Can overexfoliate – The make-up remover cloth requires a bit of scrubbing, which can irritate your skin if daily physical exfoliation is too much for your skin. Verdict By the time you hit your 30s, you learn that taking off your makeup and washing your face is a crucial step in your P.M. routine. Gone are the days of passing out in last night’s makeup and rolling into the office looking as if you had a full night’s sleep—to achieve that fresh-faced look now, you need to carefully cleanse and actually get some shut-eye. Makeup remover cloths will erase all the makeup be it heavy or light thoroughly without creating any friction on your skin layer or triggering breakouts. So, if you have acne-prone skin, a makeup cloth will ensure intense cleaning without causing any abrasion. Bacterial buildup – The cloths recommend that you wring them out and dry them after each use, with a wash once a week, but without a cleanser or soap it’s possible that you’ll get bacteria growing on the cloth. You could buy enough so you can wash each one after one use, but realistically not many people are going to do that. Theoretically, the make-up remover cloths made from synthetic fibres will be more resistant to bacterial growth than the ones that use cotton, since you can squeeze them dry more easily.

Portability: A handy and portable towel is always the best option. So, in case you have to travel, it wouldn’t take up much space in your makeup or skincare kit.I fall in the normal skin camp, although I am prone to acne at certain times of the month. With Dr. Patel’s advice in mind, I spent 90 hours testing 14 different highly-rated washcloths. I evaluated each washcloth's material, size, and machine-washability, then scored them based on texture and feel, how exfoliating they were, how easily they removed makeup, and more. Our panel of 69 testers trialled 12 reusable makeup remover products over a two-week period. They judged everything from the design and the material to how effective they were at removing makeup. I only used about an eighth of it – for a full face, I need about a hand area’s worth. With less long-wearing make-up, you could probably get most of the make-up out with some soap and water, then do a deep machine clean once a week or so. Using the front side of the cloth (not the side with the tag), start by holding the cloth gently over the eyes to loosen mascara and other eye makeup. Then softly swipe down and to the outsides of each eye. Final eye step is to softly move under the eye to remove eye liner. Next, very gently move in circular motions over your entire face to remove foundation etc.

Throughout testing, I learned different materials are geared toward different skin benefits and goals. For example, muslin exfoliates well, while polyester is relatively good at removing makeup. Ultrafine microfibers (like what Face Halo Reusable Pads are made of) are excellent at removing makeup. Silk can remove makeup without you even having to wet it first. Cotton is a basic, effective material that will cleanse well and remove makeup. Makeup remover cloths are a great substitute for disposable wipes if you are looking for an eco-friendly option. They are reusable, machine-washable, and durable too.The best part is…it’s reusable. Throw it in the wash and no stains remain. The MakeUp Eraser will last up to 1,000 washes and eliminates the need to buy disposable product to remove your makeup. The MakeUp Eraser cloth with a luxury hand-sewn sateen edge that’s plush and soft to the touch. Treat yourself to a spa at home every day, while saving money! Jane Iredale Magic Mitt – This one comes in a handy mitt shape so you can easily get it into tight spots without so much slipping around. This one does actually call itself microfibre. The one downside of this washcloth is that it won’t remove all of your makeup. While it wiped away my tinted moisturizer, cheek tint, and concealer easily, it just wasn’t a match for my waterproof mascara (which I learned throughout this testing process was incredibly hard to remove in general), so I gave it a four for makeup removal. I’ve been a fan of Coyuchi for years, so I was excited to try this washcloth. It has a very chic look to it, thanks to the subtle gray stripe detail at the bottom, which I’m a big fan of. It just looks good hanging up in your bathroom.