It is not every other day that we get invited to parties, weddings, and other special occasions. On such special occasions, it is imperative that we look our best. No matter how glamorous your dress may look, you will not look dazzling enough with no makeup.

For most people, applying makeup consists of wearing a primer, foundation, and concealer among other products. We often take a good amount of time making sure our makeup is flawless. However, a larger percentage of people forget to remove the makeup before jumping into bed.

Leaving makeup on overnight is not advisable. The reason being, makeup can clog your pores making you prone to acne among other things.

In this article, we are going to look at the various non-toxic substances in your home that you can use as makeup removers.

Let's get started.

• Olive or coconut oil

If you have dry skin, olive and coconut oil is the best makeup remover for you.

Most makeup products are made from oil and waxes. Since oil dissolves oil, one can effectively make use of coconut or olive oil to remove makeup. All you have to do is dab some of the oil on a cotton swab and gently wipe the face. After you are done, wash the face with a cleanser.

However, before going for this method of makeup removal, make sure your skin is not sensitive to the coconut oil. If you have oily skin, it is best to avoid this method.

• Milk

This may come as a surprise to many but milk is a great makeup remover.

Whole milk contains fats and proteins that hydrate the skin and allow it to retain moisture.

As an effective makeup remover, dab some milk on a cotton ball and wipe the face. You could also add a tablespoon of almond oil in to the milk for easier makeup removal.

• Baking soda and honey

Another unusual but effective makeup remover is a mixture of organic honey and baking soda.

On a clean cloth, place a small amount of honey then sprinkle some baking soda on it. This mixture will remove any type of makeup while also doubling up as the perfect exfoliator. Finish off by rinsing the face.

• Cucumber

What most consumers do not realize is that cucumber juice is an ingredient in a handful of makeup removers.

The trick is to blend the cucumber into a thick paste, add a little carrier oil (one that suits your preference) and use it as a cleanser. Apart from removing makeup, cucumber has anti-inflammatory properties and also soothes the skin.

Conclusion

A makeup remover is an important factor in any skincare routine. Many people will use a cleanser to remove makeup. However, what they fail to understand is, cleansers are meant for cleansing the face and not removing makeup.

By embracing a nightly routine of always removing your makeup before jumping into bed will help in keeping pimples and acne at bay. Also, your skin will glow and become radiant in no time. The only thing to do is incorporate makeup removal into your daily skincare routine.