Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 for oily acne-prone skin

Based on a very large amount of data, this micellar water is highly regarded by users with sensitive, oily, and acne-prone skin for its gentle cleansing and effective daily makeup removal without causing irritation. It leaves skin feeling refreshed and matte. Some users with very dry skin or those removing heavy, waterproof makeup noted it could be slightly drying or require more effort.

Highlights

• +Effective makeup removal Mostly Mentioned

  • “It removes the products with ease, and is great for a first cleanse.”
  • “It is an amazing make up remover and it cleans your skin very well.”
  • “I can immediately see how it wipes the makeup right off.”
  • “Takes off makeup great and doesn't make me break out.”
• +Gentle on skin Mostly Mentioned

  • “It's a gentle product that even sensitive skins can use.”
  • “Cleans your face lightly and smoothly without overdrying.”
  • “It's light on your skin, no need to rinse.”
  • “Leaves my skin feeling non-irritated and mildly silky.”
• +No greasy residue Often Mentioned

  • “Leaves your skin clean, mattified, and refreshed with no residue.”
  • “Doesn't leave an oily residue on my face at all.”
  • “Not weirdly sticky/filmy.”
  • “Leaves skin perfectly clean with no greasy residue.”
• +Unscented formula Sometimes Noted

  • “It's also unscented, which is always a plus for me!”
  • “It doesn't really have a specific smell, it's really clean and fresh.”
  • “Has little to no noticeable scent.”
  • “Fragrance-free and does not leave any residue.”
• –Struggles with heavy makeup Sometimes Noted

  • “It can't quite cut through a full face of makeup.”
  • “Doesn't remove waterproof mascara easily without rubbing.”
  • “Struggles with long-lasting 10-12 hr wear foundations.”
  • “Had to use several pads for heavy eye makeup.”
• –Can be drying Rarely Noted

  • “Can be drying for very dry skin.”
  • “Made my skin feel a bit tight after using it.”
  • “Not hydrating enough for my dry patches.”
  • “Left my face feeling a little stripped.”
• –Causes eye irritation Rarely Noted

  • “My eyelashes were thinning and I was getting consistent eye infections.”
  • “My eye lids became really sensitive to the touch.”
  • “Stings my eyes a little bit if I use too much.”
  • “Caused some redness around my eye area.”
• –Product contamination Rarely Noted

  • “My bottle began 'growing' little white flaky colonies of floaters.”
  • “Contamination seems to have occurred.”
  • “Noticed some weird white stuff floating in the bottle.”
  • “Saw some strange particles in the water.”

Sources: lovi.care, ulta.com, walmart.com, target.com, garnierusa.com, iherb.com, and more