CeraVe Micellar Cleansing Water with Niacinamide for All Skin Types
Works for
CleansingHexylene glycol, Poloxamer 184 + 5 moreCleanses gently
“Micellar Cleansing Water with Niacinamide for All Skin Types”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, cholesterol, disodium cocoamphodiacetate, hexylene glycol, poloxamer 184, sodium lauroyl lactylate, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Anti-blemishNiacinamide, PhytosphingosineWorks well
“It also uses niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3, to help cleanse and purify your complexion.”
This product can help reduce breakouts and clogged pores because it contains the following ingredient: niacinamide. This ingredient is used for treating acne and can have a noticeable effect.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
3 of 3 community members would buy it again.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4–6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinHexylene glycol~3.3–5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPoloxamer 184~2.4–3.7%
Disodium cocoamphodiacetate~2.2–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together and works as a cleansing agent
More about Disodium cocoamphodiacetateDisodium edta~0.5–1%
Niacinamide~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamidePolyaminopropyl biguanide~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. There seem to be an increasing number of cases of allergic reactions to it
More about Polyaminopropyl biguanideSodium lauroyl lactylate~1–1.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateBht~0.85–1.25%
Ceramide np~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npPhenoxyethanol~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCeramide ap~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apPhytosphingosine~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineCholesterol~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolXanthan gum~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumCarbomer~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Ceramide eop~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Hexylene glycol, Poloxamer 184, Disodium cocoamphodiacetate, Disodium edta, Niacinamide, Polyaminopropyl biguanide, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Bht, Ceramide np, Phenoxyethanol, Ceramide ap, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Xanthan gum, Carbomer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ceramide eop, Unknown
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| CeraVeMicellar Cleansing Water with Niacinamide for All Skin TypesYOUR PRODUCT | Face factsCeramide Blemish Foaming Cleanser | NaturiumNiacinamide Cleansing Gelée 3% | REVOLUTION SKINCAREPurifying Facial Gel Cleanser with Niacinamide | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 78% | 78% | 77% |
| Price | — | $7.50 | $17.88 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 13 | 4 of 13 | 4 of 13 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Sodium Hyaluronate | Peg-20 Stearate |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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