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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water versus Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion .

Last updated on September 18, 2023. Published on November 12, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

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Concerns

Eczema

Benefits

Reduces Irritation

Concerns

Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water contains this as ingredient number 1.

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

This ingredient is derived from caprylic and capric acids. It is an emulsifier with emollient properties.

According to the manufacturer, it is hydrophilic and soluble in aqueous solutions (water). They also state this ingredient is stable in a medium pH range (~5 - 8).

As an emulsifier, it helps make oils and oil-soluble ingredients more soluble in water.

Learn more about Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water contains this as ingredient number 2.

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion contains this as ingredient number 2.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Mannitol is a sugar alcohol. It is a humectant and moisturizes the skin. In vitro (not tested on a living organism), mannitol displays antioxidant properties.

When found in aqueous solutions, mannitol tends to become acidic. This is because it loses a hydrogen ion. This is why mannitol can often be found with pH adjusting ingredients, such as sodium bicarbonate.

Fun fact: Mannitol can be found in foods as a sweetener. It can be naturally found in mushrooms, algae, fruits, and veggies.

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Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water contains this as ingredient number 4.

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion contains this as ingredient number 4.

4
What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Xylitol is a humectant and prebiotic. It can help with dry skin.

In studies, xylitol has been shown to improve dry skin. It decreased transepidermal water loss, or when water passes through the skin and evaporates. Xylitol also showed to help improve the biomechanical properties of the skin barrier.

The prebiotic property of xylitol may also help reinforce our skin's natural microbiome. Having a healthy microbiome prevents infection by bad bacteria and helps with hydration.

As a humectant, Xylitol helps draw moisture from both the air and from deeper skin layers. This helps keep skin hydrated.

Xylitol is a sugar alcohol and commonly used as a sugar substitute. It is naturally occurring in plants such as strawberries and pumpkin.

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Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water contains this as ingredient number 5.

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion contains this as ingredient number 5.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Fructooligosaccharides is an alternative sweetener. It is often derived from the blue agave plant.

Fructooligosaccharides is a prebiotic and helps to hydrate the skin. Emerging studies are also showing fructooligosaccharides to have antioxidant properties.

As a humectant, Fructooligosaccharides helps draw moisture to the skin, helping to hydrate the skin.

Bananas, onions, garlic, asparagus, jícama, and leeks also contain fructooligosaccharides.

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Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water contains this as ingredient number 7.

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion contains this as ingredient number 6.

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What it does: Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

Another role of this ingredient is preventing a product from melting or freezing. Propylene glycol also adds antimicrobrial properties to a product, elongating product lifespan.

This ingredient is considered an organic alcohol and commonly added into both cosmetics and foods.

Those with sensitive skin or conditions may deliver a rash when using this ingredient.

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Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water contains this as ingredient number 8.

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion contains this as ingredient number 7.

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What it does:
Community Rating: Disliked

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

It is a chelating agent, meaning it neutralizes metal ions that may be found in a product.

Disodium EDTA is a salt of edetic acid and is found to be safe in cosmetic ingredients.

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Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water contains this as ingredient number 9.

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion contains this as ingredient number 13.

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What it does: Antimicrobial, Emulsifying, Preservative

Cetrimonium Bromide is a preservative.

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water contains this as ingredient number 10.

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion contains this as ingredient number 14.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

60% are loved or liked
0% have mixed ratings
30% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet
31% are loved or liked
6% have mixed ratings
44% are disliked or very disliked
19% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water 10 ingredients

4.8 /5
from 26 reviews
PrincezzJulie's Avatar'
Apr 6, 2023

My always go to makeup removal
It was introduced to me by a skin doctor when treating my skin barrier damage. I did try out other brands, but I always come back to this product after that.

My always go to makeup removal
It was introduced to me by a skin doctor when treating my skin barrier damage. I did try out other brands, but I always come back to this product after that.

Kirra's Avatar'
Feb 28, 2024

Efficiently removes make-up and the only micellar water (along with the Sensibio AR) that I've found so far that does not burn my eyes. Frequently found on sale as a 1+1 option.

Efficiently removes make-up and the only micellar water (along with the Sensibio AR) that I've found so far that does not burn my eyes. Frequently found on sale as a 1+1 option.

Great Value
No Scent
Works Well
ChantelleAng's Avatar'
Feb 14, 2024

love this but a little ex. i use this to remove sunscreen or clean up my make up love it

love this but a little ex. i use this to remove sunscreen or clean up my make up love it

Expensive
Hydrating
Light
No Scent
Works Well

Dermacol Sensitive Micellar Lotion 16 ingredients

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