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What do you take your makeup off with?

72 replies

hiddenhome · 17/03/2014 16:55

I have been using makeup wipes, but they give you wrinkles, apparently, so I need something else.

I've tried OCM in the past, but need something that can be used daily.

Can't be: Expensive, strong smelling, contain alcohol, be difficult to find.

Any suggestions?

OP posts:
NUFC69 · 19/03/2014 20:22

Or even coconut oil!

HappyAsEyeAm · 19/03/2014 20:55

What is wrong with wipes?! I have been using them for ages and find that they're really good at getting all make up off. I use the simple ones. Am I going to be haggard?

WhoKnowsWhereTheTimeGoes · 19/03/2014 21:01

Wipes make my skin sting, far too harsh, have tried several types including Simple. Nothing wrong with them if they suit you though.

Piscivorus · 19/03/2014 21:03

I have a question...
If wipes give you wrinkles by dragging the skin, do flannels, muslins and other hot cloths do the same? If not, why not?

TheBigBumTheory · 19/03/2014 21:06

I just use a little face wash and a flannel when I'm in the bath.

SuperConfused · 19/03/2014 21:41

bioderma miscellar water, I find it v good. If its a heavy day I follow up with cetaphil, which is lovely and gentle but didn't take make up off on its own

wrapsuperstar · 19/03/2014 21:59

Botanics cleansing balm (was using Eve Lom which was much better but ££) and then No7 cleanser or micellar water to finish. I can't just use one on its own -- still feel grimy afterwards.

vichill · 19/03/2014 22:07

baby oil and cotton wool

Norfolknway · 19/03/2014 22:09

Soap and a flannel

ThatsMyOnlyShirt · 19/03/2014 22:29

Another one for Ultrabland. I get very dry skin round my eyes and it is the only thing gentle enough that actually removes mascara and eyeliner.

AmazingDisgrace · 19/03/2014 23:10

Superdrug hot cloth cleanser, gets it all off

enriquetheringbearinglizard · 19/03/2014 23:20

Never use oil near your eyes, my optician told me off as it leaves a residual film, or at least it was detected in my eyes.

Eve Lom on my face, or Liz Earle, but I do admit to a wipe now and then when I'm really tired or go away, as I figure that's better than nothing.

NCFTTB · 19/03/2014 23:23

Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish - highly recommended!

Shimmyshimmy · 20/03/2014 06:53

Simple cleansing lotion, gets my waterproof mascara off, doesn't irritate my skin and costs pennies.

Shimmyshimmy · 20/03/2014 06:54

Wipes literally left my skin raw....I wouldn't use them again...ever!

fedupandfifty · 20/03/2014 06:59

I make up a scrub using whatever moisturiser I've got plus baking powder or similar.

VestaCurry · 20/03/2014 07:12

Clinique Take the Day Off cleansing balm

JohnCusacksWife · 20/03/2014 09:00

Superdrug Hot Cloth Cleanser - as good as Liz Earle but waaaayyyy cheaper.

TheBeautifulVisit · 20/03/2014 09:08

I use Vaseline to remove eye make up. And Nivea soft to remove face make up. Both removed with cotton wool pads. Then I splash with ice cold water, pat with a clean towel and moisturise with Lancôme.

inSomerset · 20/03/2014 18:20

I use body shop eye make-up remover for waterproof mascara & vegetable oil; grapeseed or sunflower for rest of fizog. Massage in a teaspoonful & then remove with a flannel wrung out in hottish water. Skin is much softer & clear, it's as cheap as chips and you can add a drop or two of essential oil to the bottle if you want.

PlumBear · 20/03/2014 18:31

This

www.marksandspencer.com/nuxe-micellar-cleansing-water-with-rose-petals-200ml/p/p22171917#bvHeader

Was using a superdrug hot polish cleanser, but skin seemed to be getting congested and this has done the trick. More expensive than I would normally use, but bought it in a massively reduced set from m& s after Christmas.

StepAwayFromTheEcclesCakes · 20/03/2014 18:40

I first remove eye makeup with babyoil on a cotton pad, then I smear my face with whatever cleanser i have on the go that S&B have usually recommended Smile wipe it off with toilet paper then I use a face wash and wipe off with a hot flannel. then comes a complicated routine of whatever serum / toner / oil / magic cure / miracle cream that I have bought into that week .... suprisingly my skin looks pretty nice for my age !

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