What is this new Micellar Cleansing water that French women swear by?
Basically, Micellar water is infused with tiny particles called “micelles” that soak up dirt, oil, and makeup like a sponge.
It gently cleanses skin and removes makeup without rubbing, scrubbing, or even rinsing. Michelles — those tiny cleansing oil molecules — are ‘suspended’ in soft water that draw out impurities without drying out the skin.
Now that the secret is out every brand has added a micellar water to their line-up, from drugstore brands to pricey designer brands.
We like the COSRX new low PH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing water that moisturizes our face as it cleans. ($15 a bottle.)
With key ingredients such as Niacinamide, Allantoin, and Hyaluronic Acid, it soothes the skin while even removing our mascara (!)
And by regulating excess sebum and oil secretion, our skin looks better every time we use it.
And it’s great if you need an instant refresh, for instance after a workout when you can’t shower immediately.
We’re never going back to our expensive cleansing cream.