[SKINCARE] L'Oreal Paris 3-in-1 Micellar Water (Refreshing) 400ml

Product's Overview:

The bubble design in front of the packaging
is even printed at the back

Back view of the bottle (Directions & Ingredients)

Soak the cotton pad to almost 90% wet before wiping

(Left) Eyebrows product + sunscreen removed
(Right) Nothing is removed
*face condition wasn't good because of mask wearing*

!!! CAUTION !!!

!!! PHOTOS BELOW MIGHT BE TOO GROSS FOR SOME INDIVIDUAL !!!

After wiping full face, front of the cotton pads

Back of the cotton pads

Results of using 2 cotton pads to fully 1st cleanse
*face condition wasn't good because of mask wearing*

Ingredients:

Aqua/Water, Hexylene Glycol, Glycerin, Poloxamer 184, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Disodium EDTA, BHT , Polyaminopropyl Biguanide

(from L'Oreal Paris Malaysia's Official Website, there's more detailed explanation for every ingredient on the list)

Aqua/Water, Hexylene Glycol, Glycerin, Poloxamer 184, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Disodium EDTA, BHT , Myrtrimonium Bromide

(from the packaging itself)

First Impression & Experience: ★★★★☆

It foams up a little when I glide it along my face to remove my sunscreen/eyebrow products, but it doesn't affect the usage. It's stated on the packaging that there's no need to rinse off, but I'm used to always double cleanse so I did followed up with my daily cleanser every night. It removes makeup effectively.

Pros: 

• Gentle on skin
• Non-stripping, doesn't dry out my U-zone skin
• Very effective first cleanse

Cons:

• Wastage of cotton pads
• Might be a daily mild exfoliant for people with a very sensitive skin
• Need to always carry along some cotton pads

Final Thoughts & Conclusion:

Most of the micellar water that I've used (^Garnier, Maybelline and including L'Oreal) always stated "no rinse". However, I do not prefer the instruction because 1) I'm used to double cleanse & my face feels more cleaner, 2) After wiping this micellar water on my face, I can feel like there's a layer of soap on my skin that when touched, it's slippery (not silky smooth kind), which makes me very uncomfortable.

Also, there's surfactant in the micellar water (according to LabMuffin's blog) which may disrupt your skin's structure & irritates it if you left it on without rinsing it off.

Some people with dry/dehydrated skin will sometimes use micellar water to wipe their face & continue with their A.M. (morning) skincare routine. I've tried this way when my skin was going through a very dehydrated period which I can only use cleanser once a day, but I always wake up with oily skin. Yet, leaving the micellar water on my face worsen the dehydration & with the uncomfortable slippery feeling, I'd rather recommend rinsing your face with only lukewarm water then go on with your routine & most importantly, SUNSCREEN!!!.

Repurchase? ★★☆☆☆

After started using cleansing balm, I've realized how convenient it is to use and carry around compared to micellar water. So I would not repurchase it. However, this product could be a choice if you prefer a micellar water

Price vs. Value: ★★★★☆

400ml RM28.72 lasted for 5 months

(bought on Shopee's L'Oreal Paris Malaysia Official Shop on July 2020) 

Where to Find It:

Watsons, Guardian, any drugstore or pharmacies near you that sells L'Oreal products

^Amazon L'Oreal Paris Official Store Refreshing type (blue) US$7.56 = RM31.46

^Amazon L'Oreal Paris Official Store Hydrating type (pink) US$12.49 = RM51.98

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^affiliated Amazon store link, which I will earn a little commission if you use the link I provided to purchase the product

*Disclaimer: All the products are purchased with my own hard-earned money and every photos are strictly owned by me. The opinions are on my own, unbiasedly & truthfully, but it could vary depending on individual. I'm not an expert in any field nor a licensed individual. Every review is based on my personal preference & for entertainment purpose only. What works for me may not work for you because skincare is personal. I have dry-combination skin (oily T-zone, dry U-zone) but it doesn't mean that you'll have the same experience as me if you have the same skin type as we have different lifestyle and living environment. Try everything at your own risk.