Micellar water has long been popular in France, among models and makeup artists. However, recently, it has been reaching an almost cult-like status in the United States, populating the medicine cabinets of many desiring perfect skin.
Why? Micellar water is popular for good reason: it is unrivaled in its ability to remove makeup, cleanse, and tone with only a few swipes of a cotton ball. Best news? Micellar water does all of this without irritating the skin.
Essentially, micellar water is the combination of purified water, hydrating ingredients (glycerin), and oil. Molecules of the mixture bond together in microscopic spheres called micelles, which act as magnets for dirt and oil. So, when you wipe a micellar water soaked cotton ball across your face, micelles pull makeup, dirt, oil, and more off of your face and onto the cotton ball. Since the formula is so light, you do not need to rinse it off. Leaving it on allows the moisturizing aspect of the micellar water to work on your skin all day.
Finally, a cleanser that removes debris from your skin without drying it out! This is perfect for acne-prone ladies and great to use in the summer in between applications of sunscreen.
Do you think micellar water is the secret to perfect skin?