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What's the gentlest way to remove waterproof mascara?

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Use an oil-based eye makeup remover with a Q-tip or cotton round to remove waterproof mascara. Disposable makeup remover towelettes are gentle as well, but make sure the packaging says it's formulated to remove waterproof or long-wearing makeup.

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I have tried all of the steps but my mascara still won't come off, what can I do?

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Try using baby oil to remove waterproof mascara; it takes a bit longer than a wet wipe taking off normal mascara, but it does the job.

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What will happen is I leave my waterproof mascara on all night?

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It'll clump, and your eyelashes may become loose and shed, but not much otherwise.

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Can micellar water remove waterproof mascara?

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Yes, micellar water can remove waterproof mascara. Use it the same way you would makeup remover: soak a cotton ball with micellar water, press it against your eyelid and lashes, then gently sweep it away.

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How can I prevent myself from accidentally plucking out my eyelashes?

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Rub coconut oil gently on your lashes and wipe off.

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How do you take it off with water only?

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It's waterproof mascara, so water will not take it off.

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How do I take waterproof makeup off the best way with just a makeup cloth?

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The best way is to use a makeup wipe, or makeup remover to get it off faster. If you do use a cloth, then add just a bit of makeup remover to get it off.

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What if these steps don't help?

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Repeat them until you see results.

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How do I get the mascara off my face cloth?

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Put a bit of coconut oil and a gentle soap on your cloth. Fold the cloth, then rub the sides together to break up the makeup. Rinse, and it may require a round of hand washing or a turn in the washing machine as well.

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Will baby oil take off regular mascara?

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Yes, baby oil will take off regular mascara.

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Should I use oil if my makeup wipe isn't removing my mascara?

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You can find an oil based makeup remover or a specific remover for waterproof mascara that will work to remove your mascara.

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Can I remove waterproof mascara using only makeup wipes?

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Yes, if the makeup wipe is designed to take off waterproof mascara. If it doesn’t say they are waterproof wipes, then go with one of the options above.

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