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SVR Sensifine AR Micellar Water Versus Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water

Face Cleanser
Makeup Remover
French Brand France
French Brand France

Updated on September 18, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both reef safe . They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain niacinamide

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, 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, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Ingredient Info

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About this product

About this product

At a glance

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Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Key Ingredients

Benefits

Concerns

Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

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

Skin Conditioning, Solvent

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!

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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
Smoothing

Niacinamide 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.

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Buffering

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 Hydroxide
Antimicrobial, Emulsifying, Preservative

Cetrimonium Bromide is a preservative.

When to use

6 Routines
33% use in am
67% use in pm
100% use every day
183 Routines
35% use in am
65% use in pm
92% use every day
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Reviews

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SVR Sensifine AR Micellar Water 11 ingredients

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Bioderma Hydrabio H2O Micellar Water 15 ingredients

4.5 /5
from 8 ratings
Hydrating (4) Works Well (4) Light (3)
Lapaki's avatar

Lapaki

3 months ago
Review

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.

#irritating
#light
jennifercampbellmiller's avatar

Jennifer Campbell Miller

10 months ago
Review

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.

#hydrating
#light
#no scent
#works well