Micellar water is the one step solution for completely removing makeup with ease. It’s made up of a combination of purified water, glycerin, and mild surfactants which, according to cosmetic chemist Joseph Cincotta, “naturally group together to form microscopic spheres called micelles, which act like magnets for dirt and oil.”
With one swipe of a cotton round or cotton ball, micellar water is able to remove any stubborn makeup, sebum and remnants of the day, and is even so “light and gentle that there’s no need to rinse them off, which means that the moisturizing ingredients can stay behind to be absorbed.” And it can be used on all skin types – from dry to combination to acne prone.
If you haven’t yet tried this magic product then here’s the best of the best!
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1. Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Mattifying
Garnier’s SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water has received a 4.4 out of five star rating and is available at an extremely affordable price point. It gently cleanses the skin and removes makeup, while leaving your face more mattified. It also promises to purify pores, and effectively remove eye makeup.
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2. L’Oreal Micellar Water Complete Cleanser
This micellar water also boasts a 4.4 out of five star rating and promises to remove stubborn makeup like waterproof mascara with just one swipe. This product will leave your skin makeup and dirt free, while still leaving it “feeling hydrated and purified.”
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3. Simple Skincare Kind To Skin Micellar Cleansing Water
Simple’s Kind To Skin Micellar Cleansing Water is available at 6.7 ounces, and is their “most gentle cleanser to date.” It promises to instantly boost skin’s hydration by ninety percent, and contains no artificial perfumes or harsh ingredients that could irritate your skin. This micellar water is perfect for sensitive skin, it’s dermatologist tested, hypoallergenic and noncomedogenic.
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4. Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water
Bioderma’s Sensibio H2O Micellar Water has been a long time beauty favorite. It works to soothe irritated skin, cleanse and remove makeup and dirt, and leave your skin feeling “instantly refreshed.”
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5. Drunk Elephant E-Rase Milki Micellar Water
If you don’t mind splurging on your micellar water then Drunk Elephant’s E-Rase Milki Micellar Water is for you. It’s packed with ceramides which are great for the skin’s barrier, and still effectively lifts away makeup, dirt and oils. It also contains vitamin E, fatty acids, and non-fragrant plant oils like marula and sweet almond oil which are sure to do wonders for your skin.
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6. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Micellar Cleansing Water
La Roche-Posay’s micellar cleansing water is perfect for sensitive and oily skin. It’s dermatologist tested, paraben-free, non-comedogenic, and oil free which allows it to purify the skin without leaving behind any added residue or remnants. In a study conducted over four weeks, users raved that the product removed ninety-nine percent of “long-wear foundation.”