I tried 5 different drugstore makeup removers, and I'll never use anything other than micellar water again

Samantha GrindellJul 21, 2020, 03:43 IST

I'm switching to Garnier's remover.Samantha Grindell/Insider

I tried five drugstore makeup removers to see which one was the best.
I tested Neutrogena's Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes, Aveeno's Positively Radiant Makeup Removing Wipes, Cetaphil's Gentle Oil-Free Makeup Remover, Olay's Gentle Facial Cloths, and Garnier's Micellar Cleansing Water.
Most of the wipes left makeup residue on my face, and they dried out my skin.
In my opinion, Garnier's Micellar Cleansing Water is the best option of the bunch, as it removed my makeup completely and moisturized my skin.

Like many people, I wear makeup, and I take it off — but I haven't found a remover that I love.

I wear makeup. Samantha Grindell/Insider

I tested five makeup removers. Samantha Grindell/Insider

I put on makeup for the test. Samantha Grindell/Insider

I tried Neutrogena's Makeup Remover Cleansing Towelettes. Samantha Grindell/Insider

The towelette was rough on my skin. Samantha Grindell/Insider

I tried Aveeno's Positively Radiant Makeup Removing Wipe. Samantha Grindell/Insider

The wipe left makeup around my eyes. Samantha Grindell/Insider

I tried Cetaphil's Gentle Oil-Free Makeup Remover. Samantha Grindell/Insider

The cleanser was pretty effective. Samantha Grindell/Insider

I tried Olay's Gentle Facial Cloths. Samantha Grindell/Insider

The wipes didn't really work. Samantha Grindell/Insider

I tried Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water. Samantha Grindell/Insider

The micellar water was my favorite makeup remover. Samantha Grindell/Insider

I'm switching to Garnier's remover. Samantha Grindell/Insider