21 Amazing Makeup Remover Wipe Hacks

Fix Makeup Mistakes

Gently dab the wipe on mascara droplets, loose shadow, or eyeliner and voilà! It’s gone!

It's super annoying when you end up with deodorant on your shirt, but a wipe can help. Just gently rub the wipe on the stain until it disappears and you're good as new! 

Clean Makeup Brushes

Don’t have the time do deep clean your makeup brushes? Use a makeup remover wipe on them instead. As it whisks away the cosmetics, it’s killing any lurking bacteria, too. 

Remove Fresh Clothing Stains

If you happen to spill a little something on your blouse or get foundation on your collar, hold a wipe on the spot and let it soak the stain up. If there’s still something on your clothing, try blotting it from the other side of the fabric, and then gently wiping away the residue.

Shine Shoes 

If you have a pair of patent leather and vegan (non-leather) shoes that are looking a little lackluster, lightly swipe the wipe (go ahead say that phrase three times fast!) on your shoes until they are gleaming again.

Clean Your Computer Screen

A wipe or two is all you need! 

Clean Knick-Knacks 

Dusty, grimy vases, frames, and candle sticks will look new again in seconds once with a few wipes. It can even get into those annoying tiny crevices!

Clean Workout Equipment 

Use a wipe on sticky, sweaty equipment at the gyn before you hop on. 

Skip the Shower 

Speaking of the gym, if you don’t have time to hit the shower after your workout, use a facial wipe or two to clean yourself up.

Tame Frizz 

On hot days, use the wipe around your hairline to freshen up your look and smooth out flyaways. 

Clean Hands 

Facial wipes are formulated to be gentle on your skin, use them to clean your hands instead of a harsh alcohol-based hand sanitizer. 

Calm Hot Flashes 

If it's hot and sticky out, or if you’re dealing with hot flashes, a cold wipe will be your best friend. Toss the wipes in the fridge for about 20 minutes to chill them. When you’re feeling sticky or uncomfortable, apply the cool wipe to the back of your neck and wrists.  

Clean Your Phone

A wipe can remove grime, makeup, and germs from your phone’s screen.

Fix Tanner Mistakes 

If you use a fake tanner, a makeup remover wipe can quickly fix a tanning mistake. Go over the problem area immediately with the wipe and it will pick up excess product.

Freshen Up 

On your way to a job interview or any type of meeting and suddenly not feeling fresh? Use the wipe to quickly freshen up. 

Dust Furniture 

Use a wipe to quickly pick up dust around the house. 

A Quick Bathroom Clean

If you have guests coming over and your bathroom counter is getting a tad grimy, but you don't have time to do a thorough clean, use a makeup remover wipe. 

Clean Your Yoga Mat

For yoga mats, you might want to use a remover wipe made with witch hazel like Dickinson's Refreshingly Clean Cleansing Cloths ($6.49, Amazon), or one that has an uplifting scent like eucalyptus.

Tame Unruly Eyebrows

Smooth a wipe over your brows, then use your finger to set them, before using an eyebrow pencil or brush.

Soothe Bug Bites 

Bug bites will be less itchy if you gently wipe a witch hazel-based makeup remover wipe over them. Witch hazel is a mild anti-inflammatory (reduces swelling) and contains tannins which will reduce irritation and can gently speed up the healing process.

De-puff Eyes 

Witch hazel-based makeup remover wipes can also gently reduce puffy eyes. Lie down and place a wipe over your eyes for at least 60 seconds.