We like to think of waterproof makeup and all its resilient glory as a necessary evil in our lives. Why is it evil, you ask? Have you ever tried taking off waterproof mascara or long-lasting lipstick? It seems no matter how many times we scrub our faces, remnants seem to stick around. Come on, you know you've woken up with a faded pink or red mouth and those dark, black raccoon rings around your eyes. We don't know about you, but we've had enough of this ongoing battle with waterproof makeup, so we compiled the solutions that will help you take it all off ... the first time!

Containing ultra-gentle ingredients, this cleanser is specially designed for your peepers. Its cooling agents and antioxidants help effectively remove eye makeup without irritating the eye area.

If you're all about lining that waterline, you probably know all about the stubbornness of waterproof eyeliner. Give those eyes a thorough, no-fuss cleansing with this gentle, camomile-infused makeup remover!

Long-lasting lipstick is great, but it can definitely wear out its welcome, especially when you're trying to take it off before you hit the hay! Give that bright lipstick the heave-ho at the end of your day with a cleansing milk. Just soak a cotton ball or pad and gently wipe off your lip color. Make sure you get the outside of the lips to make sure the entire mouth area is free and clear of lip product!

We love an eye shadow that can withstand the rain, but how the heck do you remove it? Since waterproof formulas are indeed waterproof, it's best to stick with oil or cream-based solutions to remove them, which is why this gentle solution is so stellar for your shadow!

This killer makeup remover literally melts away any and all waterproof makeup in no time. So, while covering up those blemishes is super important, letting your skin breathe (sans leftover concealer residue) is pretty huge, too!

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