right way

Your eyelashes: Though it might seem simple enough, removing your makeup can have a detrimental effect on your lashes. It’s important to pick an eye makeup remover formula that is gentle and effective. Otherwise you’ll run the risk of damaging or breaking your eyelashes—which unfortunately means they’ll likely fall out. If you’re a fan of mascara, chances are you want to hang on to your eyelashes and even help strengthen them with your skincare. To boost the strength of your lashes try serum like L’Oréal Paris Lash Serum to get thicker, fuller fringe. Did you know that your eyelashes have a life cycle of about 100 days but take about eight weeks to fully grow? If your eyelashes start to fall out prematurely due to rubbing or improper makeup removal, they can look sparse until they grow back, leaving you with very little to work with the next time you want to apply your mascara. Removing your mascara the right way, with the right formula, ensures that your eyelashes will stay intact.

Your skin: Opting for an eye makeup remover formula that isn’t gentle can wreak havoc on your sensitive eye area. Since the skin is thinner and more delicate around your eyes (and one of the first areas of your face to show signs of aging), there’s plenty that can damage the area. This includes products that are harsh (though they may not feel harsh on the rest of your face) and formulations that aren’t specifically made for the eye area (which tend to be irritating). While looking for gentle options is key, you also want the product to be effective—or you’ll be tugging and pulling at the eye area, which is another way to guarantee damage. Fine lines, crepey texture and dehydration can all result from harsher mechanical actions or formulations that aren’t gentle. To combat dry skin under your eyes, smooth on a hydrating eye cream like L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Cica Eye Cream.

Pick the right formula

To really make sure you’re taking care, opt for a gentle makeup remover formula. Bonus points if the makeup remover formula has nourishing ingredients. Try L’Oréal Paris Gentle Eyes & Lips Makeup Remover Waterproof . It is gentle, works quickly and can be used on all skin types. The bonus is that the formula doesn’t leave behind any greasy residue and you can move straight into the next step of your skin-care routine, no rinse needed. The best eye makeup remover will be one that’s easy to use, gentle on your eyes and effective.

How to remove your makeup the right way

1. Soak a cotton pad in L’Oréal Paris Gentle Eyes & Lips Makeup Remover Waterproof and hold it against your eye area to get rid of stubborn waterproof mascara—no need to rub. Just make sure to give the formula a little time to break down your mascara.

2. After holding the cotton pad against your closed eye for several seconds, begin to gently wipe the eye makeup remover down, vertically. Continue to do this several more times, and watch how the makeup simply dissolves.

3. Gently wipe away any lingering eye makeup remover by swiping the cotton pad from the inside of your closed eye outwards. The key is to be gentle.