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Cleanser / Surfactant

Poloxamer 188

Often labeled as: Micellar Water Base

The magic behind premium micellar waters.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A highly specialized, water-soluble triblock copolymer. It forms the "micelles" that act like magnets to instantly capture makeup, oil, and dirt without stinging the eyes or disrupting the barrier.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Removes heavy makeup effortlessly while leaving the skin feeling soft and conditioned.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

The core ingredient in famous French pharmacy micellar waters.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It must be washed off immediately.

The Science

It is designed to be gentle enough to be left on the skin, though rinsing is still best practice.