For the last few years, micellar water has been the leader in the make-up remover market. It was invented in France, and originally the tool was intended to care for sensitive, allergy-prone skin, for the delicate skin of infants. Using the “micellar” it is easy to cleanse the face of cosmetics and other impurities, it does not need to be washed off, it tones and does not dry the skin of the face.
What is micellar water?
A mild product that does not violate the hydrolipidic balance of the skin, does not dry and does not damage it, does not irritate the mucous membranes of the eyes, and does not cause allergies. The skin is cleansed and toned, depending on the components in the composition, it is moisturized and nourished.
Micellar water contains special microparticles - micelles, they are able to bind the smallest particles of fat, reduce the harmful effects of certain chemical compounds and components, skin cleansers.
The “Mitselyarka” in its classical form has no smell or taste. But many manufacturers add plant extracts, oils that soften the skin or mineral components, such as zinc, which dries oily skin, to the micellar water.
The product does not contain perfumes, alcohol, soap, silicones and parabens.
Micellar water can be:
- clean, odorless, colorless, non-foaming;
- with mineral or plant components;
- foaming.
How to choose a cleanser?
As a rule, micellar water is suitable for cleansing any type of skin, especially for dry or prone to irritation. For problematic skin, such water can be the first stage of cleansing and after its application it will be necessary to wash. For combination and oily skin, it is better to choose a product with minerals that will reduce inflammation, for dry skin - with oils. Pure micellar water without any plant or mineral components is suitable for girls prone to allergies and skin irritations.
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage of the product is its careful attitude to the skin and effective cleansing. It tones, eliminates excess sebum and cosmetics, suitable for eye makeup.
For daily use, micellar water is an excellent solution. You can not do without it in travel or in the summer heat.
After cleansing the face with such water, there is no unpleasant sensation of oiliness, as after ordinary milk for removing makeup. With its help, it is easy to correct make-up flaws, for example, a failed arrow or lipstick spreading over the contour.
The ease of use and the gentle attitude of the product to the skin makes it more and more popular.
But in a barrel of honey there is also a fly in the ointment: you should not expect from it a deep cleansing. Not all “micellar” copes with waterproof cosmetics. Owners of oily skin should wash themselves with foam or gel after cleansing with such water.
Application Secrets
It would seem that it might be easier to use micellar water to remove makeup. But this simple process also has its subtleties.
Beauticians recommend applying a small amount of the product on a cotton pad and wipe the face with light movements. Use a new disc every time until you achieve complete cleansing.
When removing makeup from the eyes, you need to apply a cotton pad moistened in the product for a few seconds and hold it, and then remove makeup with gentle movements.
The main advantage of the “micellar” is that after its use you do not need to wash your face with cosmetics.
But as the Niveya specialist Sven Fei advises, after cleansing your face, micellar water should be washed with ordinary water or wiped your face with a cotton pad moistened with it. This is due to the fact that micelles bind microparticles of sebum and cosmetics, which then need to be removed from the face. If you neglect this advice, then incomplete cleansing of the skin will lead to the appearance of comedones or acne.
A face cream must be applied to cleansed skin.
Micellar water for makeup, more precisely preparing the skin for it, is not quite suitable before applying tonal products, it is better to use tonics or wash with foam or gel for washing.
Popular brands
Next, the most popular brands of micellar water for makeup removal will be considered, and reviews about them will be given.
Bioderma Sensibio H2 is the leader among pharmacy products, L'Oréal, Nivea in the mass market, Chistaya Liniya among the cheap, La Roche Pose in the luxury segment "(La Roche-Posay Physiological).
"Bioderma" - cleansing and care
Bioderma micellar water is ideal for dry, sensitive and normal skin. Her formula gently cleanses and cares. It does not cause irritation and dryness of the skin, has a neutral smell and is not felt at all on the face. Available in bottles of three volumes - 100, 250, 500 mm. It is economical to use, since it takes quite a bit to remove makeup.
The composition of the micellar water "Bioderma" does not include parabens, alkaline compounds, alcohol.
The tool is great for eye makeup, does not cause tingling or other discomfort. According to customer reviews, “Bioderma” perfectly removes waterproof makeup, copes with matte, persistent lipsticks, while carefully taking care of the skin.
Girls say that even if you do not wash yourself after applying Bioderma, the skin remains healthy, without inflammation.
Bioderma justifies its low price (about 1000 rubles) with an excellent cleansing effect, skin care and economy.
La Roche-Posay - Flawless Cleansing
The manufacturer promises that micellar water will not only cleanse the skin, but also restore protective functions. After using the product, the skin absorbs cosmetics better.
La Roche-Posay cleanser is suitable for sensitive and dry skin, does not cause dryness or tightness, leaves you feeling like the skin is breathing, suitable for removing makeup from the eyes.
The composition does not contain oils, alcohols, soaps, parabens, the basis is thermal water from sources in France.
Reviews of this micellar water are positive, it effectively and quickly removes even persistent makeup, does not tighten the skin, does not cause allergies.
Girls talk about the economical use of funds, quickly and well cleansed skin.
The cost of this makeup remover is about 2000 rubles.
Cleanser Loreal - the leader of the mass market
This micellar water is specially formulated for sensitive skin. Its composition has passed dermatological and ophthalmic control.
The product removes makeup well without causing discomfort on the skin, suitable for removing makeup from the eyes.
Most reviews are positive, girls confirm the good cleansing qualities of the product and its hypoallergenicity.
Some customers talk about gently tingling with eye make-up remover. Not all girls noticed the caring properties of the product.
The cost of the product is about 350 rubles.
"Nivea" 3 in 1 - cleansing water with oils
Another leader in the middle price category is Nivea and micellar water with 3 in 1 oils. The composition of the product includes: grape seed oil, panthenol, which nourish and soothe the skin.
The product from Nivea copes well with everyday makeup and gently cleanses the skin.
Most reviews of this micellar water are positive. Buyers talk about pleasant sensations on the skin, the absence of irritation and inflammation after applying the product. But Nivea cannot cope with persistent make-up. In some girls, the cleansing water caused slight unpleasant sensations during makeup removal of the eyelids.
The price of Nivea 3 in 1 is about 250 rubles.
Clean Line - a budget solution
Chistaya Liniya micellar water is a make-up remover of Russian production.
She gently removes makeup without causing irritation or causing inflammation. Removing makeup from the eyes may cause slight tingling.
The girls say that with the daily make-up, the Clean Line product copes well, but persistent difficulties arise.
The main advantage of this tool is its low price - about 150 rubles.
Micellar water is perfect for daily cleansing of the skin, it will help out on trips. Many women gave her preference, choosing a makeup remover.