A formula specially adapted for problem skin and for teenagers looking for an all-in-one, no-rinse treatment.
Micellar water is designed to specifically cleanse and sanitize areas of the face that begin to break out, after physical exertion where perspiration has accumulated.
A few drops on a cotton pad are enough to wipe the area to be cleaned. Upon contact with the skin, the micelles trap all dirt, makeup, and sebum without the need to rub the skin.
- Thanks to the presence of micelles, derived from plant sugars, water is able to dissolve lipids and impurities lodged in the pores of the skin.
- Black willow extract, rich in salicylic acid, improves skin cell turnover by promoting exfoliation, resulting in an overall improvement in the skin's appearance. It is also known for its antimicrobial properties, which can be helpful in cases of problematic skin conditions. Based on results obtained in one study, it was concluded that salicin (also known as salicylic acid extract found in willow bark) has the ability to reduce the visible signs of skin aging when applied topically. 1
- In combination with glycerin, propanediol, a natural preservative made from corn sugar, maintains skin moisture. One study evaluated the combination of 1,3-propanediol with glycerol (also called glycerin): this combination provides greater benefits to the skin, improving both hydration and skin barrier function. 2
- Refreshing, astringent, tonic, grapefruit essential oil brightens the complexion and brings a touch of good humor.
The antibacterial and antimicrobial properties of grapefruit essential oil are said to eliminate bacteria and other microbes stuck in the pores and aid in the acne clearing process. 3
This micellar water can be used morning and evening, after cleansing, following physical activity, or directly on a spot.
References:
1. Gopaul R, Knaggs HE, Lephart JF, Holley KC, Gibson EM. An evaluation of the effect of a topical product containing salicin on the visible signs of human skin aging. J Cosmet Dermatol. 2010 Sep;9(3):196-201. doi: 10.1111/j.1473-2165.2010.00512.x. PMID: 20883292. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1473-2165.2010.00512.x
2. Pinto JR, Monteiro E Silva SA, Leonardi GR. Effects of 1,3-propanediol associated, or not, with butylene glycol and/or glycerol on skin hydration and skin barrier function. Int J Cosmet Sci. 2024 Feb;46(1):85-95. doi:10.1111/ics.12911. Epub 2023 Oct 6. PMID: 37699769. https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/ics.12911
3. Zu Y, Yu H, Liang L, Fu Y, Efferth T, Liu X, Wu N. Activities of ten essential oils towards Propionibacterium acnes and PC-3, A-549 and MCF-7 cancer cells. Molecules. 2010 Apr 30;15(5):3200-10. doi:10.3390/molecules15053200. PMID: 20657472; PMCID: PMC6263286. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6263286/
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