5 steps to remove heavy makeup

• January 9, 2022

Beauties, we’re finally going back out to our hangouts and to our friends- those few ones who are still testing negative 😆

So you’ve attended an event, you looked beautiful and you had fun, but now it’s late at night and you have to remove your makeup.

Option 1: you rub your face with a facial wipe and risk the wrath of the skin care gods.

Option 2: you take the time to properly remove your makeup even if you’re half asleep.

Option 3: the only option is option 2 🏹

It only takes 5 steps to properly remove any heavy makeup, and we’re sharing the best products to help you get the job quickly and effectively done.

No.1: Micellar Water

One of the easiest ways to remove makeup is by using a no-rinse facial cleanser like micellar water which consists of tiny oil molecules that act like a magnet to remove dirt, oil, and makeup from the skin. This helps to cleanse, tone and hydrate the skin all at once.

With a cotton pad, gently press into the skin and wipe across the face and eyes to remove dirt and oily buildup. Remember to never rub it in.

Try the Avène Cleanance Micellar Water makeup remover recommended especially for sensitive oily skin with imperfections. It gently removes impurities, including make-up, from the face and eyes without the need for rinsing.

No.2: Facial Cleanser

With heavy makeup one cleansing is not enough to remove all the impurities from your skin. It’s possible to have leftover makeup on your skin, so you want to be extra sure that the surface of your complexion is clean.

This is where the double cleansing trend comes in. As the name suggests, it’s all about cleansing your skin twice—first with a no-rinse cleanser and then with a rinse-off product.

Since micellar water counts as your first cleansing step, follow up with a gentle foaming gel like the Sebiaclear Foaming Gel For sensitive, combination to oily & acne-prone skin. This soap-free cleanser gently purifies and unclogs the skin while eliminating impurities without drying-out the skin. Easy to rinse, it leaves the skin perfectly clean, fresh and mattified.

Squeeze a pea of product into your hands and add some water, then gently massage it onto your face in circular motions while avoiding your eye area.

Rinse it off with lukewarm water (never hot water) and gently pat dry.

No.3: Focus on your eyes and lips

Now that you made sure that your foundation has been completely removed (put your hair back and check your hairline) it’s time to focus on your eyes and lips.

To get every bit of waterproof mascara and long-wear lipstick off, use a cotton swab and gently go over your eyelids and your lips, especially the edges where product might build up.

Use a gentle makeup remover like the Soskin Restorative makeup remover which is specifically formulated for waterproof products.

And remember: don’t rub the cotton into your skin, rather move it gently from the inside to the outside, in one direction only.

No.4: Hydrate with a Serum

Beauties, now that we’ve cleansed it is imperative to hydrate our skin for a beautiful complexion. What better way to start the New Year than to nourish our skin in depth and keep it hydrated!

For a radiant and fresh look, we love the Revuele Hydrating Serum which contains rice extract, quinoa extract and chia extract. Rich in essential fatty acids, it restores the skin’s barrier function, which helps contain skin hydration so it looks and feels hydrated and soft.

We’re sure this will be a staple in your new skin care routine, as it is also organic and vegan with a lightweight formula that replenishes skin with hydration to leave you with a visibly plumped and healthy-looking complexion. Smooth two to three drops over the face and neck.

No.5: Seal-in the Moisture

If you want to have great skin in the morning, now is the time to apply a good night cream. As you sleep, your skin will be restored to recover its youthful glow.

Whatever your skin type, adding night cream to your routine is an important step to help keep your skin moisturized.

That’s why the Eucerin Hyaluron-Filler+Volume lift is one of our favorites. It’s rich in antioxidants and Hyaluronic acid, need we say more?

The exclusive double-feature of this cream is that it will plump up the skin as well as help reduce any signs of fatigue and fine wrinkles.

It’s unfortunate that Siri can’t take your makeup off for you, but there is something else she can do: Siri, book my next appointment with Dr. Costi!

All featured products are available on www.skinperfection.me