All you need to know about micellar water and its benefits

Cleansing is an important part of everyone's skincare regime. In fact, it's the very first thing we opt for when we begin our skincare routine. Without cleansing, you cannot get rid of dirt or impurities from your skin. And a lot of people prefer to cleanse their skin with micellar water. But what exactly is micellar water?

Celebrity Dermatologist Dr. Apratim Goel, defines micellar water as, "Micellar water is made up of micelles (tiny balls of cleansing oil molecules) suspended in water. It is a cleansing liquid and it doesn’t require any rinsing which means you can complete your skincare routine without running water. Micelles are attracted to dirt and oil, so they draw out impurities without drying out the skin."

She added, "Micelles have both hydrophilic and hydrophobic qualities. That means they have the ability to lift away dirt, impurities, and makeup from your face and also has a hydrating agent called glycerin. For the unversed, it also has mild surfacing agents."

Benefits of micellar water: It can help get rid of not just dirt and impurities from your skin but can also help get rid of makeup and oil. It doesn't dry out the skin like other cleansers and it works wonders for all skin types. The best part is that it's portable so you can use it on the go.

To use micellar water, all you need to do is soak a cotton pad in the water and then swipe it across your face. It'll help get rid of any residue left behind. And if you have some stubborn makeup on like liner or eyeshadow, just gently press and hold the soaked pad on that area for a few seconds and then wipe it.

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