How to Remove Eye Make Up

Our eyes are one of the most sensitive parts of our body. The last thing you want to do is to get a full bunch of makeup or soap in them and regret that $8 you spent on that new eye shadow you didn't really need anyway. We'll start with the baby shampoo method and then go on to all the products in your bathroom cabinet that can get the job done, too -- without forking over the cash for a fancy eye-makeup remover.

1. Use baby shampoo. Think it's just for bathing little ones? The "tear free" baby shampoo is a great way to remove mascara (even waterproof), eyes shadow and eyeliner. Eye makeup removers can get pretty pricey (especially if you wear eye makeup frequently), so this is an affordable and a pain-free way to remove makeup. Without the burning!

2. Wet the area of your eyes with some warm tap water. Alternatively, you can dab some shampoo on a cotton ball and wipe it over your eyelids. Using cotton balls ensures that this process is a little more mess free.

·         If you'd like to only remove some of your makeup (you smudged it or made a mistake, for example), use a Q-tip! Just dab on some shampoo (or whatever you have at your disposal) on the necessary area. Then wipe it off with the other end of the Q-tip. Voila!

3. Apply a small amount of baby shampoo and massage it. Some foam will most likely appear. Keep your eyes closed so nothing gets in them. Even if it is "tear free" you don't want to take any risks!

4. clean it off with lukewarm water. 

Just like you would any cleanser, grab your wash cloth and gently wipe off the baby shampoo. Tada! Then gently wipe your face dry with a cloth towel.

·         If baby shampoo doesn't work for you or you don't have any on hand, try the methods discussed below!