The Best Eye Makeup Removers, According to Makeup Artists

This eye makeup remover from CereVe is our top choice to melt away your eye shadows and liners while also keeping the skin around your eyes soft and hydrated. Suitable for all skin types, even delicate ones, this bi-phase oil even works on tougher products such as waterproof mascara.

Infused with hyaluronic acid and essential ceramides to ensure your skin doesn't dry out, we also love how it is fragrance-free so less likely to cause irritation. The non-comedogenic formula has also been ophthalmologist-tested.

E.l.f is one of our favorite makeup brands, so we were delighted when they started adding skincare to their collection. Their hydrating makeup remover is our top pick from the drugstore due to its non-greasy gentle formula that cleans away eye makeup in an instant.

Unlike other cleansers that can strip away your skin’s moisture, this makeup remover delivers a trio of hydrating ingredients to ensure your lids and lashes are also taken care of. Hyaluronic acid, squalane, and niacinamide work together to keep your skin nourished and conditioned.

Proving that skincare doesn’t have to break the bank to be effective, this sensitive-skin friendly remover is the ideal choice for those who wear makeup everyday and tend to use up their cleansers quickly.

This pick tackles everything from black eyeliner to waterproof mascara by gently melting the products away without causing irritation. The chamomilla flower water infused formula keeps your eyes soothed and calm, so ideal for anyone who suffers from redness.

We love investing in skincare and if you are looking for a luxurious formula to remove your eye makeup at night, this is the one to go for. Everything from the purple and gold packaging to the lightweight texture make this product feel extra special.

This oil-free remover effectively cleans away products and impurities without leaving any residue or grease and gives your skin a soft and fresh looking glow.

The skin around the eyes is one of the most delicate areas of the face which is why so many people find eye makeup removers tend to cause irritation. This micellar water from Bioderma removes makeup, pollution, dirt, and impurities without any harsh ingredients.

The no-rinse formula is both fragrance and alcohol-free and provides both an intense cleanse while also soothing and protecting the skin against external stressors.

This dual-phase remover from Almay makes cleansing away even the most stubborn waterproof mascara easy. Both ophthalmologist and dermatologist tested, this product works in two stages—first to remove your eye makeup, then secondly to moisturize and hydrate your skin.

There is no need for repeatedly wiping or aggressively rubbing with this product as it has been specifically designed to swiftly break down products to make them melt off without causing irritation.

This milky-cream cleanser is the best in the business. The fragrance-free formula feels luxurious and not only does it successfully remove all your makeup, it also leaves your skin looking and feeling more supple.

More than just an eye makeup remover, this cleanser has been formulated with essential ceramides, niacinamide, and prebiotic thermal water to ensure your skin is not only left feeling clean and refreshed but also looking healthier.

Melt away your eye makeup with this popular pick from Lancome that is one of the standout products from their skincare range. Ideal for all skin types, this lightweight oil based formula makes removing your mascara a breeze as it effortlessly breaks down products, leaving your skin looking and feeling fresh and clean.

Lipid concentrate along with an emollient mix work together to gently lift products from the lids, then wash them away. This dual cleansing method also works especially well for those who wear contact lenses.

Cleansing balms have become an increasingly popular method to remove your makeup due to how soft they leave your skin feeling. This pick from True Botanicals feels like a mini-facial whenever you massage it into your skin and if you are looking to achieve a spa-like experience from home this is the pick for you.

This balm quickly turns into an oily once worked into the skin and the combination of turmeric and ginger along with lactic and azelaic acids give your complexion a refreshed feeling and a radiant finish.

Milk makeup removers are the perfect choice for those who find oils too greasy and liquids too drying. As with all Physicians Formula products, this cleansing milk has been created to be sensitive-skin friendly and without the addition of harsh ingredients.

Using the nourishing benefits of coconut milk as its base, the silky smooth feel of this cleanser gently washes away your eye makeup leaving your skin feeling conditioned.

This ​​is our go-oil for removing eye makeup as the combo of rice bran and sunflower seed oil not only effectively melts away tough mascara, but also leaves the skin around the eyes looking tighter and more hydrated.

Despite being an oil this remover feels surprisingly lightweight and the formula is gentle enough to use on the eyes without stinging. We also love that it is one of the few cleansers that contains squalane for an extra dose of moisture.

Oily eyelids are extremely common so if you find that your eyeshadow doesn’t last or ends up creasing—try switching to this oil-free makeup remover. This pick removes everything, even waterproof products, without feeling greasy or leaving any residue.

Both dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested, the bi-phase formula of this cleanser is also suitable for delicate skin. It has even been infused with aloe vera, ginseng, and green tea for extra soothing benefits.

If you love a smokey eye then this is the product to ensure your lids are kept soft and conditioned in between applications. This remover gently dissolves eyeshadows, liners, and mascaras without tugging or causing irritation to the skin.

The oil-free formula provides a deep clean to your skin to keep your pores clear and your base looking fresh.

If you wear contacts and find some makeup removers tend to leave your vision blurry due to leftover product on the lens or cause your eyes to sting, then it’s worth trying this pick from Neutrogena.

The non-greasy residue-free formula cleans away products swiftly, while also delivering your skin with a calming dose of aloe vera and cucumber extract to soothe your eye area and reduce redness.

Wash away makeup with this silky-feel cleansing oil from Korean beauty brand Innisfree. The formula reads like a dream for skincare lovers as it is packed full of nourishing and hydrating ingredients.

Green tea water, amino acids, along with five botanical oils work together to cleanse your eyes and face thoroughly while simultaneously infusing it with moisture and antioxidants to give your complexion a fresh and radiant glow.