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Best eye makeup remover

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ChemistryTutorSolihull · 09/07/2020 18:29

Please could you recommend me a really good eye makeup remover? My eyes are so itchy at the moment.

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Elouera · 09/07/2020 18:34

I don't use a separate product for eyes and face. I just use garnier micella gel. Not the liquid micellar you need a cotton ball to use, but the pump gel one. It comes in a sensitive version too.

Aquamarine1029 · 09/07/2020 18:36

I use pure unscented almond oil. Works brilliantly and is very mild. It's excellent if you have dry, sensitive skin. I avoid all the rubbish ones loaded with chemicals.

Oceanp94 · 09/07/2020 18:44

I use mamia sensitive baby wipes from aldi -they're great

ChemistryTutorSolihull · 09/07/2020 19:04

Thank you so much. I think it's combination of too much screen time and a bit of hay fever so I feel like I need something really soothing to remove my mascara. Thanks for any tips

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lockdownparty · 09/07/2020 20:16

Grape seed oil and a hot cloth to remove all of your make up and unless you've got dry skin you don't need a moisturiser afterwards

Houseworkavoider · 09/07/2020 20:19

I like the ones you have to shake. Nivia do one that works really well. I prefer these over wipes or micella water because you don’t have to rub as much and I find it better for my lashes.
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TimeWastingButFun · 09/07/2020 20:22

I use the Johnsons face wipes (pink) then use a hot cloth cleanser afterwards. The wipes get all waterproof mascara off.

mrssmiling · 09/07/2020 20:30

Another vote for Nivea.
Very gentle, reasonably priced, and good for sensitive eyes
Often on offer - 3 for 2 at Boots.
www.boots.com/nivea-daily-essentials-double-effect-eye-make-up-remover-125ml-10183085

ZooeyS · 09/07/2020 20:31

Body Shop chamomile cleanser is great - I use Liz Earle hot cloth cleanser for my face but it doesn’t budge mascara, so finish with this.

millymoo1202 · 09/07/2020 22:50

Nivea one you shake is fantastic and cheap as chips! I used to use Clinique take the day off and this is better for a fraction of the cost

CornishTiger · 09/07/2020 22:52

Currently using up Body Shop chamomile eye make up removers. One is a waterproof version.

The is going to look at Klorlane

Starksforthewin · 10/07/2020 01:29

Another vote for Body Shop chamomile. I bulk buy!

Best I’ve ever used. Gentle but effective, no stinging.

Richlyfruited · 10/07/2020 08:17

After a lifetime of buying cheaper products, I've just treated myself to Lancome Bi-Facil eye makeup remover. Pricey but brilliant as every bit of mascara comes off really easily!

I've got very sensitive eyes and there's no stinging at all.

ChemistryTutorSolihull · 10/07/2020 22:50

Thanks so much, this has been really helpful

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EyeDrops · 10/07/2020 22:58

Ponds Cold Cream, less than a fiver and it's brilliant. Slather it on, leave it while I brush my teeth then wipe off with a hot flannel and it takes everything off. I have sensitive skin and it's really soothing. I also use it as a moisturiser sometimes, just a thin layer and leave it on overnight. Honestly, it's magic stuff.

TracyBeakerSoYeah · 10/07/2020 23:05

Garnier Sensitive Micellar Water gets rid of all eye make up even waterproof mascara or long lasting liquid eye liner.

heysugar · 10/07/2020 23:10

I also use the nivea one already posted, it's really gentle but gets everything off. I do enjoy the Clinique take the day off samples but can't justify the spend on it.

Calyx72 · 10/07/2020 23:14

I have found face silk pads and they're brilliant
No chemicals just water. They are amazing.
Searched online just now and can only find 'face halo':

https://www.boots.com/face-halo-make-up-remover-pad-originalal---single-pack-10256321

Carbis · 11/07/2020 06:19

Having just wasted my money on Kiehl’s cleansing oil, I’m going to go back to Superfacialist vitamin C cleansing oil which I use with a normal muslin. In the meantime, I’m using good old coconut oil which seems to be the answer to most problems!

FingersXssd83 · 12/07/2020 09:18

Garnier micellar water removes all make-up in one go!

vaz119 · 12/07/2020 10:30

The clinique take the day off balm is awesome... Takes off my waterproof mascara easily

Ratonastick · 12/07/2020 11:16

I use Vaseline for eye make up, I rub a tiny bit across my eyes then take it off with warm water and cotton wool. I’m a fellow hay fever sufferer and occasionally get a little eczema on my eyelids if I am particularly stressed. Vaseline has always worked really well and never given me any problems.

CandidaAlbicans2 · 12/07/2020 18:16

A little dab of coconut oil (or any oil), rubbed it through the lashes then wiped off with a damp cloth. Easy, very effective, cheap, no wasteful packaging, and not lining the pockets of these massive companies (I bloody hate the beauty industry so anything to avoid it I like).

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theneverendinglaundry · 12/07/2020 20:03

I use Simple cleansing oil and it is pretty good at removing mascara, although I do use double the recommended amount. Agree that coconut oil would do the job just as well.

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