From blending foundation to perfecting the final details, applying makeup takes intention. But according to celebrity makeup artist Anthea Bueno, removing it should, too.

Good makeup always starts with good skin. And according to celebrity makeup artist Anthea Bueno, taking it off deserves just as much intention as putting it on. With layers upon layers of creams and powders, proper makeup removal is less about scrubbing everything away and more so letting the right formulas do the work.
Taking cues from K-Beauty’s meticulous approach to cleansing, Anthea recommends a thorough yet gentle makeup removal routine. Below, learn how to remove your makeup like a professional using POND’S K-Beauty Cleansers.

<h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Step 1: Dissolve Waterproof Makeup First</h3>
For Anthea, it’s important to start with the most stubborn formulas: waterproof mascara, eyeliner, and long-wearing lip products. Using POND’S Lip &amp; Eye Makeup Remover, the #1 Lip &amp; Eye Makeup Remover in Korea, saturate a cotton pad and gently press it over the eye for several seconds.

Its bi-phase formula also combines an equal oil and water essence ratio, allowing the oil component to dissolve stubborn, oil-based makeup in as easy as one swipe, while the water essence helps keep the cleansing experience light and gentle. Rather than immediately wiping, Anthea recommends giving the formula a moment to break down the product before gently swiping it away.

For mascara left between the lashes, Anthea recommends soaking a cotton bud with the POND’S makeup remover and carefully running it along the lashes and lash line. Repeat if necessary rather than tugging at the delicate eye area. The same technique applies to long-wearing lip products. Dissolve stubborn makeup first and never force it off. Once the eyes and lips are clean, move on to the rest of the face with gentle swipes using the POND’S makeup remover.
<h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Step 2: Melt Away the Rest</h3>
After removing 90% of your makeup with the POND’S makeup remover, it’s time to melt away the more stubborn makeup with POND’S Cleansing Oil. Apply the cleansing directly onto dry skin and massage gently in circular motions for about one minute to allow its oil-based formula to break down makeup, sunscreen, excess sebum, and impurities. Its gentle and hydrating formula leaves zero greasiness and residue, making it suitable even for oily skin.

For Anthea, it’s important to give the cleansing oil enough time to properly break down every layer of product. Pay extra attention to areas where product tends to accumulate, including the nose, hairline, and jawline. Then, add a small amount of water to emulsify the oil, continue massaging, and rinse thoroughly.

<h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">Step 3: Complete the Double Cleanse</h3>
For the last step, follow with POND’S Pore Tightening Knot Cleanser, a 2-in-1 cleanser and mask that helps lift sebum, blackheads, and whiteheads while leaving the skin feeling fresh rather than stripped.

Lather the product onto the hands and gently cleanse the entire face to remove any remaining makeup, oil, and daily buildup, then rinse thoroughly. After cleansing, check your towel or cotton pad for any remaining makeup transfer to tell if your skin needs another pass. What makes this cleanser stand out is its thoughtful formulation, which delivers a tightening effect to help refine the appearance of pores without leaving the skin feeling stripped and dry.

And with its 2-in-1 formula, the POND’S pore tightening knot cleanser can also be used as a face mask for a little extra care.
<h3 dir="ltr" style="text-align: center;">The Professional Approach? Don't Rush It</h3>
Cleansing is more than just the first step in a skincare routine. Throughout the day, makeup, sunscreen, excess oil, and other buildup can linger on the skin, contributing to clogged pores, uneven texture, and breakouts over time. And when you thoroughly cleanse away all this buildup, it will help keep your skin feeling fresh and clean, allowing a smoother, clearer canvas for the rest of your skincare routine to work and for your makeup to sit more seamlessly.
For Anthea Bueno, properly cleansed skin is the best canvas for makeup, which is why she believes in giving your makeup removal routine even more thought and care. Spend those extra seconds dissolving waterproof makeup, allow your cleansing oil a full minute to work, and always follow with a second cleanse to make sure your skin is thoroughly refreshed. The key is not aggressive scrubbing, but an effective yet gentle approach: dissolve, cleanse, and rinse. And with the thoughtfully formulated POND’S Advanced Cleansing Solutions, your skin will get the thorough yet gentle cleanse it needs, creating a fresh, well-prepped canvas for whatever comes next.
Give your skin the clean start it deserves with POND’S Advanced Cleaning Solutions.

How to Remove Your Makeup the Professional Way With POND’S, According to Anthea Bueno

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