The Anti-Aging Method To Properly Remove Eye Makeup

How to remove eye makeup? The anti-aging routine of the experts

The importance of perfectly removing make-up  before going to bed is something we are particularly concerned about. As it is extremely delicate, the area around the eyes needs care and cleansers specifically for sensitive areas, but also targeted movements: the goal is not only to remove every trace of mascara or eye shadow, but also to fight wrinkles . Learning to remove eye makeup well is, in fact, the first anti-aging gesture in your skincare routine . As Marcella Ceva Grimaldi, Miamo Beauty Therapist points out, “We must not forget that under the skin we want to clean, there is a muscle.” The idea, then, is to pay attention to the eye makeup removal movements so that it has a lifting effect, which can prevent sagging and loss of elasticity. The results may not be immediate but, over time, carefully removing your eye makeup could prove to be the best anti-aging strategy.

The right moves

The first rule is not to rub, neither the eyelashes nor the skin. The ideal, in fact, is to soak a cotton pad with a special two-phase make-up remover and leave it on. “This way the cosmetic has time to work,” advises Marcella Ceva Grimaldi. The goal, of course, is not only to better remove makeup from the eyes, but also to avoid tension in the area around the eyes, which could cause redness and irritation.

Make-up remover with anti-aging action

“The eye contour starts to droop starting from the upper lid. For this reason, when removing eye makeup, it’s important to keep it firmly in place.” The first thing to do, therefore, is to place a hand over the eye, placing your fingers on the eyebrow. “Holding the upper part of the eyelid, while the disc is soaked in makeup remover you need to move it from top to bottom. The action focuses on the eyelashes , to “comb”, explains Beauty Therapist Miamo. The downside also deserves attention. The movements are almost identical: “You put one hand on the cheekbone and make a movement from top to bottom. “Keeping the skin still is essential to prevent ‘tears’ from forming and, in fact, allows the skin to remain elastic, stimulating the muscles to tighten more and more.”

The right texture

There are many makeup remover products, but not all of them are suitable for the eye contour area, especially if your skin is very sensitive. In fact, makeup remover butters and oils can be heavy. They remove makeup but first we need to activate them with a cleanser .

How to remove eye makeup: rinse

Activating products and textures is essential to achieve flawless makeup removal. “The cleanser should first be placed on the hands, activated with water, and then applied to the face,” explains Beauty Therapist Miamo. “The same applies to creams and butters: all cosmetics with a balm texture, in fact, need to be heated to penetrate the skin better. Mousses, on the other hand, are already ready and can be used immediately. However, be careful with micellar water, which must always be rinsed off, even with thermal water,” concludes the expert. As for rinsing, the best solution is to rely on running water, forgetting cloths and wipes. Also a basic drying tip: the face should always be patted dry only.