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by Suzana Rose
Nov 5, 2019
I’ll admit that I prefer removing my makeup with natural cleansing oils and micellar waters, which work very well for my sensitive skin. Butwe all have those nights when all we have the energy and time for is to wipe everything off, throw the hair into a scrunchie and hop into bed. And, of course, many people swear by makeup wipes as a daily routine.
Either way, here are the 8 best cruelty-free makeup wipes on the market that really do the trick. As always, keep in mind that all brands are cruelty-free, but companies which are owned by parent companies who aren’t cruelty-free will be marked with an asterisk.
Cruelty-Free Makeup Wipes
1. Tarte Fresh Eyes ($12)*
These wipes from Tarte are infused with their signature maracuja oil, which is said to give a boost of added hydration. Many people swear by these for gently removing waterproof eye makeup.
2. Josie Maran Bear Naked Wipes ($12)
Josie Maran's fragrance-free wipes are formulated with aloe vera, chamomile, cucumber and vitamin E, making them ideal for soothing sensitive skin around the eyes while removing makeup. As an added bonus, a portion of every package of Bear Naked Wipes sold goes toward the Natural Resources Defense Council's Polar Bear SOS initiative!
3. KORRES Pomegranate Cleansing & Make-Up Removing Wipes for Oily and Combination Skin ($15)
As the name would suggest, these oil-free wipes from KORRES are a great option for oily and combination skin! They are infused with pomegranate extract, which helps to tone and cleanse the skin while removing makeup.
4. Pacifica Purify Coconut Water Cleansing Wipes ($6)
Pacifica's wipes are infused with coconut water, aloe vera and papaya to help soothe and remove toxins from the skin. They are formulated with natural ingredients and best of all, the package has a resealable clip closure that helps to keep them from drying out.
5. Yes To Coconuts Cleansing Wipes ($5.99)
The Yes to Coconuts wipes are designed to hydrate and soothe dry skin. You will definitely love these if you like the smell of coconuts! Like the Pacifica wipes, these also come with a handy resealable clip closure.
6. Japoneque On-The-Go Pro Performance Wipes ($5)
These wipes are individually wrapped, perfect for stashing in your makeup bag or purse "on-the-go"! People also love these for freshening up after a workout.
7. e.l.f. Makeup Remover Cleansing Cloths ($3)
e.l.f.'s wipes are incredibly affordable and yet still effective. One of their key ingredients is aloe vera which adds hydration and moisture. This pack also comes with the resealable clip closure.
8. Shea Moisture African Black Soap Clarifying Cleansing Facial Wipes ($6.59)
The African Black Soap wipes from Shea Moisture are specifically formulated with tea tree and calendula, making these a good option for acne-prone skin. Many people have said these are the only makeup wipes they've found that don't break them out!
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If you've enjoyed this post, read our other cruelty-free guides to find the best beauty products for you:
- Best Cruelty-Free Foundation
- Best Cruelty-Free Mascaras
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Sheryl Coffey says:
Feb 19, 2021 at 5:45 pm
THANK YOU for being a leader in making cruelty free products of all kinds. I use your website all of the time and appreciate your research. Keep up the amazing work!
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Suzana Rose says:
Feb 23, 2021 at 3:50 pm
Hi Sheryl, thank you so much!!
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Victoria says:
May 08, 2019 at 3:03 am
Thank you for this list, wipes aren’t very ethical but I need some for a hospital stay
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Dee says:
Dec 12, 2018 at 12:38 pm
Is there any info on the Smartly products recently introduced at Target stores?
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Lori Kurtz-Larkin says:
Oct 24, 2018 at 3:22 pm
wipes for the most part aren’t biodegradable so it’s great they are made cruelty-free but if you use them you are adding to the mega amounts of trash we humans create…..
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Suzanne Ellis says:
Feb 11, 2018 at 9:46 am
I don’t use wipes to remove makeup, can you recommend anything in a bottle to remove it?
And a mascara for sensitive eyes, I wear contacts. Thank youReply
Helen C says:
May 20, 2017 at 9:56 am
Such a handy resource, thanks for sharing! I swear by the Pacifica wipes, the coconut variety smell so good and they never break me out my sensitive skin. I really want to get into trying the YesTo brand and the wipes seem like a fab first product to start with. 🙂 xx
Helen | Helen’s Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Blog
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Aly Laughlin says:
May 20, 2017 at 8:13 pm
Awesome, thanks so much! I think you will like the Yes To Coconut Wipes if you like the Pacifica Coconut ones! 🙂
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Melodie says:
May 11, 2017 at 3:19 am
Thanks!! I was definitely going to try the Pacifica ones but based on a few bad reviews, i had doubts about the Yes To ones, i’m gonna give them a try now! Thanks lovey! :*
Melodie
http://www.happymelodie.comReply
Suzi Scheler says:
May 12, 2017 at 10:17 am
Thanks Melodie! Make sure to get the specific coconut ones from Yes To if you wanna try them. 🙂
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