Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate + 2 moreCleanses gently
“Micellar Water”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate) 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?
Irritancy3 strong irritants: Sodium anisate, Parfum + 1 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~4.8–7.1%
- 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 GlycerinPolyglyceryl-6 caprylate~3.7–5.5%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 caprylatePolyglyceryl-4 caprate~3–4.5%
Xylitylglucoside~2.1–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitylglucosideBetula alba juice~1.7–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium levulinate~1.4–2.1%
Anhydroxylitol~1.2–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrir function
More about AnhydroxylitolPolyglyceryl-3 cocoate~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-3 cocoatePolyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate~0.85–1.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleateXylitol~0.5–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolSodium anisate~0.45–1%
Sodium benzoate~0.25–0.5%
Parfum~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An aromatic blend of unspecified and possibly irritating ingredients
More about ParfumLinalool~0.1–0.5%
Citric acid~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidLactic acid~0.05–0.25%
- 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 acidPotassium sorbate~0.05–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-6 caprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Xylitylglucoside, Betula alba juice, Sodium levulinate, Anhydroxylitol, Polyglyceryl-3 cocoate, Polyglyceryl-6 ricinoleate, Xylitol, Sodium anisate, Sodium benzoate, Parfum, Linalool, Citric acid, Lactic acid, Potassium sorbate
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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.
| TaikaMicellar WaterYOUR PRODUCT | DoréLa Micellaire | Madara CosmeticsAgua Micelar | ESPAPurifying Micellar Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 62% | 57% | 57% |
| Price | — | $28.00 | $10.02 | $22.90 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 4 of 7 | 3 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside | Lactic Acid | Lactic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | High | High |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Bioderma Atoderm Shower GelKate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 3 studies and safety reviews.
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- 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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