Dressing Table: The best make-up removers

De-maq Expert Absolute Eye and Lip Make-up Remover

This classic formula is tough enough to remove even the most stubborn of waterproof mascara, but is soft on the eyes, leaving skin feeling refreshed.

£5.99, L'Oréal, available nationwide

No 7 Cleanse & Care Eye Make-Up Remover

This double-action remover cleanses and conditions in one sweep, which makes taking off your eye make-up easy and effortless.

£7, Boots, 0845 0708090

Instant Pur Eye Make-up Remover

Like all YSL products, this product smells divine, looks good on your bathroom shelf, and makes taking off your make-up a bit of a treat.

£18, YSL, 020-7318 1358

Rinse-Off Eye Make-up Solvent

As with all Clinique products, this clear liquid is fragrance-free and hypo-allergenic – particularly good for those with sensitive skin.

£14, Clinique, available nationwide, or via clinique.co.uk

Extra Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover

Nivea's popular eye make-up tonic is enriched with ProVitamin B5 formula, which provides instant hydration for the eye area without that oily sensation.

£4.95, Nivea Visage, available nationwide

Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover Lotion

Clarins' superb remover helps condition and strengthen lashes as well as effectively wiping away eye make-up.

£15, Clarins, available nationwide