micellar Cleansing Water gently removes make up while delivering glow, hydrated finish. Micelles capture and lift away dirt, oil and makeup.
How to use: Apply the product with a cotton pad on your face and lips. No need to rinse.
Caution: For external use only. Do not expose to direct sunlight. Store at room temperature. Discontinue use if signs of irritation or rash appear. Keep out of reach of children.

Micellar water works through a process called micellar technology. The micelles in the solution have a hydrophilic (water-loving) and lipophilic (oil-loving) end. When applied to the skin, the hydrophilic end attracts and encapsulates dirt, oil, and impurities, while the lipophilic end breaks down and dissolves makeup and sebum.

The lipophilic ends of the micelles work to break down and dissolve the oil-based substances, effectively lifting them off the skin. At the same time, the hydrophilic ends of the micelles ensure that the dirt, oil, and other impurities are trapped within the micelles and do not redeposit on the skin.

Because micellar water does not require rinsing, it leaves a thin solution layer on the skin, which can provide a gentle moisturizing effect.

“I really like micellar water as an effective way to quickly cleanse the skin or remove makeup,” says Dr. Lucy Chen. “It doesn’t strip the skin’s barrier and is mild enough to use daily. Because of the micellar conformation, it also doesn’t leave the skin feeling oily or with a residue.”