Removing waterproof mascara without makeup remover is possible with a few household items. Here are some methods to remove waterproof mascara without makeup remover:
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Petroleum jelly: Place a pea-sized amount of petroleum jelly in your palm. Dip your finger in the jelly and apply it to your lashes. Gently rub your lashes to remove the mascara. Wipe your lashes clean with a makeup pad soaked in warm water.
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Baby oil: Dampen a makeup pad or cotton swab with some baby oil. Apply a pea-sized amount of baby oil to the makeup pad or cotton swab. Add more of the baby oil if needed once you begin to wipe the mascara away. Press the coated makeup pad against your eyelashes for 1 minute. Close your eye and gently hold the makeup pad on your eyelashes. The oil soaking into your eyelashes will help break down the waterproof mascara.
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Olive oil: Olive oil is an effective remover of waterproof makeup. Apply a small amount of olive oil to a cotton pad and gently wipe your lashes to remove the mascara. You can also mix a little olive oil into your regular facial wash to make your own waterproof makeup remover.
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Coconut oil: Coconut oil is another natural alternative to over-the-counter makeup remover. Apply a small amount of coconut oil to a cotton pad and gently wipe your lashes to remove the mascara. You can also mix a little coconut oil into your regular facial wash to make your own waterproof makeup remover.
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Warm water: Dampen a makeup pad slightly with warm water. Then, close one eye and gently wipe your lashes to remove the petroleum jelly and waterproof mascara.
It is important to be gentle when removing waterproof mascara to avoid harming your lashes. Avoid rubbing your eyes too hard or using harsh chemicals.
