What is micellar water for and how to use it?

Today micellar water is very popular among many women. However, not everyone knows what it is and how to use it correctly.

Micellar water was created by French specialists back in 1990. It is a cosmetic product that is designed to cleanse the skin from make-up, as well as from various impurities. At the same time, it helps to maintain the balance of the skin shell. This product is odorless and colorless. It contains no alcohol or other various aggressive ingredients that irritate the skin in one way or another.

Micelles are considered the active ingredient in micellar water for the face. They are microscopic compounds capable of creating active substances in water. Micelles have several interesting properties. First of all, they weaken the effect of any irritating agents. Also, with their help, you can get rid of small fat particles. In addition, micelles deactivate harmful chemicals.

Previously, this product could only be purchased at pharmacies in France. However, over time, this product appeared in European countries and America. Today, such a cosmetic product is almost everywhere. However, micellar water from different manufacturers may differ in its composition. Professionals distinguish 3 types of this tool.

This cosmetic product is made from nonionic surfactants in the form of cocoglucoside. They are made from coconut oil and granulated sugar. With the help of such a surfactant, you can effectively remove all the dirt, as well as sweat, without damaging the skin.Experts recommend, after cleansing with this type of micellar water, wipe your face with a sponge soaked in tonic.

Despite the fact that these are artificially created components, they are completely harmless. In addition, they dissolve very well. There are a large number of poloxamers, but products numbered 407, 184 or 188 are most often used to create micellar water. In this case, the product will not irritate the skin, and additional rinsing will not be required.

PEG is considered a classic emulsifier. However, if its concentration is more than 25%, then the micellar will be dangerous and cause dryness and irritation of the skin.

It should be noted that such a cleanser has a complex effect on the skin, that is, it copes with several tasks at the same time.

1. Cleans the face, including the skin around the eyes.
2. Helps remove makeup residues, even with professional makeup.
3. Tones up the skin.
4. Fills the epidermis with useful components, if the composition contains extracts from aloe, Gallic rose.
5. In the event that the composition contains an extract of chamomile, micellar water will have not only a moisturizing effect, but also an antiseptic.
6. Removes dust and dirt, unclogs pores.

It should also be noted that micellar water is economical and convenient to use. You can take it with you not only to work, but also on a hike or just on the road. After all, if there is such a remedy, ordinary water is not required. In order for the effect to be positive, it is worth choosing the right cosmetic product for your skin type. For example, micellar water should be used if the skin has the following disadvantages.

• With dry seborrhea. Since ordinary tap water contains chlorine, which dries out the skin, dryness and even irritation can occur when it is used. Therefore, in such cases, micellar is the best way.
• If you have acne. Micellar water is not able to cope with such a problem on its own. But if you use it in combination with the right antibiotics, the result will surpass all expectations.
• With oily seborrhea it is also recommended to use this cosmetic product. This ailment characterizes the release of a large amount of subcutaneous fat, which micellar water will help to cope with. However, it is best used after applying drying masks.
• With atopic dermatitis. This disease is characterized by increased dry skin. In this case, experts do not recommend washing with plain water. Therefore, micellar water can successfully replace it.

Despite its many advantages, micellar water has several disadvantages that you should definitely familiarize yourself with.

1. Very often, after using such a remedy, a tightening feeling may appear. In this case, you just need to try using products from another manufacturer.
2. If micellar water gets into the eyes, tingling occurs. Here you just have to be careful when washing.
3. Some substandard products may contain ingredients that cause allergic reactions. Therefore, when buying, you need to carefully study the composition of the purchased product.

Micellar water should be used to cleanse the face instead of regular tap water. This can be done not only in the evening, but also in the morning. In this case, the skin will gently and gently wake up from sleep. In addition, you do not need to additionally use other cosmetics to moisturize it. After washing, you can safely do any makeup.

In the evening before going to bed, you need to remove makeup, even if you really want to sleep. The cleansing process does not take too much effort. First you need to shake the bottle itself well.As a result, a film should appear on the surface from the oils that make up the micellar water. Next, you need to moisten a cotton pad with this tool, and then proceed to the cleaning process.

For to wash off mascara from eyelashes, you need to apply the sponge to your eyes for a few seconds, and then wipe off its remnants with light movements... In the event that this tool is used for makeup remover, then you will first need to cleanse the skin with warm water. This is done to prevent pores from clogging and acne to appear.

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