Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleansing Water Versus Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water
Updated on September 18, 2023
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and dark spots
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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Ingredient Info
Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleansing Water 9 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water 15 ingredients
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Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleansing Water 9 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water 15 ingredients
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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.
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 WaterGlycerin 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 GlycerinDisodium 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.
Learn more about Disodium EDTACetrimonium Bromide is a preservative.
Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.
In small amounts, sodium hydroxide is considered safe to use. However, large amounts may cause chemical burns due to its high alkaline.
Your skin has a natural pH and acid mantle. This acid mantle helps prevent harmful bacteria from breaking through. The acid mantle also helps keep your skin hydrated.
"Alkaline" refers to a high pH level. A low pH level would be considered acidic.
Learn more about Sodium HydroxideIngredient Ratings
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Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleansing Water 9 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water 15 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Dr Sam’s Flawless Cleansing Water 9 ingredients
Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water 15 ingredients
Unfortunately, as with almost every micellar water, it started breaking me out in the long run... tiny pimples and clogged pores. Please wash your face after using it. Otherwise, all you’re doing is smearing the dirt all over your face.
I’ll simply never be a fan of micellar water and cotton wipes. Even when I tried washing it off, it just ended up drying out my skin.
Hands down, my favorite micellar cleanser. I use it every morning to start my skin care routine. It gently cleans off my heavy nighttime products and leaves the perfect base for the rest of my morning routine.
It also works well at removing any residual eye makeup that I missed after my nighttime cleanse.
