Garnier Micellar Waterproof Makeup Remover Wipes
Works for
CleansingIsohexadecane, Hexylene glycol + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Micellar Waterproof Makeup Remover Wipes”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (hexylene glycol, isohexadecane, lauryl glucoside, sorbitan laurate) 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.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: Iodopropynyl butylcarbamateMedium risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Isohexadecane~7.6–11.3%
- 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 IsohexadecaneDicaprylyl ether~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherHexylene glycol~2.2–3.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~2–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerAminomethyl propanol~1.6–2.4%
Citric acid~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidGlycerin~1.1–1.7%
- 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 GlycerinIodopropynyl butylcarbamate~0.01–0.02%
Lauryl glucoside~0.55–1.3%
Phenoxyethanol~0.35–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPolyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.35–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearatePropylene glycol~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolSorbitan laurate~0.1–0.5%
Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps stabilize the product formulation
More about Tetrasodium glutamate diacetateTocopherol~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolTocopheryl acetate~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A more stable but less bio-available form of vitamin E compared to Tocopherol. Might help moisturize and protect the skin from free radicals, but mostly used in low concentrations to stabilize other ingredients.
More about Tocopheryl acetateIngredient list view
Water, Isohexadecane, Dicaprylyl ether, Hexylene glycol, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Aminomethyl propanol, Citric acid, Glycerin, Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate, Lauryl glucoside, Phenoxyethanol, Polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, Propylene glycol, Sorbitan laurate, Tetrasodium glutamate diacetate, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl acetate
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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.
| GarnierMicellar Waterproof Makeup Remover WipesYOUR PRODUCT | It CosmeticsBye Bye Makeup 3-in-1 Hydrating, Anti-Aging, Makeup Removing Micellar Wipes | VichyPureté Thermale 3-in-1 Micellar Cleansing Water Makeup Remover Wipes with Vitamin E | CetaphilGentle Hydrating Makeup Removing Wipes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 49% | 47% | 46% |
| Price | — | — | — | $20.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 6 | 6 of 6 | 6 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Vitamin E | — | Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate |
| Irritancy | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| 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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- 3Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 5Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 6Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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