How To Create Your Own DIY Reusable Makeup Wipe
If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably gone through countless disposable makeup wipes every day, right? Not only are they expensive but also wasteful for our environment.
My eco-warrior spirit urged me to find a solution. And guess what? I’ve got the ultimate solution for you: DIY reusable makeup wipes!
With just a few simple steps, you can create your own DIY reusable makeup wipes that will not only save you money but also help the planet.
Why Switch To DIY Reusable Makeup Wipes?
First up, why should we switch to reusable makeup wipes at all? Exfoliating and conditioning advantages aside, these are a few reasons why.
- Environmentally Friendly: Craft reusable makeup wipes to cause less strain on our beautiful Mother Earth. The less rubbish we toss, the better
- Cost-Effective: Guess what? They’re a total bargain! You create them once, clean, and reuse them, unlike disposable ones you buy recurrently!
- Skin-Friendly: Lovingly handcrafted wipes can be customized to suit your tender skin type. Thus you can protect your skin from harsh and harmful chemicals.
The DIY Guide to Make Your Own Reusable Makeup Wipe
Moving on to the ‘doing’ part – here’s a step-by-step tutorial to make your own makeup wipes right at home. Believe me when I say this, it’s simple and super fun too!
What you’ll need:
- cotton fabric,
- sewing machine or needle, thread,
- soap, and water.
Step by step:
Step 1: Cut your fabric
Begin by cutting your fabric into squares of your desired size. I like to make mine around 3×3 inches – perfectly snug to swab around!
Step 2: Secure and Sew
Next, place two squares on top of each other, their ‘right’ sides facing inwards. Sew around the edges, leaving a little gap to turn the squares ‘right’ side out.
Step 3: Flip and Fix
Turn your fabric square out through the gap. Iron flat and sew around the edges again to close the gap and strengthen the pad.
VOILA! You’ve successfully created your first reusable makeup wipe!
How To Maintain Your DIY Reusable Makeup Wipes
OMG! It’s cleanup time!
You’ve used your wipes! Nice! But how do you get the makeup off them?
Pshh… Nothing to worry! Here’s what to do!
Rinse Immediately
After using, rinse off the makeup immediately to prevent stains on your newly handcrafted wipe.
Wash Regularly
Use a little gentle soap and water to hand wash your wipes. A quick spin in the washing machine works in a pinch too! Remember to air-dry them.
Store and Reuse
Once dry, store your wipes in an airtight container for future use. And now you can put these babies back in action!
Final Thoughts
Creating DIY reusable makeup wipes is not only a fun project but also an eco-friendly and cost-effective choice. Plus, they’re customizable to fit your skin needs.
Oh, and don’t forget to share your experiences, thoughts, or any other eco-friendly beauty solutions you may have, in the comment section below.
