HOW TO REMOVE MAKEUP and WATERPROOF MASCARA?

There's a whole range of things that can happen to your skin if you don't take proper care of it by removing makeup at the end of each day. This includes eye infections, skin irritation, broken lashes, clogged pores leading to blemishes, and dry skin. But don't worry, we're here to help. Read on to discover the best way to remove makeup.

8 STEPS ON HOW TO REMOVE MAKEUP

Most of us remove makeup at least once a week, so it's important to know what the best way to remove makeup is to ensure we're getting the most out of our skincare and not doing any more damage by using incorrect techniques. Read on to discover NIVEA’s 8 Steps on how to remove makeup and find the best makeup remover for you.

Step 1

Start by washing your hands thoroughly to avoid transferring
bacteria to your face.

Step 2

Use a gentle makeup remover or micellar water on a cotton pad to remove eye makeup. Hold the pad over your closed eye for a few seconds to allow the product to dissolve the makeup, then gently wipe away.

3. USE A CLEANSER DESIGNED TO REMOVE MAKEUP

Step 3

Use a cleansing lotion to remove the rest of your makeup. Apply a small amount to your face and massage it in using circular motions.

4. MAKE SURE TO PAY ATTENTION TO THE EDGES OF YOUR EYELID

Step 4

Wet a washcloth with warm water and wring it out. Use the washcloth to gently wipe away the cleansing lotion.

5. COTTON PADS ARE BETTER THAN COTTON BALLS

Step 5

If you wear heavy or waterproof makeup, you may need to repeat steps 2-4 to ensure all makeup is removed, or go in with a waterproof makeup remover.

Step 6

Use a cleanser to wash your face. Massage the cleanser into your skin using circular motions, then rinse with warm water.

7. Use a toner afterwards to remove further traces of dirt

Step 7

Pat your face dry with a clean towel.

Step 8

Apply your usual skincare products, such as toner, serum, and moisturiser.

Tip: You can also remove makeup and cleanse your skin at the same time with Soothing Micellar Water.

HOW TO REMOVE WATERPROOF MASCARA?

If you leave mascara on your eyelashes overnight, the fine hairs might break. But what is the best way to remove mascara as gently as possible?

Water-soluble mascara can gently be removed with micellar water. However, if you need to remove waterproof mascara, micellar cleansing wipes or special eye makeup removers are a good choice. They effortlessly and gently remove eye shadow, eyeliner and waterproof makeup from your skin and eyelashes.

Steps to Remove Waterproof Mascara

Soak pad with eye makeup remover or micellar water. Special eye makeup removers, such as NIVEA's Daily Essentials Extra Gentle Eye Makeup Remover or Double Effect Eye Makeup Remover, remove even waterproof mascara and soothe the sensitive eye area at the same time.
Apply with light pressure to your closed eyelid, allow to soak for a short time - the mascara will dissolve smoothly.
After a few seconds (count to 5), wipe the mascara carefully with a cotton pad downward or from the inside to the outside.
Repeat until the mascara is completely removed.

Be careful:

When removing makeup from your eyes, it's important to be as gentle as possible. Mechanical stress such as heavy rubbing or scrubbing can irritate the sensitive skin around the eyes, which may lead to redness and eye wrinkles.

FIND THE BEST NIVEA MAKEUP REMOVER FOR YOU

Makeup Wipes:

Make-up wipes such as NIVEA’s Refreshing Biodegradable Cleansing Wipes are perfect when you're on the go often or you want a quick and easy way to effectively remove makeup at the end of the day. NIVEA’s Refreshing Biodegradable Cleansing Wipes:

Are enriched with Vitamin E
Remove make-up and waterproof mascara
Cleanse your skin thoroughly
Moisturise and refresh your skin

Micellar Water Cleanser:

Much like makeup remover gel, micellar cleansing water is gentle on the skin and effective at removing makeup. Discover the NIVEA micellar water range today.

Oil-Enriched Cleanser:

Oil-enriched cleansers contain effective oils that first target tough to remove makeup such as waterproof mascara and then cleanse the rest of the face with refreshing cleanser. If you wear lots of heavy makeup this could be the makeup remover for you. Try the NIVEA Double Effect Eye Make-Up Remover.