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    Should you rinse off micellar water after each use?

    19 Jan 2021 4:23 PM | Posted by
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    In the time it takes for your bathroom tap to warm up, one swipe of micellar water on a cotton pad would’ve had your waterproof mascara successfully dissolved, leaving you ready to dive into bed. 

    Or, if you’re doing us really proud, the next step of your skin care routine. 

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    With the texture comparable to a toner, micellar water is often labelled as a ‘no-rinse’ product. But before we take this as gospel, there are a few factors to consider. 

    While micellar water is effective at removing stubborn makeup and drawing out dirt and oil from our pores, unlike regular cleansers, they can leave residue on the surface. 

    This means you may just be swishing the dirt around your face, rather than actually cleaning it off, which according to facialist Kate Kerr, “can act like a film, blocking pores and oil, disrupting oil production,” she told Elle UK. 

    Although a godsend when it comes to removing thick mascara or long-lasting lipsticks that would otherwise have us scrubbing our skin raw, lingering product (particularly on sensitive skin) may trigger irritation or dehydration over time. 

    “Micellar waters can be great when used as a makeup remover, especially for stubborn heavy eye makeup” Kate shared. 

    But as the be-all and end-all for a skin care routine? Maybe not so much. 

    “I would always recommend using a cleanser containing salicylic acid afterwards to ensure the residue left over is fully removed from the skin” she said..

    And for those nights where you just can’t rinse off? Don’t fret. Luckily, there are some soothing, mild micellar waters on the market which incorporate a blend of ultra-gentle ingredients to ensure skin is left feeling refreshed and hydrated. 

     
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    33 Member Comments

    Michelle240 5 Feb 2021 11:22 AM

    I would just not feel clean without washing my face with a cleanser after using micellar water to do the heavy lifting.

    lgauci 2 Feb 2021 2:08 PM

    Thank you for this info never used to wash it off so now I will.

    Izzy09 25 Jan 2021 12:15 PM

    I've never used micellar water before so if I do use it I'll now know to rinse it off. Thanks for the tip

    bebeautiful34 25 Jan 2021 9:05 AM

    Yes I definitely rinse then use a cleanser afterwards

    IndieAna 24 Jan 2021 6:42 PM

    I do rinse after using Micellar water

    cityglenda 24 Jan 2021 6:18 PM

    I use bioderma sensibio micellar water after I have used a cleanser to remove the final traces of foundation ( I use a high coverage one). Then I rinse my face in cold water. Looks like I've been doing right all these years.

    BeautySwan88 24 Jan 2021 2:08 AM

    I would rinse it off.

    cityglenda 24 Jan 2021 6:11 PM

    I do. My skin feels better after a cold rinse.

    Lawliet 23 Jan 2021 8:05 PM

    Back when I used to use Micellar water, I would always cleanse and rinse it off afterwards. I imagine leaving micellar water on would make your face so sticky!

    skincare junkie 23 Jan 2021 1:34 AM

    I always follow up with a cleanser. Sometimes I use micellar as a temporary cleanser for eye makeup when I get home, but ultimately I still double cleanse that evening.

    Chrystalage 22 Jan 2021 12:02 AM

    I went through a micellar water phase and nowadays I've decided that I prefer to use a cleanser on my skin

    S-P 21 Jan 2021 9:53 PM

    I always rinse off.

    cityglenda 24 Jan 2021 6:12 PM

    Me too. I had read on the label that you don't need to rinse but my skin felt sticky so I rinse with cold water.

    Elunia 21 Jan 2021 7:44 PM

    I have always rinsed micellar water off as I felt the film left behind and I don't think I could truly feel clean it if is not washed away.

    jupiter 21 Jan 2021 2:12 PM

    I always use micellar water as a first cleanse/make-up remover and follow up with a rinse-off cleanser. With Covid around, I feel better rinsing it off.

    Incidentally, hand sanitisers deactivate the virus but it's still on your hands. Hand washing is always better if you have access to a tap.

    AndreaJW 21 Jan 2021 1:34 PM

    I've never rinsed it off before but now I will be

    Meedee 21 Jan 2021 8:16 AM

    Well in the past I have used it as a toner and not rinsed it off but I have only done this when I dont have any toner in the house but I guess i will stop doing that now. At the moment im using an Innoxa Micellar Water which has a scent that seems to react a little with my eyes.

    misfortune8 21 Jan 2021 6:59 AM

    I always rinse off with a reusable makeup pad or microfibre cloth.

    Tee631 20 Jan 2021 10:12 PM

    I always rinse

    Karma Llama 20 Jan 2021 9:54 PM

    Good tips.

    Hayley644 20 Jan 2021 9:48 PM

    I don't use it often, would prefer to use an ordinary cleanser.

    Rose_P 20 Jan 2021 9:25 PM

    Yes yes yes! I always rinse!

    RINNY 20 Jan 2021 8:37 PM

    I've never used it before but this is really good info

    Margi59 20 Jan 2021 7:42 PM

    I do clean my makeup off with micellar water, but I also use a Toner to take off any residue before putting on my Serum and Night Cream.

    Sootyhere 20 Jan 2021 6:45 PM

    Good to know even though I havent used micellar water.

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