Makeup on Cotton

How to Remove Makeup from Pillowcases

Foundation and mascara are oil-based. Treat them like grease.

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Required Supplies

  • Common Household Items

The Logic Verdict

Shaving Cream. Believe it or not, it works on foundation.

The Science

Makeup is pigment suspended in oil/wax.

Step-by-Step Removal

  1. Apply: Squirt foam shaving cream onto the stain.
  2. Rub: Work it in with your fingers.
  3. Rinse: Rinse with warm water.
  4. Alternative: Dish soap also works well for oily foundations.

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