We all know how important eye makeup remover is to our nightly beauty routine. (Very, very, important—for the health of our sensitive eyes, and our white pillowcases). The next time you run out of your favourite store-bought bottle, just head to the kitchen for these quick and easy, totally natural, remedies. These are so gentle and effective (not to mention completely affordable) you may never go store-bought again.
Olive Oil
You’ve probably noticed you have to shake your bottle of remover before using it; that’s to mix up the oils. Practically any natural oil can be used, but olive oil is your best bet—with the highest probability of it being in your cupboard. Use a cotton ball or quilted pad and wipe over your eyes, rinse with water. (For extra efficacy, equal parts olive oil and Witch Hazel works extremely well.)
Avocado
Avocado is great for facemasks, body scrubs and yes, even eye makeup removal! Similar idea here to the olive oil: Dip your cotton balls in the avocado and use to remove your mascara and eyeliner, rinse with warm water.
Shortening
A swab of this will remove even the most stubborn of eye makeup.
Coconut Oil
The many uses of coconut oil haven’t stopped yet so no wonder it can be used to take makeup off. Use a cotton ball, quilted pad or even your fingers to wipe over your eyes and then gently wipe clean with warm water.
Baby Wipes
True, these don’t exactly fit into the ‘kitchen’ part of the equation, but if you have kids you probably have these in every room of your house. Even the kitchen. Grab one of these already-wet-wipes the next time you run out of makeup remover; they work like a charm.
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