Micellar water

Micellar water

When it comes to choosing the most suitable products for our facial routine, we often get confused about which product to choose and how it works. If we're looking for makeup removers or skin cleansers, we find gels, foams, oils, and other textures.

When we talk about facial cleansing , micellar water is increasingly talked about as a new product. But it's been on the market for many years and was originally intended for more sensitive skin.

What is micellar water?

Micellar water is a liquid solution with a water-like texture, containing active ingredients that help remove makeup and cleanse the skin. It's made from micelles , molecules capable of attracting dirt and sebum from the face, transporting it through water to eliminate it from the skin. Micelles act as an emulsifier, dissolving insoluble compounds. Therefore, micellar water helps cleanse , tone, and hydrate the skin.

In other words, we can affirm that micellar water serves as a unique cleansing product, not just a makeup remover. It's not necessary to use another lotion, milk, or toner.

How to use it correctly

Micellar water is used to remove makeup from the face, eyes, and lips , and doesn't require rinsing, as its formula cleanses and tones at the same time. Thanks to its high pulling power without the need to rub, it can be used on the eye area, and because it is highly attracted to oily residue, it can easily remove residue from the lips, an area that is difficult to remove with other cleansing products. Depending on the amount of residue to be removed, we should use it once or several times.

When we remove our makeup, we tend to wipe the cotton ball over our skin too vigorously, but because of how micelles work, it's only necessary to drag the cotton ball over our face. The micelles themselves are able to absorb excess dirt or makeup. It's important to apply the product generously so it can do its job properly. Micellar water is ideal for cleansing the skin before preparing it for makeup.

Most micellar waters are suitable for all skin types and are even designed for sensitive skin . We should choose the micellar water that best suits our skin type and contains the appropriate properties to achieve the desired results.

According to our skin type

Micellar waters are recommended for all skin types, but the product's effectiveness will be determined by its composition.

• For oily skin , we recommend using a foaming or gel cleanser for a deeper cleanse. At night, after using micellar water to remove makeup, we recommend using a gel cleanser to remove any small residue that the micellar water missed.
• For dry skin , we recommend using micellar water twice a night for deeper cleansing. In the morning, after cleansing, we can apply a serum or moisturizer to prevent skin dehydration.
• For sensitive skin , the use of micellar water is recommended, as it is the most suitable cleansing product for this type of skin.
• Micellar water is a good option for babies , as it helps to cleanse the skin very gently.

As we mentioned earlier, you should choose a product designed for your skin type and needs. It's advisable to do some product testing, as this will help you choose the product that best suits your skin type.

The best micellar waters

At Perfume's Club, you'll find the best micellar waters on the market. Among our top sellers is Bioderma's Sebium H2O Purifying Micellar Cleansing Solution for combination or oily skin.