Should micellar water rinse out and why?
Despite the fact that many manufacturers indicate that micellar water can not be washed off after use, cosmetologists have a different opinion. To understand why this is necessary, you need to study the properties of this product and the features of its effect on the skin.
How micellar water works
Micelle water - a relatively inexpensive product that perfectly copes with cleaning the face from dirt and cosmetics. The main principle of action of micelles in its composition is to bind and remove any dirt and other tiny elements that are foreign to skin tissues.
According to manufacturers, the product does not contain detergents and alcohol, therefore micellar water is completely safe for the skin. This is an embellishment of reality, since micelles are surfactant molecules (active surface-active substances), which are successfully used both in cosmetology and in the manufacture of various household chemicals.
The product contains several components.
- The base is nonionic surfactants, nf dissociating into ions in any aqueous solutions, produced from coconut oil and sugar. Their task is to gently cleanse the epidermis.
- Some products contain poloxamers - synthetic wetting elements, - emulsifiers and stabilizers. These are harmless additives that are not able to aggressively affect the dermis, let alone cause irritation on it.
- Polyethylene glycol - another component that plays the role of a purifier. PEG is also an emulsifier, its level should not exceed 20%. But even in such a concentration, with special sensitivity, it can dry the skin.
These ingredients are safe, but effective and soft micellar water still has drawbacks. Turns out, sometimes a certain amount of alcohol or substituting compounds, as well as fats and plant extracts are added to the composition to improve the properties of the product. These substances can contribute to allergies, dryness, and other problems.
Do I need to wash my face after application?
Micellar water is not a basic dermis care product. If it is incorrectly chosen and applied regularly, it provokes excessive dryness, tightens the skin, and causes peeling. This also applies to products that, in addition to cleansing, contain moisturizers and hyaluronic acid, which helps to maintain the natural moisture of tissues, their elasticity and firmness. These substances are not enough to restore the fat balance, especially when the epidermis changes due to age. And, of course, good nutrition doesn't happen either. You will need special creams and masks.
Micellar water, also intended for sensitive dermis, can cause irritation if it is a product of poor quality or contains fragrances and preservatives.
With a thinned epidermis prone to redness and flaking, a more natural composition should be selected.
To avoid many problems, it is advisable to wash your face after the cleansing procedure, completely removing the micellar liquid. Dermatologists say:
- even safe surfactants dry out the dermis;
- micelle crystals remaining on the skin, absorbing dirt and leaving on the face, can lead to the development of acne and even purulent acne.
Beautician advice
Doctors-dermatologists and cosmetologists have come to a consensus: it is possible and necessary to wash off the product, especially if the skin is prone to dryness and irritation, acne is observed, and other dermatological diseases are present. But this must be done correctly using the right product.
- With a daily cleanser such as soft foam.
- Washing with a deep cleansing gel.
- Through thermal water.
- A gentle cleansing tonic. Such a cosmetic product penetrates deeply into the layers of the dermis, moisturizes them and tightens the pores. At the same time, for skin that is susceptible to any irritants, you will need a mild agent in the form of milk or a spray.
These formulations must be very carefully applied to the face with a cotton pad soaked in them only along the massage lines, trying not to stretch the skin. After this double cleaning, it is necessary to apply the cream in accordance with the condition of the face. With oily and combined epidermis, it should be light.
Besides, cosmetologists advise to use micellar water with caution to remove cosmetics from the eyes. Before it is important to ensure that the product is free of zinc. Usually such water is intended for oily dermis and is not suitable for removing eye make-up. It is equally important that the extracts of various plants do not cause allergic reactions in those who suffer from hypersensitivity, so you will have to study the composition of the product. Experts remind that micellar water is good for drinking no more than 2 times a day: in the morning and in the evening with the obligatory subsequent washing.
And the last recommendation: water with micelles should be of high quality from trusted manufacturers, it must be selected taking into account the characteristics of the skin type. It is undesirable for the product to contain a lot of essential oils, fatty acids and preservatives.
If after application the face is constricted or a sticky film forms on it, try to find a more suitable product for yourself.
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