From the Guidelines
To address water drainage issues after leaving makeup on overnight, I strongly recommend thoroughly cleansing your face with a gentle, nonsoap cleanser, as this can help improve skin hydration and skin barrier function, thereby reducing the risk of clogged pores and fluid accumulation 1. When it comes to water drainage after leaving makeup on overnight, it's essential to prioritize gentle skin care to minimize the risk of morbidity, mortality, and impact on quality of life.
- Key steps include:
- Using a gentle, nonsoap cleanser with a neutral or mildly acidic pH to clean the face, as recommended in the study published in Pediatrics 1
- Applying a bland emollient after cleansing to help improve skin hydration and reduce transepidermal water loss, as suggested by the study 1
- Avoiding harsh products that can strip the skin of its natural oils and cause irritation
- Staying hydrated and elevating the head while sleeping to reduce fluid retention
- It's also crucial to remove makeup before bed consistently to prevent clogged pores and lymphatic drainage pathways, which can lead to fluid accumulation, particularly around the eyes.
- Additionally, using a caffeine-containing eye cream can help constrict blood vessels and reduce fluid retention, but the primary focus should be on gentle skin care and makeup removal.
- The evidence from the study published in Pediatrics 1 supports the use of gentle, nonsoap cleansers and emollients to improve skin hydration and barrier function, making it the most relevant and high-quality study to guide our recommendation in this context.
From the Research
Water Drainage After Leaving Makeup On Overnight
- There are no research papers to assist in answering this question, as the provided studies focus on acne treatment and topical retinoids, rather than water drainage or the effects of leaving makeup on overnight 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
- The studies discuss the use of topical retinoids, such as tretinoin and adapalene, in the treatment of acne, as well as combination therapy with other agents like clindamycin and benzoyl peroxide 2, 3, 5.
- They also examine the safety and efficacy of these treatments, including potential side effects and interactions 4, 6.
- However, none of the studies address the specific topic of water drainage after leaving makeup on overnight, and therefore do not provide relevant information on this issue.