These are the worst makeup removing blunders you might make.
We asked two dermatologists and an esthetician for their advice on makeup removal.
See below for the most egregious makeup removing mistakesand why you shouldn’t be making them.
They need to be to make it remove long-wearing liquid eyeliners and waterproof mascara.
Use it on your eye area only.
The result: a dry, stripped face with makeup leftovers.
Instead, look for a facial cleanser that is specifically formulated to remove heavy makeup, including liquid foundations.
Scrubbing Too Hard
Your face skin is much more delicate than your body’s skin.
“The bacteria and oil from your body are then transferred onto the face, causing breakouts.”
She recommends trying disposable, clean face towels to gently pat dry your skin after removing your makeup.
Skipping the Jaw, Neck, and Hairline
Struggling withjawline acneand/or hairline pimples?
This makeup-removing mistake might be to blame.
King says skipping these areas is one of the most common occurrences she sees in her patients.
Applying Harsh Products
Be conscious of the components in the makeup-removing products you are using, too.
According to Nazarian, water acts as a repellent.
“Makeup removers often work through the process of tiny micellesoil in water suspensions.
“The purpose of the water is to wash the micelles and oil off.”
you could rinse with water afterward to get all the residue off.
The first part of a double cleanse is something to remove your makeup.
A cleansing balm, for example, has makeup-melting abilities that come without the pore-clogging side effects.
Once the makeup starts to break down, rinse away the milky texture with warm water.
After rinsing everything off, come in for a second cleanse with your regular, go-to cleanser.
Skipping Aftercare
Applying moisturizer is a crucial part of protecting your skin after removing makeup.
