Celeste Elle
At the end of a long day, there’s something incredibly satisfying about removing your makeup and letting your skin breathe.
But finding the right makeup remover that effectively cleanses stubborn waterproof mascara or layers of foundation can be tough.
And that’s where this list of makeup removers from $12 comes in handy to help you remove makeup thoroughly.
Have a look and cart out what you think would work for you!
Sephora Collection Express Waterproof Makeup Remover
Price: $12
After a full day of makeup, raccoon eyes are the last look you want.
That’s where this waterproof makeup remover comes in with its soothing formula that makes light work of even the most stubborn waterproof mascara and eyeliner without greasy residue.
Infused with cornflower extract, it protects your delicate eye area, calming and hydrating with each swipe.
Caudalie Vinoclean Makeup Removing Cleansing Oil
Price: $21
This botanical cleansing oil deploys a 100% plant-powered formula to dissolve every last trace of makeup.
As it whisks away cosmetics, it simultaneously coats your skin with antioxidant-rich plant oils, leaving you with a healthier glow.
And thanks to castor oil, you will notice lusher lashes in the long term, too.
Dear Dahlia Skin Conditioning Lip & Eye Remover
Price: $22
Dear Dahlia Lip & Eye Remover is a lightweight, oil-in-water blend that melts away makeup without any tugging or greasy residue.
Infused with shea butter, sweet almond oil, and olive oil, it pampers eye areas while breaking down long-wearing pigments.
The pH-balanced, non-irritating formula soothes sensitive skin as it clears away impurities.
Vegan, cruelty-free, and very hardworking.
Clinique Take The Day Off Cleansing Balm
Price: $25
A cult favorite among makeup wearers, this balm transforms from solid to oil to milk as you massage it onto skin, dissolving even your most stubborn mascara and sunscreen.
Plus, it’s lightweight and infused with hydrating safflower seed oil and vitamin E to leave skin feeling nourished.
Bobbi Brown Soothing Cleansing Oil
Price: $26
This cleansing oil slips onto skin and removes makeup thoroughly (we’re looking at you, long-wearing lipstick).
Simply massage it in, add a few drops of water, and watch as it transforms into a silky film that rinses away impurities.
Made with a botanical blend of olive, lavender, jasmine, and jojoba oils, each drop conditions.
Get a fresh canvas primed for the rest of your night routine.
Shu Uemura Ultime8∞ Sublime Beauty Cleansing Oil
Price: $35
Say sayonara to chalky makeup removers and konnichiwa to this cleansing oil that embraces your face in a cashmere-like veil of hydration.
At its heart lies precious tsubaki oil—the liquid gold of Japanese beauty rituals.
Obtained from hand-picked seeds on the island of Toshima, this cleansing oil wipes away makeup while protecting your skin.
It also contains ginseng, each pump a worthy part of your cleansing ritual.
