Removing Eye Makeup
Removing makeup is an important ritual—crucial actually—for your eyes! Why? Because the skin around the eyes doesn’t have many sebaceous glands . Also, since it’s 5 to 10 times thinner than the skin of your face, it loses its elasticity more quickly. So, you need to take care of it to stave off the wrinkles!
Cleansing around your eyes morning and night helps to:
- Free your skin of irritating pigments
- Remove toxins secreted at night, by using micellar water in the morning
- Protect your lashes, which can break or fall out if the roots are suffocated by mascara residue
- Protect your tear film from impurities in your mascara, eyeshadow and eyeliner
- Keep your makeup fresh (makeup won’t adhere well to uncleansed skin)
Read on to find out the best ways to remove eye makeup and how to take care of your eyes and contours!
Step 1: Choose the best makeup remover
What kind of makeup remover should you get: oil, gel, milk or water?- Micellar water is great for removing light makeup or eliminating residue when you wake up.
- Cleansing milks and gels are pleasant to use for removing eye makeup, thanks to their smooth texture.
- Two-phase lotion contains oil, which is ideal for effectively removing waterproof eyeliner, mascara and eyeshadow stain.
- Oil-based makeup remover should be rinsed off with warm water. Don’t use if you have eye problems. Its greasy residue could clog your tear film.
Avoid baby oil at all costs! This product encourages oil to build up around the eyes and can cause acne miliaria (small white spots the size of a pinhead).
Step 2: Adopt the right habits
Before you remove makeup, wash your hands to avoid transferring bacteria to your face and irritating your eyes. Lightly moisten a cotton pad. This simple step will keep the cotton fibres from getting into your eyes. Now, you’re ready to remove your makeup! Just be gentle, of course!
- Pour a small amount of product onto the damp cotton pad.
- Place it on your closed eyelids for a few seconds to dilute the makeup.
- Wipe clockwise to activate blood circulation and limit puffiness and circles under the eyes.
- Glide the pad over your lashes from root to tip.
- Gently move it under the eye, away from the nose.
- Use a cotton swab moistened with a little makeup remover to remove any eyeliner from the lash line.
- Repeat these steps as needed.
- Finish the treatment by placing a cotton ball soaked in thermal water or toner on your eyes.
Did you know?
If you're struggling to remove makeup, you're using the wrong product! Ask your beauty consultant for a makeup remover that's right for you.
Step 3: Wash and rinse
Like the vast majority of cosmetic products, makeup removers contain chemical ingredients and preservatives. The accumulation of these substances can cause premature aging of your skin. After each makeup removal, wash your face with a gentle cleanser. Rinse quickly. This step is often overlooked, but it’s important, especially for sensitive skin!
Good to know!
No-rinse formulas do not need to be removed with water.
Step 4: Moisturize!
Now that your eyelids and the skin around your eyes are clean, you need to moisturize the area to keep it beautiful and smooth. Avoid using your day and night creams around the eyes. Their formulas are usually too rich and can clog your pores. Instead, opt for a moisturizer made for the eyes.
- Gently pat a small amount of product onto your skin. Start at the inner corner of the eye and work your way up to the brow bone.
- Repeat on the lower eyelid, from inner to outer corner.
Did you know?
It is recommended that women start using anti-wrinkle creams as early as age 30 to boost hydration, improve drainage and prevent puffiness, wrinkles and lack of tone.
Pharmacy services
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The pharmacy services presented in this section are offered by pharmacist owners who are affiliated with Uniprix. The pharmacists are solely responsible for the professional activities carried out during the practice of pharmacy. These services are offered in participating pharmacies only. Certain fees and conditions may apply.
* The information contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide complete information on the subject matter or to replace the advice of a health professional. This information does not constitute medical consultation, diagnosis or opinion and should not be interpreted as such. Please consult your health care provider if you have any questions about your health, medications or treatment.