CeraVe Hydrating Micellar Water Versus Simple Skincare Micellar Cleansing Water
Updated on February 03, 2025
Overview
What they are
These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 4 ingredients in common
Cool Features
They both contain niacinamide
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
CeraVe Hydrating Micellar Water 24 ingredients
Simple Skincare Micellar Cleansing Water 15 ingredients
About this product
About this product
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CeraVe Hydrating Micellar Water 24 ingredients
Simple Skincare Micellar Cleansing Water 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningPropanediol
SolventPEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
EmulsifyingGlycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin ConditioningCaprylhydroxamic Acid
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Biosaccharide Gum-1
Skin ConditioningGlucamine
HumectantSodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
EmulsifyingRhamnose
HumectantGlucose
HumectantGlucuronic Acid
BufferingCeramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 3
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 6 Ii
Skin Conditioning
Phytosphingosine
Skin Conditioning
Cholesterol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingCeramide EOP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide 1
Skin Conditioning
Water, Propanediol, PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Niacinamide, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Glucamine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Rhamnose, Glucose, Glucuronic Acid, Ceramide NP, Ceramide 3, Ceramide AP, Ceramide 6 Ii, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide 1
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
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. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
Learn more about WaterThis 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 GlyceridesGlycerin is already naturally found in your skin. It helps moisturize and protect your skin.
A study from 2016 found glycerin to be more effective as a humectant than AHAs and hyaluronic acid.
As a humectant, it helps the skin stay hydrated by pulling moisture to your skin. The low molecular weight of glycerin allows it to pull moisture into the deeper layers of your skin.
Hydrated skin improves your skin barrier; Your skin barrier helps protect against irritants and bacteria.
Glycerin has also been found to have antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Due to these properties, glycerin is often used in wound and burn treatments.
In cosmetics, glycerin is usually derived from plants such as soybean or palm. However, it can also be sourced from animals, such as tallow or animal fat.
This ingredient is organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic.
Glycerin is the name for this ingredient in American English. British English uses Glycerol/Glycerine.
Learn more about GlycerinNiacinamide has emerged as an all-star ingredient due to its many benefits.
It is known to treat acne by reducing inflammation. It also helps fade dark-spots and strengthen the skin by promoting the growth of the ceramide barrier.
Other benefits include smoothing wrinkles and minimizing redness.
The cherry on top? Niacinamide can also help build keratin, a protein that keeps skin firm.
When incorporating niacinamide into your routine, look out for concentration amounts. Typically, 5% niacinamide provides benefits such as fading dark spots. However, if you have sensitive skin, it is better to begin with a smaller concentration.
Niacinamide can be mixed with other ingredients to boost benefits. For instance, it has shown to be effective when used with copper, folic acid, and zinc to treat acne.
Learn more about NiacinamideIngredient Ratings
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When to use
CeraVe Hydrating Micellar Water 24 ingredients
Simple Skincare Micellar Cleansing Water 15 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
CeraVe Hydrating Micellar Water 24 ingredients
I put this in a small spritzer bottle and spray my face, neck and décolleté nightly and then gently wipe with a soft cotton pad as my first cleanser. It removes sweat, dirt, makeup. I follow with a second gentle cleanser and it leaves my skin perfectly prepped for my skin care routine.
In the morning I will sometimes follow the same spray and wipe routine, but followed only by a rinse of water Show more
It gets rid off makeup effectively and does trigger FA or clog my pores. It's not main Cleanser, but it's my favorite to remove makeup.
Simple Skincare Micellar Cleansing Water 15 ingredients
Old Formula, I miss you
I originally got a bunch of samples of this product in 2016 when I was working at a Walgreens. I didn't use it until about a year ago and started using it daily. It seemed to help and I liked the convenience. I ran out of samples eventually and went to Target to find it again. The new formula, which I'm assuming is new because the branding is different and I had a different Show more
