I know that feeling when you have either run out of makeup wipes or even makeup remover, it can be frustrating, and the last thing you want to do is go to sleep with your makeup on.
So want to know how to remove your makeup without a makeup remover? Using a natural product such as coconut oil works well, as it helps break down the chemicals from your makeup similar to a makeup remover, and also using olive oil works a similar way and can certainly be used to remove your makeup if you don’t have any wipes or makeup remover to hand.
If for some reason you happen to not remove your makeup and you fall asleep, the makeup can cause your skin pores to become clogged and even create acne over time, not to mention that some removers use harsh ingredients that can cause skin irritation.
What Is The Best Natural Way To Remove Makeup?
You can certainly remove your makeup in a more natural way, or use alternatives and even create your own DIY wipes and makeup remover, without using any chemicals.
The first way to naturally remove your makeup is by using coconut oil, the oil will need to be melted down just by simply using your body tempreture just by using a small amount of cocnut oil. The oil itself helps break down the makeup’s chemical which then allows you to simply wipe away the makeup just by using a simple fibre cloth or even a paper towel.
The second way of using a natural product would be olive oil, and yes it’s the same oil that you use on salads and cooking. The reason for this is because the olive oil can break down other oils, and because makeup is generally made up of wax and oils it’s easier for the olive oil to wipe off the makeup from your skin, and the fact that your skin secrets natural oils it helps and together it will take a few drops on a papertowel and you can wipe your makeup off.
I have further spoken about both coconut oil and olive oil and how they work as a makeup remover.
Coconut Oil
Organic Coconut oil is one of the most natural ways of removing makeup off your face. Coconut Oil usually comes in a solid state and can easily be melted into a liquid form with the heat of the body temperature.
Once its melted, It removes the most stubborn type of makeup such as waterproof makeup. Coconut oil behaves like a makeup removing balm, It breaks down makeup and melts it off. When your using organic coconut oil to remove makeup off your skin it usually helps keep the skin very hydrated.
It’s important to have a certain routine when removing your makeup with coconut oil because while removing the makeup with coconut oil it can smear it off everywhere creating a huge mess. The way I use coconut oil is to remove the makeup from the skin, it is beginning to rub it into the skin and allow the coconut oil to lift away any makeup that had been applied to the skin.
Once the coconut has been broken down the makeup it’s best to use a damp face cloth to gently remove all the residue. Lastly, make sure you use your cleanser to remove everything off your skin.
Organic Coconut Oil works well with stubborn eye makeup and breaks down the makeup, when cleaning up the makeup residue use a cotton pad soaked in water and gently remove any residue. This should keep your skin soft, supple and cleansed of all makeup. Coconut oil can also help the elasticity of the skin which can be great for antiaging.
Olive Oil
Olive oil is another great alternative to remove makeup off the skin. The difference between coconut oil and olive oil is that olive oil is more thicker and comes in a liquid formulation compared to coconut oil which is usually a solid that turns into a liquid.
Applying olive oil to the skin can break down long lasting makeup, by adding a few drops of olive oil to a cotton pad and gently rubbing the cotton pad over your eyelid to remove any makeup. Again, there will be residue from your eye makeup, and the best way to remove it is by using a soaked cotton pad or a clean face cloth that has been dampened in water and remove any residue.
When using olive oil to remove your makeup it can be massaged into the skin and it will also break down the makeup. Olive oil has many good skincare benefits at removing sun tanning agents, It’s also great with helping reduce wrinkles, reduces acne scars, sunscreen under you eye moisturizer.
Joba Joba Oil
Joba Joba oil is a drier oil and absorbs into the skin more beautifully. Joba Joba oil is great at removing really light makeup, the oil is a lighter oil and it isn’t as thick as coconut oil or olive oil. The best way to remove any residue makeup around the eye area is using a few drops of Joba Joba oil on a Q-tip and gently sweeping off any excess mascara or liner around the eye area.
I would still suggest to use a wet face towel to remove any residue and wash the face with a daily cleanser. There are many skin care benefits to Joba Joba oil it can soothe and hydrate the skin, which is also suitable for all skin types.
When it comes to using a toner another natural way of doing it is by using an alternative called Witch Hazel. Toners are great at conditioning the skin while also removing dirt and oils from the pores. Witch hazel can remove make up from the top layer of the skin.
I personally find it works best in removing any makeup dirt and oils. It’s best to remove any makeup with a thicker oil such as, coconut oil or olive oil and then wash it off with a cleanser. Once the skin is cleansed well then it’s best to soak the witch hazel into the cotton pad and gently wipe off any excess makeup that may be residing within the pores, it’s also known to tighten the pores, and keep the skin squeaky clean.
Witch hazel is known to be an astringent that can help clean up scratches and grazes and even helps soothe the skin.
Baby wipes another alternative for makeup wipes would be baby wipes. Baby wipes can remove makeup, and are usually used for sensitive baby skin and is usually safe for sensitive skin types.
Baby wipes can simply be used to wipe off make up that may reside on the skin, it’s important to be gentle with these wipes and not scrub the skin but rather gently swipe off makeup
Fiber Clothes
Fibre clothes are one of the easier ways to remove makeup without having to use any makeup cleansers or makeup removers. Fiber clothes can remove makeup with just water, by adding water to the fiber cloth, it can gently remove makeup off the face.
The great thing about fibre cloths is that they can be used to wipe off any type of makeup from the skin. The fibers in the fiber cloths remove makeup by grabbing makeup particles and trapping them in the fibers, which pushes away the makeup particles away from the skin rather than pushes it into the skin.
When using a fiber cloth to remove your makeup make sure you use it in a gentle circular motion to remove the makeup. Once the makeup is gently removed, then it’s optional if you want to use a face wash to wash the skin.
There are a few ways to make your own makeup remover with simple house hold items that you may have in your home.
How To Make Your Own Makeup Remover
What you will need:
- Cotton pads
- Organic Coconut Oil
- Gentle Baby Shampoo (No more tears!)
- 1 Cup of distilled water
- Mason Jar
In order to make your own makeup wipes all you will need is some cotton pads and place them in a mason jar. Add some water in a separate cup, and add about 2 tablespoons of melted organic coconut oil.
The cotton pads will allow you to wipe off the makeup. The coconut oil will help lift up and break down any makeup, by adding Baby Shampoo it will be suitable for sensitive skin types, and even around the eye area while helping wash off the makeup and oils. The distilled water is used to thin out the mixture and the mason jar would be where the formulation would be placed.
Take the organic coconut oil and the distilled water and begin to stir the two ingredients. Next, add a few squirts of baby shampoo to the mixture. Lastly, pour the mixture into the mason jar with the cotton pads and allow the cotton pads to soak in the mixture. Make sure to shake up the mixture and it should be ready to use right away.
How To Make Your Own Makeup Wipes
There are several formulations on how to make your own makeup wipes. This is another great alternative to going for a more natural and a non-toxic way to remove makeup. The great thing about making your own makeup wipes is that it is better for the environment. The following are a few items that you may need to help remove your makeup.
- ½ roll of paper towels
- 2 spoons of coconut oil
- 2 cups of distilled water
- 2 table spoons of Dr. Bronners pure liquid soap (unscented soap)
- Essential oil
- A large candy jar
When making your own makeup wipes, it’s important to use paper towels that are strong and sturdy so that they don’t rip apart in the mixture. Make sure you cut the entire paper towel in half with a clean, sharp knife . You would then need to take the stuff, the half a role in the large candy jar.
Next, it’s time to make the solution for the makeup wipes which should be placed in a different jar for mixing the formulation. This would include 1 cup of distilled water.
The reason why distilled water is being used, is because this will prevent mold from growing on the wipes. Add two tablespoons of melted organic coconut oil into the mixture, then add two tablespoons of Dr Bronner pure liquid soap.
This soap is non-scented and doesn’t have any toxic chemicals in it. Lastly, add ten drops of your favourite essential oil which suits your skins needs, pour this mixture into the candy jar with the paper towel, and allow the paper towel to soak in all the formulation.
DIY Makeup Wipes For Sensitive Skin
- ½ roll of paper towels
- 2 spoons Coconut Oil
- 2 cups of distilled water
- 2 table spoons of Dr.Bronner’s Pure-Castile Liquid Soap(Baby Unscented)
- 10 drops chamomile Essential oil- helps calm the skin
- A large candy jar
If you have skin that is really sensitive, it’s best to look at Chamomile Essential oils, by adding Chamomile Essential oil by adding a few drops to your makeup wipes the key benefits are good for rosacea, irritated skin and acne. It has calming effects for this type of sensitive skin.
DIY Makeup Wipes For Acne Skin
- ½ roll of paper towels (10-15 pieces)
- Two table spoon of Coconut Oil
- 2 cups of distilled water
- 2 table spoons of Dr.Bronner’s – Pure-Castile Liquid Soap (Baby Unscented)
- 10 drops of Tea Tree Oil- works as an antiseptic
- A large candy jar
If you suffer from acne an natural essential oil that you can add in your makeup wipes is Tea Tree Oil. It’s known for its anti-inflammatory properties it can also be used as natural antiseptic . Many people believe it can help calm redness, swelling and inflammation. Overtime, it can help prevent acne scars even leave the skin looking clear and smooth.
DIY Makeup Wipes For Dry Skin
- ½ roll of paper towels
- Two table spoon of Coconut Oil
- 2 cups of distilled water
- 2 table Spoons of Dr. Bronner- Pure Castile Liquid Soap (Baby unscented)
- Rose oil redness. Good for anti inflammatory skin
- A large candy jar
If you suffer from dry and redness with your skin you might want to add rose oil to your makeup wipes. Rose essential oil has moisturizing properties for your dry skin, and is also known to have antiseptic properties. Some of the other benefits it has, is anti-inflammatory properties which help with redness and inflammation.
DIY Makeup Wipes For Wrinkles
- ½ roll of paper towel
- Two tablespoon of Coconut Oil
- 2 cups of distilled water
- 2 tablespoons of Dr. Bronner- Pure Castile Liquid Soap (Baby unscented)
- Lavender- helps with wrinkles
- A large candy jar
- Green tea oil
If your looking to make a more anti-aging makeup wipe then its good to look at Green Tea oil. Green Tea oil is an oil that is high in antioxidants which helps the skin regenerate, this provides the skin with anti-aging properties. If your looking at a way to control the oils on your skin, then Green Tea oil is also good for helping your skin reduce oil secretion that usually causes acne.
In conclusion, when it comes to removing makeup its not really necessary to always have your makeup remover at hand. Sometimes the best makeup remover maybe sitting in our kitchen. By using organic products this can reassure you that the product is as natural as possible and isn’t toxic for the skin like many makeup brands out there.
By using a thicker oil like Coconut oil or Olive oil this can be used as a balm makeup remover. The oil is usually thicker but breaks down the makeup making it easy to remove. Once the makeup is broken down, with either Coconut oils or Olive oil then its necessary to wipe off the broken down makeup with a clean damp face cloth.
It’s best to wash your face afterwards with your face cleanser to remove any residue. Another way of removing excess makeup is using Witch Hazel to remove any makeup that may be residing in the pores that the face cleanser was unable to remove. Witch Hazel is great being used as a toner.
There are other options for removing makeup, such as micro fiber cloths which remove makeup with just water. The micro fibers trap the makeup in the fibers and pushes away makeup from the skin, this is another great alternative way of removing makeup for sensitive skin types.
There are other options cleaning the skin without using makeup remover, one of them being making your own makeup wipes. There are a few ways of making your own non-toxic makeup removers and even customizing them to your skins personal needs. The great thing about making your own makeup remover, is that it wont have as much chemicals in it and will probably be better for the environment.