Makeup Removal Mistakes That Harm Your Skin

You just spent a night out with friends, and despite gathering all the energy you possibly can to remove that makeup off your face, you lose to the sweet sleep, only to harm your skin in more ways than you know.

Here are the wrong makeup removal ways that keep your skin from being clean, clear, and healthy.

The Top 4 Makeup Removal Mistakes

Mistake 1: Not Cleansing After Using Makeup Wipes
Makeup wipes are a great means to remove makeup from the surface of your skin, but they can’t double as a cleanser to remove the residue that accumulates in your pores. The final straw would be if you’re using oil-based makeup remover pads as it would add extra oil to your skin which might increase your risk of breakouts. If you use makeup wipes, follow it up with a short cleanse.

Mistake 2: Not Pulling Your Hair Back First
Pulling your hair back before washing your face is not just for keeping it out of your face. It reaches the skin around your hairline, which is where residues and impurities tend to collect. Wash your face up to your hairline for a complete and wholesome cleanse that makes your skin look and feel fresh.

Mistake 3: Skipping the Double-Cleanse
Even if you feel like you have the best makeup remover and it takes care of your makeup (which it does not), there could still be impurities left behind. To thoroughly remove your makeup double-cleanse your skin. First, wash your face to remove the makeup, then wash again to cleanse and purify your skin.

Tip – For your second cleanse, be sure to massage your skin to boost circulation for a healthy and radiant complexion.

Mistake 4: Scrubbing Instead of Dabbing
Never ever scrub your skin too hard — particularly in delicate areas like the skin around your eyes. For eye makeup, soak cotton in micellar water or makeup remover and lay it over your eye for a few seconds before gently rubbing and wiping it away – no scrubbing needed!

This Is The Right Way to Remove Your Makeup for Healthy Skin

Water is the basis of life, and it’s also the secret to removing makeup without going through your entire cleansing routine. We’re talking about micellar water – not only is micellar water a quick and easy way to remove makeup and dirt, but it is soft on your skin and fit for all skin types.

The Bioderma Sensibio Micellar Water is the best – not only because it’s pretty low-cost, but as it’s non-greasy (it is just like water) and yet removes even the most stubborn makeup.

Tip: If you are going for a cat-eye or red lip, a small drop of this potion on cotton can give you the razor-sharp edges you’re looking for.

Once you’ve removed all of your makeup, it’s important to apply a moisturizer immediately after your final cleanse while your skin is still damp — this will help lock in the moisture. You can go for a water-based moisturizer with aloe vera or hyaluronic acid for maximum hydration.

Looking for more skincare tips? Check out this blog where we reveal the magic potion for your skin.