I recently developed an allergic reaction to Garnier’s micellar water (both the pink and blue caps) that caused burns around and on my eyelids that hurt so bad :(( any suggestions for make up remover alternatives? Especially ones that help remove mascara would be a blessing

  • CatsInTrenchCoat@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    I use the ordinary squaline or rosehip oil. All miceller waters or makeup removers I’ve tried make my eyelids burn. Any face oil seems to work, I’ll rinse my face with warm water, oil and my cleanser

  • Slafgoalsky@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    If you’re good with oil bases, Lancome Tonique Comfort Hydrating Face Toner is super soothing. The oil melts off all mascara, makeup, and dirt, and then the oil+hyaluronic acid combo leaves your skin like butter. It’s a very gentle formula, designed for sensitive skin. Highly recommend, and if you try it, I hope it works for you!

  • m4dswine@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    My first Micellar water was the Garnier with the pink cap - awful. Didn’t think it was for me. Decided to try Bioderma last year and it is amazing. So gentle. Get a small bottle of it to try. It’s a bit more expensive but they often have deals on like 2 500ml bottles for €20.

  • girlypopgumi@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    Bioderma is the BEST micellar water hands down and I have bery sensitive skin. I only use it when I’m super lazy and don’t want to do the whole washing routine. Instead of micellar water, I double cleanse + use Heroine Make Speedy Remover (light blue tube). Best thing to remove waterproof mascara, I never had to tug my eye… literally apply it, put a wet cotton round over it for 20-30sec(full of micellar water or reg water), and then it’s off!

  • SparkyintheSnow@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    Does it have to be a micellar water? I use Ponds cold cream for my face, and Nivea’s waterproof eye makeup remover on my eyes. The Nivea makeup removers are a great drugstore option for sensitive skin!

    The Clinique take off the day balm is great too, but I find it a bit pricey.

  • tealparadise@alien.topBEnglish
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    11 months ago

    Clinique prides itself on everything being super non-irritating and hypoallergenic. Their whole range is like that.

  • Cyan_UwU@alien.top
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    11 months ago

    I just rub grapeseed oil all over my face then wash it off with soap and water (or a foam cleanser), then I use a cotton pad with some oil on it to wipe off any extra that didn’t come off