It's not just face wipes that fill up landfills, cotton balls and cotton swabs are equally as problematic. These small makeup removers replace either of those. Use the rounded edge to wipe makeup off your lids and brows, the pointed tip to reach your lashes and corners of your eyes. Bonus: They're also less absorbent than cotton balls, so you'll go through less eye makeup remover.
Believe it: With these reusable pads, you don't even need a cleanser. Made with microfibers that are 100 times finer than a human hair, all you have to do is add water and wipe to remove even the most stubborn waterproof formulas. The convenience factor can't be beat, making these our travel go-to — and they can also be washed up to 200 times.
OK, so it may not be their intended use, but these are a favorite among beauty insiders for their impressively effective makeup removing abilities. One side is a little thicker, ideal for creamy or oil-based cleansers; the other is slightly thinner and perfect to use with micellar water. As you'd expect (given their original purpose), the organic bamboo material is extra soft. And perhaps best of all, you can get them on Amazon Prime.
We love the larger size of this ultra-soft cloth (seven inches by 16 inches, to be exact). Just add a little H2O and gently wipe away any and every last trace of makeup. It's ideal not only for everyday makeup but also heavy-duty stuff, think airbrushed foundation or Halloween makeup. (Pro tip: Throw it in the wash before you first use it, so that it doesn't leave behind any fuzzies.)
Muslin cleansing cloths have somewhat of a cult-like following, but they can often be just a little too scratchy for sensitive skin. That's why we love this dual-sided option. The muslin is perfect for both makeup removal and/or mild exfoliation, while the reverse flannel side is extra soft and perfect for easily-irritated skin or to use around your eyes.
