I completely forgot to include the Micellar Cleansing Water from Sukin within my Current Beauty Favourites: a huge oversight, because I actually use this quite regularly. I use micellars in general quite regularly, thinking about it, whether it’s to remove a little bit of my makeup pre-cleansing, as in with a balm or oil or cream, in order to have a very speedy once-over in the morning when I’m running lacking time. A micellar cleanser is a water with tiny droplets of oily cleanser suspended inside it, just in case you were wondering; the oil attracts the dirt and then it’s all wiped away, which isn’t as ideal a scenario – in my opinion – as breaking down the dirt with oils and then rinsing away, but it’s convenient if you’re not near flowing water. Or short of time.
So I definitely don’t think that a micellar water can (or should) replace an effective cleanse, one with a washcloth and tepid to warm water, but it’s bloody useful when you’ve only got thirty seconds to do your entire beauty routine! They are able to also be nice and gentle as a final “clean sweep” over your skin once you’ve done a proper wash – if you’re not in the bath and are trying to be careful with your face-splashing then sometimes bits get missed, I find, especially around the hairline and under the chin…
Anyway, the one from Australian natural splendor brand Sukin is lovely and soothing, but surprisingly deft at cutting through makeup. Even a mild bit of eye makeup, so long as it’s nothing too rubbery or claggy. It has cucumber, aloe vera and chamomile and has a very refreshing feel, but doesn’t leave skin dry or tight. I’ve been really impressed and put it to the ultimate test the other day: I made it the “Duty Cleanser” during certainly one of my crazy makeup-trying-on sessions. Four foundations and nine lipstick changes later… No soreness whatsoever and I didn’t have to rub inside my face like a woman possessed.
You will find the Sukin Micellar Cleansing Water at Boots here* – it’s lb7.95. Sukin seems to be quite a lovely brand – their tagline is Beauty Shouldn’t Cost The Earth, and they're vegan and 100% carbon neutral. I've got a few more bits to try, so I’ll help you stay updated.
