Having an effective makeup remover is a necessity for most women. It's something used on a daily basis, and it needs to be both effective and good for the skin. Instead of opting for commercial brands with parabens, try some natural remedies from things you likely have lying around the home.
Introduction
Wearing makeup is a daily ritual for many women. Taking it off at the end of the day can seem like the ultimate chore. Commercial eye make-up removers can leave the eyes burning or feeling dry. There are green, vegan companies like Aveda, Urban Decay and Arbonne that offer green make-up removers. However, it may be possible to save some money and simply go with natural makeup removers that you likely already have lying around your house. Although these products are natural, they are home remedies. As such, they have not been tested for safety and effectiveness around the eyes so you should consult with an expert or medical professional before using any of them on a consistent basis.
Baby Oil
Perhaps something you never would have considered placing near your eyes, baby oil is actually a gentle, effective eye makeup remover. It also works on other areas of the face, but use it sparingly. The oil isn't always best for the entire face. When used for the eyes, it's a must.
Less is more when applying it. A few dabs of the oil on a cotton ball or facial tissue is perfect. Rub it over the eyes area while your eyes are gently closed. Depending on how much make up was applied, you may have to repeat the process a couple of times.
Aloe Vera and Jojoba Oil
Make a mixture of these two natural ingredients to get a powerful makeup remover that's also gentle on the skin. You must use 100% aloe vera gel for the mixture. Mix 1 cup of aloe vera gel with 1/2 cup of jojoba oil. Apply with a cotton ball to effectively remove makeup from your face.
Organic Almond Oil
This oil has more widespread use in France. It can double as a make-up remover. It can be used and applied on eyes in the same manner as baby oil.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
While this will be a bit more greasy around the eyes than organic almond oil, some women claim that extra virgin olive oil is a fantastic eye makeup remover when nothing else is around. It's gentle, but it's not good to use on all parts of the face. Be careful not to get too much in your eye itself.