Simple Kind to Skin Face Cleanser Micellar Water
Works for
CleansingHexylene glycol, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Formulated with millions of individual micelles that remove makeup and dirt, the cleanser acts as an effective, revitalising face wash without leaving behind any unwanted residues.”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (cetrimonium chloride, cetylpyridinium chloride, hexylene glycol, peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides) 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: cetrimonium chloride
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy6 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Hexylene glycol~6.4–9.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolGlycerin~3.5–5.3%
- 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 GlycerinPeg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides~2.4–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps dissolve other ingredients
More about Peg-6 caprylic/capric glyceridesPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolCetrimonium chloride~0.05–0.1%
Tetrasodium edta~1.2–1.7%
Propylene glycol~0.85–1.25%
- 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 glycolCitric acid~0.45–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCetylpyridinium chloride~0.45–1%
Sodium chloride~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideNiacinamide~0.1–0.45%
- 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 NiacinamideSodium ascorbyl phosphate~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A stable derivative of vitamin C. It is oil-soluble which means it is more likely to penetrate the skin compared to the pure form of vitamin C (which is water-soluble), but it is less bio-available and is way less effective in stimulating collagen and reducing wrinkles compared to the pure form of vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid) and its other derivatives (for example, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate). At the same time, this vitamin C derivative has been shown in studies to be effective in reducing acne, blemishes and clogged pores. It is less irritating then the pure form of vitamin C
More about Sodium ascorbyl phosphatePotassium chloride~0.05–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Panthenol~0.01–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolIngredient list view
Water, Hexylene glycol, Glycerin, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Cetrimonium chloride, Tetrasodium edta, Propylene glycol, Citric acid, Cetylpyridinium chloride, Sodium chloride, Niacinamide, Sodium ascorbyl phosphate, Potassium chloride, Panthenol
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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.
| SimpleKind to Skin Face Cleanser Micellar WaterYOUR PRODUCT | LöwengripClean & Calm - Micellar Water | MarcelleMicellar Water - Dry Skin | No7Radiant Results Revitalising Micellar Cleansing Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 33% | 33% |
| Price | — | $18.83 | $15.63 | $26.99 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol |
| 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 15 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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