Invented by Laboratoire BIODERMA in 1991, micellar water has revolutionized make-up removal and daily skin hygiene.
Skin cleansing
What is micellar water and what are its benefits for your skin?
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Micellar water is a gentle skin cleanser with many benefits to all skin types. Invented by Laboratoire BIODERMA in 1991, learn what micellar water is and how does it benefit your skin when properly apply.
What is micellar water?
Micellar water is a French gentle facial cleanser that helps remove dirt, persistent makeup and excess sebum. Good for all skin types, it is a quick and convenient skincare product with multiple benefits.
Originating in France from Laboratoire BIODERMA, micellar water was invented in 1991. First used by Parisians instead of their region’s famously harsh water, micellar water has then been used for over a hundred years, worldwide
The name micellar water comes from micelles, which are tiny cleansing oil molecules suspended in soft water. These micelles soak up and trap dirt, oil and makeup very effectively. Made to attract both oil and water, micellar water is a waterless cleanser which helps to just wipe away all the impurities over the face
What are the benefits of micellar water?
Micellar water has many benefits to skin and can be conveniently used as a multi-purpose solution in your skincare routine.
As a gentle facial cleanser, micellar water is a good option to remove makeup and impurities without needing any harsh chemicals. The skin stays thoroughly hydrated and cleansed.
Micellar water helps your skin not to feel tight and dry after being cleansed. It prevents excess oil from being stripped from your skin. The naturally derived cleansing agents instantly trap and lift away dirt, impurities and excess sebum while leaving the skin smooth and refreshed.
For oily skin, micellar water is the most effective option at keeping the skin clean without over-drying it.
Micellar water is a waterless cleanser which means that no rising is required. It makes it a quick and convenient product to use every day.
Micellar water is very gentle and hydrating, it does not contain alcohol or harsh ingredients but only refreshingly simple purified water. It is the best to keep your skin balanced, hydrated and refreshed.
Micellar water is known to have been designed for every skin type from oily to sensitive ones. Even if you have rosacea or atopic dermatitis, micellar water is great as it is very gentle on the skin and does not strip away a lot of oil.
What are the ingredients of micellar water?
The ingredients of micellar water are simple and natural. They consist of purified water with micelles and gentle surfactants, the cleansing agents. Surfactants are equally made of an oil-friendly part and a water-friendly part allowing to catch the oil in the dirt on the surface of the skin and to bind it to micellar water.
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Micellar water: for who?
Learning what micellar water is , you will find that it is suitable for all skin types according to the variant of the product. Perfect for people on the go thanks to its quick action, it is also ideal for people looking for a gentle cleanser to use daily.
Micellar water is a good option for combination to oily skin. Indeed, by gently cleansing and not stripping the skin, it helps balance oil production and avoid breakouts.
BIODERMA Sébium H20 Micellar Water purifies, cleans and removes dirt, debris and makeup without drying out skin. It is the perfect daily care for combination to oily skin and skin prone to irregularities.
Micellar water is also suitable for normal to sensitive skin as it works without any harsh cleansers or alcohol.
BIODERMA Sensibio H20 Micellar Water effortlessly cleanses the skin while respecting its sensitivity. Made with excellent cleansing and makeup removing properties, this micellar water respects the skin’s balance and helps to prevent pollutants from penetrating the skin.
Micellar water is finally the perfect ally for dehydrated skin.
BIODERMA Hydrabio H20 Micellar Water gently cleanses the skin from impurities while instantly soothing it. It is the first and only cleansing, makeup removing and moisturizing micellar solution to use the exclusive Aquagenium® formula.
Micellar waters
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Sensibio H2O Micellar Water
All skin types
4 sizes | starting from
$5.99
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Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water
All skin types
4 sizes | starting from
$5.99
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Sébium H2O Micellar Water
Acne-prone skin
4 sizes | starting from
$5.99
What are the differences between micellar water and toner?
Micellar water vs toner how are they different?
Toner and micellar water are two skincare products with different goals and ingredients. Toner is more focused on skin hydration rather than skin cleanser. It does not contain micelles of soap but alpha or beta hydroxy acids for anti-aging and anti-acne purposes.
On the contrary, micellar water contains micelles of soap to deeply cleanse the skin.
It’s possible to combine both products in your skincare routine: first micellar water as a cleanser then toner as a moisturizer.
How to properly use your micellar water?
Depending on the use of your micellar water, there are different ways to properly incorporate it in your skincare routine.
To use micellar water in your skincare routine as a cleanser, apply it twice a day, in the morning and at night before going to bed.
To activate the micelles, soak a cotton pad with micellar water and gently sweep over your entire face. No rinsing or additional cleansing is needed.
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As a makeup remover, micellar water helps remove persistent makeup without having to rub and dry out the skin. Hold a saturated cotton pad over each eye for 3 seconds before gently sweeping it away. Repeat as necessary until you break down all makeup foundation.
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Double cleansing routine can be very effective to have a deeper clean and keep the face glowing. Micellar water is the first one used in double cleansing. Apply your micellar water then rinse and keep on with applying a water-based cleanser. Rinse again with lukewarm water and dry your wet face gently with a soft towel. Thanks to double cleansing, your face is perfectly clean and refreshed to breath and glow.
