Rosehip Gentle Facial Cleansing Micellar Water Reviews

When micellar waters first came out, I was really sceptical about their effectiveness. I also avoided them since most appeared to contain a whole bunch of chemicals that I didn’t feel comfortable putting on my skin. However, the rave reviews from numerous beauty bloggers about this particular micellar water from NZ brand Essano gave me the confidence to try it, and I can safely say I haven't looked back.

This IMO is a pretty good micellar water. It cleanses my skin without irritation & I've never had any issues with it irritating my eye area if I've had to remove makeup during a 2nd cleanse (which is what I typically use this for, although I have used it as a single cleanser in the morning as well). Despite containing a small amount of lactic acid, my fussy sensitive/combination/dehydrated skin has never reacted to it badly.

The one criticism I should mention is that some reviewers have complained that this leaves a film on the skin. Whilst I hadn't noticed it until I read those reviews, I will concede that these people are correct. However, the film doesn't bother me whatsoever and I have been more than happy to continue using this as it's gentle on my skin & works well as a second cleanse. I've re-purchased this several times & will keep going back for more.

I am pretty specific about my cleansers, but otherwise I just pick up the micellar water that's on special. On this particular day it was Essano's turn. When you shake the bottle it bubbles up like a soap and still it doesn't really take my eye makeup off, leaving me with muddy racoon eyes. It also tends to sting my eyes something fierce, which I've not had with other micellar waters. So I just use this to remove my foundation, eyebrows and lipsticks, with which is does fine.

It claims no rinse, but it leaves a slightly sticky residue so I always wash my face with a good cleanser afterwards anyway.

I think everything has its functional price point and this sells at a pretty good price for a micellar that removes general face makeup.

Generally, I like Essano products, and this one hasn't let me down. As ever with Essano, it's great to be able to use a product that is based on all natural ingredients, and comes from across the ditch!

Beyond this though, there seems to be little to separate this product from many of the other micellar products that are out there. This isn't to say that the Essano micellar water is bad, but simply that there are so many other similar products on the market that there is nothing to make this one stand out.

It removes eye make up. It removes foundation. It leaves my skin feeling fresh and clean. It has a subtle smell, and doesn't cause break outs. I can thoroughly recommend it. But I can also recommend other brands of micellar water that do exactly the same thing.

I find that I have to scrub at my skin to remove concealer when using this product. I also feel like a little does not go a long way.

When using to remove mascara, it irritates the skin around my eyes a bit and it doesn't hurt, but it's almost a mild burning feeling. I use non-waterproof mascara and I have 'panda eyes' after using this product, showering, cleansing and then using this product again.

It's okay at removing foundation.

It says no rinsing required on the packaging, but I feel like it leaves a film on my face that I prefer to rinse off.

Brand Response:
Thanks for your email and interest in Essano. We are sorry to hear about your experience with our Micellar Water. Would you please contact us through amyr@mixlimited.com so we can learn more about your experience please? Many thanks, Essano Team x

I bought this product while I was visiting in New Zealand, from The Warehouse. Originally I am from and living in Fiji Islands. This was my first try with a micellar water. I have very sensitive skin on my face, prone to breakouts on use with harsh products. Product had a nice soft scent. Was foamy on the skin on use. Product left oily film on my skin. After 2 weeks of use I noticed to have little breakouts on my skin.

I have dry, sensitive skin, and I do love using micellar water. However, I am not sure this product worked well on my skin. It is able to remove make up rather effectively, however it stings my eyes if it gets into my eyes. I also felt like it left a slightly oily layer on top of my skin if I just leave it on my skin without washing it off. The first few days of using this micellar water, it also caused my skin to be bumpy and causes my skin to break out. It might be just that my skin is sensitive to the ingredients that is in the micellar water. However, the price is really affordable. I love other skincare products from Esssano, but this micellar water just didn't agree with my skin.

Brand Response:
Thank you for your review and we are so sorry to hear about your experience with our Micellar Water.
If you could please send us an email at marketing@mixlimited.com for us to sort this out for you immediately.
Thank you for bringing this up to our attention.
Essano Team x

Firstly I just looove essano products. One look at the ingredients list you will fall in lust, then love once u see the price tags . even better if u wait for a sale at Coles or woollies..
Even after I remove my makeup with a cleanse, I drench a swispers cotton pad with this amazing water and I can see the dirt I left behind.. Waaat?

My sensitive skin appreciates a wipe over with this before bed and found I have a more even skin tone when I wake up..

Softens texture and removes dirt.. Job well done with no irritation and all organic ingredients. yay!

The Essano micellar cleansing water is a nice option for anyone looking for an affordable product without the yuckies such as paraben.

I've tried two other micellar water brands and this particular one is one of my faves. The certified organic ingredients and the exclusion of yuckies drives this up the list.

The micellar water is clear, watery and runny. It has little to no scent which is exactly how I like my skincare products. I just soak the product in a cotton round and start cleansing my eye area and then the rest of the face. Its quick, easy, and non irritating.

I always follow up with a second cleanse to remove any remaining dirt and grime.

Micellar Water is huge at the moment, it seems so many brands are releasing Micellar Water.
I'm one to jump on the skin care band wagons and Micellar is one I'm completely sticking to.
I first tried the Garnier original water (they now have a gazillion different types) and fell in love.
But I was recently given Essano products as a gift and their Micellar Water was included.
It comes in a clear plastic bottle, with a black cap.
This Micellar Water has next to no scent at all. I'm quite happy that it doesn't.
It removes every single inch of make up, dirt and oils from my face. I use cotton pads and start with my eyes first. Then continue onto the rest of my face.
It leaves the skin feeling clean, refreshed and doesn't leave any residue or stickiness behind.
Extremly happy with this product, I will be repurchasing (but I won't have to for awhile, it lasts for ages!)