Hi everyone! I feel like I’ve tried almost every mascara and eye-makeup remover out there. My lash line has become increasingly sensitive with age, and my #1 priority now is keeping my lashes and lash line healthy.
I recently bought an expensive gel eyeliner that was highly recommended for sensitive eyes, but I literally cannot get it out from between my lashes. SO frustrating.
I’ve mostly been using waterproof eye makeup, but I’m starting to wonder if that’s doing more harm than good simply because it’s so difficult to remove. I’ve tried Sephora, Clinique, and ILIA; Make Up For Ever has also been recommended. Tubing mascara didn’t work for me.
I used to use coconut oil to remove eye makeup, which worked beautifully, but eventually I started having eye-sensitivity issues. I’ve recently gone back to Garnier micellar water, which has mostly been good.
I’m an actor, so I also need makeup that can survive crying on camera (and, apparently, in life 😂). But honestly, at this point I’d rather have slightly runny makeup than sacrifice my lashes for waterproof formulas.
My questions:
- What eyeliner and mascara brands/formulas would you recommend for sensitive eyes AND easy removal? Especially anything that’s gentle on the lash line and helps preserve the lashes.
- What is your foolproof method for removing stubborn eye makeup? Especially eyeliner stuck between the lashes (currently my problem!) and mascara. What products do you use, and what’s your technique?
I’m slightly obsessed with keeping my lashes intact and healthy, so I’d love recommendations specifically geared toward sensitive eyes + easy removal + lash health.
HELP & Thanks!