I don’t know why this is so, but putting on makeup is far easier than removing it –at least to me. However, if we want flawless, shiny skin, this is an important skincare routine that we should never, ever miss. It doesn’t matter if your makeup falls under the ‘clean girl makeup’ or ‘siren aesthetic’, makeup is still makeup regardless of how much or how little we put on our face, removing makeup or debris from the face is an art everyone should master.
Your skin can seriously suffer from a range of problems if you don’t take the time to completely remove your makeup at the end of each day. Some of these problems can include clogged pores, dry skin, eye infection, blemishes and skin irritation.
Steps for Effective Makeup Removal
A proper makeup removal routine doesn’t only entail water and a makeup wipe or tissue, using just those products are guaranteed to cause clogged pores are they’re simply un-equipped to effectively remove your makeup. Adding cleansers, soap and cotton pads is a total game changer to attaining a smooth complexion even if you use makeup everyday.
Keep reading to find out the step-by-step routine to having a complete bare face:
1. Always Double-cleanse:
There are much benefits to double-cleansing your face when ridding it of makeup and thus it is always recommended that you do this at the end of each day.
The first step to double-cleansing is to use an oil-based cleanser for an efficient breakdown on the first makeup layer (concealer and foundation). An example of an oil cleanser is jojoba oil.
After you’ve rinsed your face of the oil cleanser, the next step is to go in with a water-based cleanser. It is advised that you purchase one that suits and hydrates your skin type.
2. Use Precise Hand Motions:
There are few things that leave ugly marks such as irritated skin, and rubbing a little too aggressively can cause this. To prevent this, wipe your face using soft, circular motions with your cotton pad. Always start from the outer areas of your face and work inwards, towards your hairline.
3. Pay Special Attention to the Eyes:
It’s easy to neglect the eyes and do a half-hazard job of cleaning your face if not careful. The eyes host harder-to-clean areas including the eyelid where your eyeliner is applied, and your eyelashes where false lashes or mascara products can build up and cause irritation if not efficiently removed.
If your cleansers aren’t working for this area, try removing the makeup products with olive oil –it works everytime.
4. Don’t Forget Your Hairline:
Gel and makeup residue can accumulate around the hairline when we’re beautifying ourselves. It is essential to wash them away while we’re wiping down our faces at the end of today. If left unattended, these debris can often cause breakouts and damage our front hair.
If you have long, flowy hair, tie it back when you’re washing your face so you can be able to wash away the dirt in the hair too.
5. Pat Your Face Dry then Moisturise:
Regardless of your skin type, the end of your makeup removal routine should always be followed by a moisturiser applied to the face —after it’s been pat dry, of course.
Apply lip balm too to your lips if it’s chapped and dab on eye cream under your eyes.
Takeaways
- Flat cotton pads are best for wiping the face rather than cotton balls or makeup wipes.
- Cotton swabs are recommended for removing mascara or eyeliner.
