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Even those of us who have practiced applying eyeliner for hours aren’t immune to unwanted smudges.

Place some water or a dab of makeup remover on your swab before gently tapping off the mistakes.

Smudged eye makeup

But cotton swabs aren’t just useful for cleaning up eyeliner smudges.

Perhaps you aren’t trying to get rid of your eyeliner smudge.

Apply your eyeliner like usual and use a cotton swab to delicately smudge the liner, according toMasterClass.

Woman using cotton swab

According toYahoo, these cotton swabs have makeup remover within them, adding extra convenience to your skincare routine.

Due to their size, each swab is precise enough to remove liner or mascara.

And TSA-approved, the Tip Off cotton swabs are a great option for those traveling by air.

removing makeup with cotton swab

Another great option for environmentally-minded makeup lovers is theLastSwab Beauty Reusable Cotton Swab.

This sustainable option is an alternative to the classic, one-time-use cotton swab.

Placed in a plant-based case, even storage has the environment in mind.

To clean, use soap and water after each use.