What is Micellar Water?

Micellar water is a kind and gentle way to cleanse the skin and remove make-up. Furthermore, it is caring and mild enough to use on the delicate eye area.

Micellar water like NIVEA Micellar Cleansing Water is a cleanser that contains micelles, these suspended surfactant molecules are hydrophilic and oilophilic meaning they attract water, oil and the dirt that comes with them. Which when combined with a cotton pad or wipe, work to remove stubborn make-up. The unique properties of micellar water mean that, depending on your skin type, it can be used as a facial wash, make-up remover and moisturiser. You might want to combine various moisturisers and facial washes to get the best results.

When you apply micellar water to a cotton pad, the micelles act like a magnet. They perform a triple function in a single wipe:

1. Clinging to the cotton pad
2. Collecting and removing all the pollutants and impurities from your skin
3. Replacing impurities with purified water and added hydrants

WHAT ARE MICELLES?

Micelles are virtually invisible concentrated molecules that are both ‘water-loving’ (hydrophilic) and ‘fat-loving’ (oleophilic). This means they can remove dirt which is water-soluble and fat-soluble because they are naturally attracted to oil and water based substances. Micelles envelope oil and wax based dirt particles within their existing oleophilic centre, so that they can be easily removed without the need to rub or cause irritation.

When used with cotton pads, which are also ‘water-loving’, the outer part of the micelle sticks to the cotton pad almost like a magnet, and in effect both sweep up dirt when paired together. Using Micellar Water causes this natural phenomenon which is used to remove make-up easily and quickly, while caring for the skin and eyelashes.

MICELLAR WATER for DIFFERENT SKIN TYPES

With the wide range of NIVEA's micellar products, there's something for each skin type.

Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin

Micellar water is powered by micelles, little molecules that attract oil, dirt and make-up from the skin, allowing skin to breathe and avoiding residue that can irritate sensitive skin.

For sensitive skin, it's best to use the micellar wipe or apply the micellar water to a cotton pad and wipe the pad across your face, lifting off at the end to pull away any of the dirt or make-up from the day. You shouldn't need to rub or rinse, or use the sink because of NIVEA's specially formulated Soothing Micellar Water. This makes it easy when you need to cleanse outside of your home too!

Micellar Water for Dry Skin

Micellar Water not only works as a make-up remover, but also as a face cleanser for dry skin.

Dry skin needs specially formulated products, and NIVEA Caring Micellar Water is a perfect match for dry skin. Including it in your daily skincare routine will provide some needed moisture for your dry skin, leaving it feeling soothed.

Micellar Water for Dull Skin

NIVEA Brightening Micellar Water is infused with 5% Vitamin C & E serum to not only deeply cleanse the skin, but revitalises and brightens dull skin leaving you with an even glowing complexion. Perfect to be used first thing in the morning to remove overnight dirt & impurities.

Micellar Water For Tired Skin

When you wake up does your skin look like you didn't get enough sleep? Infused with 5% Panthenol & Squalane serum NIVEA Regenerating Micellar Water supports the skin’s own regeneration processes and helps strengthen its natural barrier overnight, preparing your skin ready for overnight regeneration. For beautiful and rested looking skin the next morning.

BENEFITS OF MICELLAR WATER

No Rinsing Required

Unlike other make-up removers and cleansers, you don’t need to rinse it off.

Eye-Friendly Formula

It is ideal for removing even the most stubborn make-up from your delicate eye area.

Gentle on Your Skin

Micellar water is perfect for all skin types. It has the properties of a toner, but unlike harsh soaps or alcohol-based solutions, it doesn’t:

Strip your skin of its essential oils
Upset the pH balance
Dry it out

Time, Fuss and Space Saver

Micellar water turns a lengthy make-up removal session into a process that takes a matter of seconds. When you’re on the go or packing for a holiday, lighten your load by replacing your toner, make-up remover, and cleanser with a single bottle of micellar cleansing water.

Luscious Lashes

The Micellar Water from NIVEA is formulated with your lashes in mind. The water gently yet thoroughly removes make-up from eyes, lashes, face and lips – no need for rubbing nor rinsing. It is gentle and caring for the lashes.

HOW TO USE MICELLAR WATER

Select: Choose the right Micellar Water make-up remover for your skin type (dry, sensitive, tired, dull).
Wipe: Apply NIVEA Micellar Water to your cotton pad and wipe away the day’s make-up.
Soothe: Feel the gentle toning and moisturising effect on your skin.

NIVEA MICELLAR WATER PRODUCTS

Not all micellar waters are created equal. Many formulas have added ingredients designed to sooth and moisturise your skin even further.

Our NIVEA Micellar Core range removes make-up effectively, cleanses gently & deeply and soothes & moisturises without leaving cleansing product residue on your skin.
Our Micellar Advanced range includes two serum-infused Micellar Water products that achieves the perfect balance of cleansing and skincare. Only a few featherlight swipes are required to remove the toughest waterproof make-up with these new hybrid products
Face wipes like Micellair Biodegradable Cleansing Wipes provide a great all-in-one solution for cleansing and make-up removal even for waterproof mascara. The micellar wipes get to work quickly, and their caring formula with Vitamin E leaves the skin feeling soft and hydrated.