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Best Cult-Classic Micellar Water
Bioderma Sensibio H2O
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Best Cult-Classic Micellar Water
Bioderma Sensibio H2O
Credit: BiodermaThis is THE iconic micellar water that everyone raves about. The French pharmacy staple is loved by makeup artists, skincare pros, and beauty editors for its ability to easily remove everything from long-wear foundation to waterproof liner without being harsh or drying.
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Best Oil-Based Micellar Water
Glossier Milky Oil
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Best Oil-Based Micellar Water
Glossier Milky Oil
Credit: GlossierIf you typically use an oil cleanser to remove your makeup, then you'll love this dual-phase micellar water from Glossier. The part-oil, part-milk formula melts away makeup (yup, even the waterproof kind) and leaves skin feeling supple and bouncy.
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Best Micellar Water for Dry Skin
Drunk Elephant E-Rase Milki Micellar Water
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Best Micellar Water for Dry Skin
Drunk Elephant E-Rase Milki Micellar Water
Credit: Drunk ElephantThis Drunk Elephant micellar water is ideal for dry skin types. Inside the bottle: A milky cleansing liquid that's packed with ceramides (they're an MVP at keeping a healthy skin barrier and preventing water loss on your face), along with moisturizing wild melon seed oil.
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Best Micellar Water for Oily Skin
Bioré Charcoal Cleansing Micellar Water
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Best Micellar Water for Oily Skin
Bioré Charcoal Cleansing Micellar Water
Credit: BioréIf you have oily skin, you're probably thinking that a micellar water won't be enough to remove your makeup and deep-clean your skin at the end of a long day. DW though, this charcoal-infused option from Bioré def will. The charcoal acts like a magnet to suck up dirt, excess oil, and makeup to leave your skin matte and your pores nice and clear.
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Best Micellar Water for Dull Skin
Laneige Vitamin Brightening Cleansing Water
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Best Micellar Water for Dull Skin
Laneige Vitamin Brightening Cleansing Water
Credit: LaneigeThanks to a cocktail of antioxidants and vitamins (bless you, vitamin C and niacinamide), this micellar water doesn't just clean your skin and remove makeup—it makes it waaaay brighter too. Use it twice daily to fade dark spots and even out your skin tone.
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Best Micellar Water for Acne-Prone Skin
Sephora Collection Triple Action Cleansing Water Cleanse + Purify
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Best Micellar Water for Acne-Prone Skin
Sephora Collection Triple Action Cleansing Water Cleanse + Purify
Credit: Sephora CollectionOkay, so not only does this micellar water for acne-prone skin remove pore-clogging face and eye makeup, it helps clarify and calm skin too. It's all thanks to zinc (which has purifying properties) and soothing aloe vera extract.
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Best Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin
Clinique All About Clean All-in-One Cleansing Micellar Milk + Makeup Remover
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Best Micellar Water for Sensitive Skin
Clinique All About Clean All-in-One Cleansing Micellar Milk + Makeup Remover
Credit: CliniqueMade without fragrance and other potential skin irritants, this micellar water from Clinique is perf for anyone with sensitive or redness-prone skin. The creamy, milk-like formula comes in two versions—one for drier skin types and another for oilier skin types.
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Best Soothing Micellar Water
Primera Chamomile Micellar Cleansing Water
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Best Soothing Micellar Water
Primera Chamomile Micellar Cleansing Water
Credit: PrimeraThis is another great micellar water for sensitive or stressed-out skin. The gentle, pH-balanced formula dissolves makeup and is infused with soothing chamomile extract to reduce inflammation and minimize redness.
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Best Plant-Based Micellar Water
Klorane Micellar Water with Soothing Cornflower
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Best Plant-Based Micellar Water
Klorane Micellar Water with Soothing Cornflower
Credit: KloraneGreen beauty lovers, this one's for you. The three-in-one micellar water from eco-friendly beauty brand Klorane uses all-natural cornflower water to gently dissolve eye, lip, and face makeup, eliminate dirt and excess oil, and tone skin all in one quick step.
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Best Drugstore Micellar Water
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Cleanser & Makeup Remover
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Best Drugstore Micellar Water
Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Cleanser & Makeup Remover
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Credit: GarnierThis drugstore micellar water from Garnier does not disappoint. First, it's free-from oil, drying alcohols, and fragrance (making it suitable for just about every skin type), and second, it quickly erases face and eye makeup without having to use a bunch of cotton rounds to get the job done.
Lauren Balsamo is deputy beauty director at Cosmopolitan, where she writes, edits, and produces all types of beauty content—from product reviews to personal essays and trend reports. She has covered beauty for nine years at Cosmopolitan and has contributed to Women’s Health and Seventeen magazines as well. Follow her on Instagram.
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