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Bioderma

Sensibio H2O Micellar Water

74 /100
cleanser 500ml ~12EUR FR
Fragrance-free Dermatologist-tested

The original micellar water that started the trend. Formulated to mimic the skin's natural composition. Extremely gentle cleansing with no need to rinse. The go-to for sensitive, reactive skin.

Score breakdown

C

Efficacy

A

Safety

A

Comedogenicity

B

Transparency

A

Skin-type fit

Strengths

  • Extremely gentle, no-rinse formula
  • D.A.F. complex for sensitive skin
  • No fragrance, no alcohol
  • Excellent first step cleanser

Weaknesses

  • Low efficacy (no active ingredients)
  • Contains PEGs and cetrimonium bromide
  • Not sufficient as sole cleanser for makeup

Full ingredient list

1 B
2 ?
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
3 ?
Fructooligosaccharides
4 ?
Mannitol
5 ?
Xylitol
6 ?
Rhamnose
7 ?
Cucumis Sativus Fruit Extract
8 ?
Propylene Glycol
9 ?
Disodium EDTA
10 ?
Cetrimonium Bromide

Best for

sensitive skindry skinnormal skin sensitivity

Our full review

The micellar water that started a revolution. Before Sensibio H2O, removing makeup required harsh toners. Bioderma used micelles to dissolve makeup without rubbing, rinsing, or irritation. #1 selling product in French pharmacies. Backstage must-have at Fashion Week. No fragrance, no alcohol, no soap. The D.A.F. patent mimics your skin's natural composition. It cannot irritate. Limitation: no active ingredients. It removes stuff, it doesn't treat anything.

How to use

Soak cotton pad, PRESS (don't rub) on closed eyes 10 seconds. Sweep gently across face. No rinse needed. First step of double cleansing.

Who is it for?

Best for: sensitive skin, makeup removal, post-procedure, babies. Less ideal for: heavy waterproof makeup alone.

What to expect

Instant clean skin without tightness. It's a cleanser, not a treatment.

Common mistakes

1. Rubbing instead of pressing. 2. Expecting it to remove heavy waterproof mascara alone. 3. Comparing to Garnier (Bioderma has no fragrance or PHMB).

FAQ

Bioderma vs Garnier Micellar?
Bioderma B (74), Garnier C (62). Garnier has fragrance + PHMB (EU-restricted). Bioderma has neither. For sensitive skin, always Bioderma.

How it compares

Bioderma Sensibio H2O Micellar Water vs Garnier Micellar

Bioderma B vs Garnier C. No fragrance vs fragrance. No PHMB vs PHMB. Bioderma costs 2x more but is genuinely gentler.

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