{"id":27145,"date":"2026-08-04T10:00:23","date_gmt":"2026-08-04T05:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=27145"},"modified":"2026-08-04T10:00:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T05:00:23","slug":"how-to-remove-waterproof-mascara-without-wrecking-your-lashes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usnews-14267fa.ingress-comporellon.ewp.live\/?p=27145","title":{"rendered":"How to Remove Waterproof Mascara Without Wrecking Your Lashes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><script>\r\n  atOptions = {\r\n    'key' : '644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6',\r\n    'format' : 'iframe',\r\n    'height' : 90,\r\n    'width' : 728,\r\n    'params' : {}\r\n  };\r\n<\/script>\r\n<script src=\"https:\/\/www.highperformanceformat.com\/644b717812d811d6a1c1fc5b6ccd6fa6\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<p>Congratulations! It\u2019s the end of the night, and your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/story\/simple-eye-makeup-ideas\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\">eye makeup<\/a> has survived fully intact. But now an even bigger challenge: How to remove waterproof mascara without losing any eyelashes in the process?<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/gallery\/best-waterproof-mascaras\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\">Waterproof mascara<\/a> is designed to last the night and then some. Most formulas offer the same benefits as the very <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/gallery\/best-mascaras\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\">best mascaras<\/a>\u2014increasing volume and density, lengthening and separating lashes, etc.\u2014and deliver results just as effectively. It can also withstand the elements of whatever you throw at it, be it a pool day, 90-degree weather, a sweaty workout, or a really good cry session.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWaterproof mascara is designed to resist water, sweat, and tears, so trying to remove it with force is one of the biggest mistakes people make,\u201d says <a data-offer-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/danutamieloch\/?hl=en\" class=\"external-link text link\" data-event-click=\"{&quot;element&quot;:&quot;ExternalLink&quot;,&quot;outgoingURL&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/danutamieloch\/?hl=en&quot;}\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/danutamieloch\/?hl=en\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Danuta Mieloch<\/a>, a master esthetician and the founder of <a data-offer-url=\"https:\/\/rescuespa.com\/\" class=\"external-link text link\" data-event-click=\"{&quot;element&quot;:&quot;ExternalLink&quot;,&quot;outgoingURL&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/cna.st\/affiliate-link\/2uABbRt8VjLG9SzaHHpB5ebmm8jMpvDgCJPt2vXHe4p7ByCpiqg7HNyx6CWd4X86it4rUyBJzLDsfNS5QpYbM8avfg9LDUQAsPoZktz4kAMgsfWL5uyrxsV8Kmk5KwXGJG8iiRBxCCXiBBCq5yZtTjVX5gkvC89zJVQi1nFSfFEu78u5H2cDDuQsHF5qbZvyxEamNkYZRRagcQx56vVkUGet4rPNtL6uacJkTxBy48drv2vpQbihYijcm69wazdjk1DziENijpWD9PiD3PB2VQMpkpVZXSv6nqzZjko6giRQ1P9z3dJBDBJqvighCjhc&quot;}\" href=\"https:\/\/cna.st\/affiliate-link\/2uABbRt8VjLG9SzaHHpB5ebmm8jMpvDgCJPt2vXHe4p7ByCpiqg7HNyx6CWd4X86it4rUyBJzLDsfNS5QpYbM8avfg9LDUQAsPoZktz4kAMgsfWL5uyrxsV8Kmk5KwXGJG8iiRBxCCXiBBCq5yZtTjVX5gkvC89zJVQi1nFSfFEu78u5H2cDDuQsHF5qbZvyxEamNkYZRRagcQx56vVkUGet4rPNtL6uacJkTxBy48drv2vpQbihYijcm69wazdjk1DziENijpWD9PiD3PB2VQMpkpVZXSv6nqzZjko6giRQ1P9z3dJBDBJqvighCjhc\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">Rescue Spa<\/a> in NYC and Philadelpha and online skin care retailer <a data-offer-url=\"https:\/\/danucera.com\/\" class=\"external-link text link\" data-event-click=\"{&quot;element&quot;:&quot;ExternalLink&quot;,&quot;outgoingURL&quot;:&quot;https:\/\/cna.st\/affiliate-link\/RxYrVJ2FDJxYNJ863uNmZ5hxK4hyAnvHcCysjVAD2KNnz97jZKq6XMc8yXin6jXpNQWj9VhBYHaHCHnptxbPVwtn9HqnzLRfMh6q5xAMUaAkmByXfWTZ2qu1GDiGzi4okgW6qiMqHGS4bvaHNYtjkAwFaxEcnpL1MnTb8qsfCLzSeQxTTBbLencwzEy8qLBgixxdfd9fjGPHf9T1ya2MrnDYRTSwpSpjNjjnknGYWSSoCkLKa2ECkhNXzZuqhtuoKj7wJtdU14SQbtJuv6seQmU3sA1FQfUhiWcSjEp1e81wfH33yW2c1B5w6vFeYS&quot;}\" href=\"https:\/\/cna.st\/affiliate-link\/RxYrVJ2FDJxYNJ863uNmZ5hxK4hyAnvHcCysjVAD2KNnz97jZKq6XMc8yXin6jXpNQWj9VhBYHaHCHnptxbPVwtn9HqnzLRfMh6q5xAMUaAkmByXfWTZ2qu1GDiGzi4okgW6qiMqHGS4bvaHNYtjkAwFaxEcnpL1MnTb8qsfCLzSeQxTTBbLencwzEy8qLBgixxdfd9fjGPHf9T1ya2MrnDYRTSwpSpjNjjnknGYWSSoCkLKa2ECkhNXzZuqhtuoKj7wJtdU14SQbtJuv6seQmU3sA1FQfUhiWcSjEp1e81wfH33yW2c1B5w6vFeYS\" rel=\"sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">Danucera<\/a>. \u201cThe eye area has some of the thinnest, most delicate skin on the face, and excessive rubbing can contribute to irritation, premature fine lines, and even lash breakage over time.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Want to know how to remove waterproof mascara without damaging your lashes? Keep scrolling for Mieloch\u2019s advice.<\/p>\n<h2>What is waterproof mascara?<\/h2>\n<p>The key to most waterproof formulas is the waxes or silicones, which protect the pigment from water and prevents the mascara from breaking down. Another important component of longwear makeup is oil-based ingredients, since these provide a water-resistant shield.<\/p>\n<p><a data-testid=\"contentPromoEmbedWrapper\" href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/gallery\/best-waterproof-mascaras\" class=\"BaseLink-haTOKm ContentPromoEmbedWrapper-ccqhnd hjhkGa hrnHLB\"><span class=\"SpanWrapper-kFnjvc eKnjjD responsive-asset ContentPromoEmbedResponsiveAsset-hVtliy ktMVXN\"><picture class=\"ResponsiveImagePicture-jKunQM gjCCFj ContentPromoEmbedResponsiveAsset-hVtliy ktMVXN responsive-image\"><source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/9:16\/w_120,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 120w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/9:16\/w_240,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 240w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/9:16\/w_320,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 320w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/9:16\/w_640,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 640w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/9:16\/w_768,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/9:16\/w_960,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 960w\" sizes=\"100vw\"\/><source media=\"(min-width: 768px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_120,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 120w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_240,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 240w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_320,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 320w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_640,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 640w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_768,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_960,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 960w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_1280,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_1600,c_limit\/8-11%20waterproof%20mascara.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"100vw\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Best Waterproof Mascaras, According to Glamour Editors\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"ResponsiveImageContainer-dkeESL cQPiWi responsive-image__image\" src=\"https:\/\/media.glamour.com\/photos\/62f5667dbd70ae23485d0863\/16:9\/w_1600%2Cc_limit\/8-11%2520waterproof%2520mascara.jpg\"\/><\/picture><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"ContentPromoEmbedTextContainerWrapper-dSeCgv hCFUEb content-promo-embed__text-container grid grid-margins\">\n<div class=\"ContentPromoEmbedTextWrapper-iMPQqQ jAVUzW\">\n<div data-testid=\"ClampWrapper\" class=\"ClampWrapper-btTyRn cozLMO clamp\">\n<div class=\"ClampContent-gsyjBh fNSbDY\">\n<p>The 14 Best Waterproof Mascaras, According to <em>Glamour<\/em> Editors<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"BylineWrapper-ikmJep sdctd byline bylines__byline theme-inverted\" data-testid=\"BylineWrapper\"><span class=\"BylineNamesWrapper-dbXjdp jDeuVk\"><span data-testid=\"BylineName\" class=\"BylineName-cMqVZp brTjcd byline__name byline\"><span class=\"BaseText-fEwdHD BylinePreamble-iiycmS hmZA-DY eTCyyK byline__preamble\">By <\/span>Erin Parker<\/span> and <span data-testid=\"BylineName\" class=\"BylineName-cMqVZp brTjcd byline__name byline\">Danielle Sinay<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/a><\/p>\n<p>However, these sweat-proof, smudge-proof ingredients also mean that removing waterproof mascara requires extra care. It\u2019s worth the effort, though. \u201cRemoving every trace of mascara not only protects the delicate eye area but also creates a healthier environment for your lashes and skin to regenerate overnight,\u201d Mieloch says.<\/p>\n<h2>How to remove waterproof mascara<\/h2>\n<p>With those long-lasting results comes a different removal process. If you have never used a waterproof formula before, you might be accustomed to just washing off your mascara with cleanser and water. This won\u2019t cut it for a waterproof formula, which typically calls for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/gallery\/best-makeup-remover\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\">makeup remover<\/a> and the use of a cotton pad. You can also opt for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/story\/clean-skin-club-towels-review-you-need-this\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\">makeup wipes<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/gallery\/reusable-makeup-remover-pads\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\">reusable makeup wipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Mieloch recommends using a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/story\/double-cleansing-products\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\">proper double-cleansing ritual<\/a> to dissolve the makeup for the most effective results. \u201cMy advice is to let the cleanser do the work,\u201d she says. \u201cSaturate a cotton pad or your fingertips with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.glamour.com\/gallery\/best-cleansing-oil\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\">oil-based cleanser<\/a>, gently press it onto the lashes for 20 to 30 seconds, and allow it to dissolve the mascara before softly sweeping it away. Patience is far more effective than friction.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><script async=\"async\" data-cfasync=\"false\" src=\"https:\/\/pl30214220.effectivecpmnetwork.com\/9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\r\n<div id=\"container-9ab3d4df8a7e1a6171e16ddbf732cc19\"><\/div>\r\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Congratulations! It\u2019s the end of the night, and your eye makeup has survived fully intact. But now an even bigger challenge: How to remove waterproof mascara without losing any eyelashes in the process? Waterproof mascara is designed to last the night and then some. 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