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Micellar water is the undisputed champion of the beauty aisle. We had no idea it existed until a few years ago, but now we can't live without it when it comes to removing our makeup. Is the cleansing miracle, however, genuinely beneficial to our skin?

What is micellar water, and how does it work?

It's supposed to softly and thoroughly wash our skin, drawing dirt and makeup away from our faces like a magnet. But how does it function in practice?

In polar water, elongated molecules that are non-polar (i.e. water-repellent) on one side and polar (i.e. water-friendly) on the other create tiny beads called micelles, according to the chemistry set. They dissolve grease quickly and clean deep into the skin layers without rubbing or pressure.

Small particles of makeup, mascara, lipstick, and grime are captured and taken away by the micelles due to the bipolar charge of the beads' molecules.

Do you want to be gentle or aggressive? Is micellar water beneficial to one's skin?

We admire micellar water's practicality, but we've also read that several of its goods have been criticized. They're alleged to include controversial ingredients that are bad for your skin and the environment. Aggressive washing surfactants, such as polyethylene glycol derivatives (PEGs), poloxamers, or polysorbates, undermine the skin's protective barrier and make it more susceptible to external impacts. Sensitive skin types also experience redness, dehydration, and flaking. Even some micelle waters contain polyaminopropyl biguanides (PHMB) As a preservative, according to a contest analysis.

In micelle water, what should I search for?

Many micelle glasses of water, especially those made for highly sensitive skin, work without scents, preservatives, or alcohol. Micellar waters without synthetic surfactants are significantly gentler on the skin. Sugar or coconut fat are examples of such alternatives, which are commonly used in natural cosmetics. Natural cosmetic micellar waters are kinder to the skin, but they don't always remove waterproof makeup in one swipe.

The INCI list includes the following information about the ingredients: If you're not sure whether your favorite micellar water is safe for your skin and the environment, use the Codecheck app to look up the ingredients. Just be specific.

Micellar water does for mild washing of the face

In the evening, we normally cleanse our faces with micellar water and a cotton pad. Please don't use too much cleansing water, as some of it contains alcohol and other harsh cleaning agents. If you're buying a micellar or face toner for oily skin, make sure to check the skin type it's designed for, because alcohol can remove oil from the skin in little amounts. Alternatively, cleansing wipes with micellar technology are now available, with active ingredient dosage incorporated.

If you want to be sure that the micellar water doesn't leave any surfactants or other drying or toxic chemicals on the surface,