Garnier Micellar Water Oil Infused Facial Cleanser
Works for
CleansingIsohexadecane, Decyl glucoside + 1 moreCleanses gently
“Micellar Water Oil Infused Facial Cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, hexylene glycol, isohexadecane) 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.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 strong irritants: Benzyl salicylate, Geraniol + 3 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Cyclopentasiloxane~6.7–10%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps improve the product texture and spreadability. Can absorb oil creating a short-term mattifying effect on the skin
More about CyclopentasiloxaneIsohexadecane~3.6–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneArgania spinosa kernel oil~2.8–4.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An emollient that helps soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some weak anti-oxidant properties
More about Argania spinosa kernel oilBenzyl alcohol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholBenzyl salicylate~1.6–2.4%
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane~1.9–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Avobenzone. An organic, or so-called "chemical" UV filter. Protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Needs to be combined with other filters in a formulation to be stable.
More about Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethaneCi 60725~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Decyl glucoside~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideDipotassium phosphate~0.6–1.4%
Disodium edta~0.5–1%
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate~0.55–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
Octinoxate. When used in higher concentrations, works as a sunscreen protecting the skin from UVB rays. When used in lower concentration, helps to preserve the product formulation. Is shown to be harmful to coral reefs - consider avoiding bathing in coral reef areas when wearing a product with this ingredient. It can be irritating
More about Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamateEthylhexyl salicylate~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Octisalate. A UV filter. It offers some protection against the sun rays that cause sunburn (UVB), but does not protect against the most aging sun rays (UVA). It loses its effectiveness quickly when exposed to sunlight. It is an organic, or so called "chemical" sunscreen
More about Ethylhexyl salicylateGeraniol~0.2–0.7%
Haematococcus pluvialis extract~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Green algae extract that might contain antioxidant astaxanthin
More about Haematococcus pluvialis extractHexylene glycol~0.15–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolLimonene~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.1–0.35%
Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to increase stability of product formulations
More about Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamatePolyaminopropyl biguanide~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. There seem to be an increasing number of cases of allergic reactions to it
More about Polyaminopropyl biguanidePotassium phosphate~0.05–0.25%
Sodium chloride~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideParfum~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumIngredient list view
Water, Cyclopentasiloxane, Isohexadecane, Argania spinosa kernel oil, Benzyl alcohol, Benzyl salicylate, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ci 60725, Decyl glucoside, Dipotassium phosphate, Disodium edta, Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Geraniol, Haematococcus pluvialis extract, Hexylene glycol, Limonene, Linalool, Pentaerythrityl tetra-di-t-butyl hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Polyaminopropyl biguanide, Potassium phosphate, Sodium chloride, Parfum
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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.
| GarnierMicellar Water Oil Infused Facial CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | BIOTHERMBiocils Eye Make-up Remover Express | mirenessePurify Dual Comfort Eye and Lip Makeup Remover | Bobbi BrownInstant Long-Wear Makeup Remover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 39% | 39% | 39% |
| Price | — | $19.91 | $7.11 | $24.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 4 of 8 | 3 of 8 | 3 of 8 |
| Key difference | — | — | Cyclomethicone | Dimethicone |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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