Works for
CleansingHexylene glycol, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Micellar Cleansing Water”
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?
Irritancy5 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%
Cetylpyridinium chloride~0.85–1.3%
Sodium chloride~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chloridePotassium chloride~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Saccharide isomerate~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateSodium benzoate~0.1–0.3%
Sodium citrate~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateLactic acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An exfoliating and moisturizing alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). Typically causes less irritation than other AHAs, for example, glycolic acid. At high concentrations (about 15%), lactic acid can help reduce lines and wrinkles. Recent studies show that lactic acid can support the "good" bacteria living on skin's surface (healthy skin microbiome)
More about Lactic acidIngredient list view
Water, Hexylene glycol, Glycerin, Peg-6 caprylic/capric glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Cetrimonium chloride, Tetrasodium edta, Unknown, Cetylpyridinium chloride, Sodium chloride, Potassium chloride, Saccharide isomerate, Sodium benzoate, Sodium citrate, Lactic acid
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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.
| SimpleWaterboost Hydrating Micellar WaterYOUR PRODUCT | MarcelleMicellar Water - Dry Skin | No7Radiant Results Revitalising Micellar Cleansing Water | Colleen Rothschild BeautyMicellar Cleansing Water | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 34% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | — | $13.99 | — | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 | 2 of 6 |
| Key difference | — | Salicylic Acid | Panthenol | Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Cleanser & Makeup RemoverCurology Micellar Makeup Remover
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Epidermal and dermal effects of topical lactic acidncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Dual Effects of Alpha-Hydroxy Acids on the Skinpdfs.semanticscholar.org
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