Bioderma Sébium H2O for mature skin
Zinc Gluconate
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Peg-6 Caprylic Capric Glycerides
Fluidactiv Patent
Mannitol
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- AverageNormal Skin Fit
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- Low RiskSafety
Works for mature skin; other products fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with mature skin: fine lines, wrinkles, and loss of firmness. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate suitability for your normal skin due to zinc gluconate and copper sulfate providing mild astringent and seboregulating effects, but it lacks sufficient emollient ingredients for optimal hydration.
- While it provides excellent pore cleansing for oily skin with these ingredients, it does not offer specialized ingredients to target your wrinkles and fine lines.
- The product is generally safe for your normal skin, with a low risk of irritation from citric acid.
How to apply
- Use your micellar water as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using it daily as your skin easily tolerates it.
- Apply this micellar water after your pre-cleanser and before your main cleanser.
- Gently press a soaked cotton pad onto your skin, avoiding any harsh rubbing.
- Apply the micellar water on completely dry skin to effectively remove makeup and dirt.
- Be sure to avoid the sensitive eye area and do a patch test before your first use.
People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 800+ reviewsUsers with combination, oily, and acne-prone skin highly recommend this micellar water for its ability to effectively remove makeup and excess sebum without stripping the moisture barrier. Many reviewers note that it helps regulate oil production and prevents breakouts, leaving the skin feeling fresh and balanced rather than tight or dry.
Highlights
Effective oil control Mostly Mentioned
- “Helps control excess oil”
- “keeps my T-zone matte”
- “regulates sebum well”
Gentle and non-stripping Often Mentioned
- “Skin feels clean but not tight”
- “doesn't strip my skin”
- “gentle enough for daily use”
Thorough cleansing Often Mentioned
- “Removes sunscreen effortlessly”
- “takes off all foundation”
- “leaves no residue”
Helps clear acne Sometimes Noted
- “Helps with my millia”
- “keeps breakouts at bay”
- “clears clogged pores”
Price point Sometimes Noted
- “Price is a little steep”
- “expensive for a water”
- “good but pricey”
Waterproof makeup removal Sometimes Noted
- “Won't budge waterproof mascara”
- “struggles with heavy eye makeup”
- “need a separate eye remover”
Contains fragrance Rarely Noted
- “Has a cucumber scent”
- “wish it was fragrance-free”
- “smell is a bit strong”
Slightly drying Rarely Noted
- “Left my cheeks dry”
- “a bit drying in winter”
- “better for summer use”
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Questions and answers
How well does Bioderma Sébium H2O work for mature skin?
Bioderma Sébium H2O works moderately well for mature skin because its zinc gluconate and copper sulfate provide mild astringent and seboregulating effects, though it lacks sufficient emollient ingredients for optimal hydration and does not target wrinkles and fine lines. A product of this type needs hydrating and soothing ingredients, nourishing oils, and gentle cleansing agents to keep mature skin feeling soft and smooth.
Which ingredients make this cleanser a good fit for mature skin?
Zinc Gluconate and copper sulfate make this cleanser work for mature skin by keeping oil balanced and pores clean. Because it lacks moisturizing ingredients and smoothing agents for fine lines, a cleanser for this skin needs nourishing oils and hydrating ingredients to keep the skin soft and smooth.
What does Zinc Gluconate do for mature skin?
Zinc gluconate helps support skin renewal, wound healing, and inflammation reduction for mature skin. It is physiologically crucial for these processes when supplemented externally.
What does Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract do for mature skin?
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract helps mature skin by smoothing out wrinkles and making the face feel softer and firmer. It also boosts moisture and helps protect your skin barrier.
Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2023International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2010
Where does this cleanser go in a skincare routine for mature skin?
This micellar water is used in the evening as a makeup remover before your cleanser, or as a weekly makeup remover. A mature skincare routine needs rich moisturizing ingredients and firming actives to smooth fine lines.
Can I use this cleanser with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this micellar water in the evening before your retinol treatment. Because it lacks sufficient moisture for mature skin, a product of this type needs extra hydrating ingredients like ceramides to keep skin soft and comfortable.
How often should I use this cleanser?
You can use this micellar water daily as part of your makeup removal or cleansing routine, though a product for mature skin also needs richer moisturizing ingredients to keep the face soft and smooth.
Can this cleanser clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for mature skin?
This micellar water is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on mature skin, as it cleanses pores well without heavy oils. However, because it lacks rich moisturizing ingredients, a mature skin type needs extra hydration and smoothing ingredients to keep the skin soft and comfortable.
Is this cleanser fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
It has no drying alcohol and contains fragrance (parfum).
What the research says
A dermocosmetic cream containing Punica granatum Pericarp extract, Salicylic acid, Niacinamide, Zinc gluconate, and Aqua Posae Filiformis significantly decreased inflammatory, non-inflammatory, and total lesion counts in subjects with mild to moderate acne compared to untreated hemi-faces after 15 days.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026Daily use of a deep cleansing gel containing salicylic acid 2%, zinc gluconate 0.2% and lipohydroxy acid 0.05% significantly reduced total lesion count by 56.3% after 84 days in 35 subjects with mild to moderate truncal acne.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2023Different strains of Propionibacterium acnes modulate cutaneous innate immunity with varying pro-inflammatory potentials, with P. acnes type III showing the highest and P. avidum the weakest, and zinc gluconate down-regulates the expression of most induced immune markers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2013Topical application of a 2% cream containing combined fruit extracts for 56 days significantly reduced wrinkle depth by 11.5%, length by 10.07%, and area by 29.55% in 21 female subjects compared to a placebo.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015A dermocosmetic containing bakuchiol, Ginkgo biloba extract, and mannitol improves inflammatory lesions, Investigator Global Assessment, and seborrhea intensity when added to adapalene 0.1% gel in patients with acne vulgaris.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2015Topical application of Ginkgo biloba cream for two weeks reduced wrinkles and improved skin shape, texture, and tautness in human volunteers compared to baseline.
Drug Development and Industrial Pharmacy, 2023Combining ectoine and mannitol with UV filters significantly improved protection of squalene oxidation, catalase activity, and trans-UCA compared to UV filters alone in 10 subjects on irradiated areas.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024Topical mannitol cream reduced self-reported pain scores compared to a control cream in 25 adults with capsaicin-induced lip pain.
PM & R, 2015A hyaluronic acid dermal filler containing mannitol improved nasolabial folds in 61% to 89% of Middle Eastern participants through 24 weeks, significantly decreasing wrinkle area and volume compared with baseline.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2025
Why other products fit mature skin better
Transgenic cucumber expressing poly-γ-glutamic acid synthesis genes increased water content by 6-14%, reduced water loss by 11-12%, decreased facial wrinkles and roughness by 19.58% and 24.97%, decreased skin melanin by 5.27%, and improved facial elasticity in human skin and zebrafish compared to controls.
International Journal of Biological Macromolecules, 2024Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022
Ingredients
Water, Peg-6 Caprylic Capric Glycerides, Sodium Citrate, Zinc Gluconate, Copper Sulfate, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Mannitol, Xylitol, Rhamnose, Fructooligosaccharides, Propylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Disodium Edta, Cetrimonium Bromide, Parfum
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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