Garnier Skinactive Water Rose Micellar Cleansing Water Versus Bioderma Sébium H2O Purifying Micellar Cleansing Water and Makeup Removing Solution
Updated on August 23, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 2 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and sensitive skin
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or silicones
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Ingredient Info
Garnier Skinactive Water Rose Micellar Cleansing Water 11 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium H2O Purifying Micellar Cleansing Water and Makeup Removing Solution 15 ingredients
What's inside (and what isn't)
What's inside (and what isn't)
At a glance
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Garnier Skinactive Water Rose Micellar Cleansing Water 11 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium H2O Purifying Micellar Cleansing Water and Makeup Removing Solution 15 ingredients
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
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 WaterCitric Acid is an AHA derived from citrus fruits (think oranges, lemons, and limes!).
As an AHA, Citric Acid removes the top layer of skin cells from the newer layer of skin underneath. This helps skin to remove dark spots and even out skin tone.
If you spot Citric Acid near the end of an ingredient list, it's likely there as a pH adjuster rather than an active ingredient.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIngredient Ratings
Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these products.
When to use
Garnier Skinactive Water Rose Micellar Cleansing Water 11 ingredients
Bioderma Sébium H2O Purifying Micellar Cleansing Water and Makeup Removing Solution 15 ingredients
Reviews
Here's what our community thinks
Garnier Skinactive Water Rose Micellar Cleansing Water 11 ingredients
Gentle Everyday Cleanser
I have dry/dehydrated fairly sensitive skin, so it's important to me to use a moisturizing, non-stripping cleanser that can still break down oil and dirt. I don't wear foundation, but I do wear sticky liquid eyeliner that this easily removes with some patience. I use this morning and night (if I cleanse in the morning) and I do rinse it off with water (although if I were Show more
Honestly doesnt do anything
Doesnt feel good and does nothing to my skin..
Bioderma Sébium H2O Purifying Micellar Cleansing Water and Makeup Removing Solution 15 ingredients
It does a good job with makeup and sunscreen, however it struggles a little bit when removing waterproof mascara. But despite not fully removing it, if you let it sit for a minute it will loosen it up enough for the water-based cleanser to finish the job. I know you're not supposed to rinse a micellar water, but I've always felt better doing a second cleanse afterwards. I also like to let it rest Show more
One of my favorite cleansers!!
