Micellar water for oily skin

Oily skin has its own characteristics. They are manifested by increased activity of the sebaceous glands, enlarged pores, a tendency to shine and rashes. Because of this, proper cleansing plays a very important role. No less than facial care in general. In this regard, we share tips on using such a makeup remover as micellar water. We tell you what to pay attention to before buying and after purchasing, so that cleansing brings the best possible result.

Why oily skin needs special cleansing

The sebaceous glands on oily skin work more actively, so during the day not only dust but also excess sebum accumulates on the surface. Micellar water for oily skin, which you can buy right here, is designed to delicately dissolve these impurities without overdrying.

The micelle molecules in the product act like a magnet. They:

• attract particles of makeup, creams and fat;
• envelop them and lift them from the surface of the skin.

Thanks to this principle, cleansing occurs without aggressive rubbing with a cotton pad, which is important in case of redness or irritation. At the same time, the composition supports the hydrolipidic film (a thin protective barrier that retains moisture and protects against external irritants). If this barrier is broken, the skin often reacts with even greater oiliness as a compensatory reaction.

Another nuance that is often forgotten: an unsuccessfully selected makeup remover can increase the work of the sebaceous glands. For example, alcohol-containing lotions dry out the upper layer of the epidermis, and in response the skin begins to produce even more sebum. That is why buying something that does not contain essential oils, fragrances and silicones is the only true functional requirement for problem skin.

It is according to this principle that micellar water for oily problem skin in the Hillary Cosmetics line was created.

Active ingredients of micellar water for oily skin: what you should know about the composition

The effectiveness of the product is determined not by the advertising slogan, but by the specific ingredients in the composition. Let's analyze which components are most often found in formats that can be purchased for oily skin, and what each of them is responsible for.

Other gentle facial care products, as well as products with niacinamide, are built on a similar principle, which are often used in a comprehensive routine together with micellar water for oily skin.

How to use micellar water for oily skin for maximum benefit

Even if you buy a quality product, it will not work fully if you use the wrong application technique. Here is the sequence of actions that you should follow.

1. Apply a sufficient amount of the product to a cotton pad.
2. Walk in circular motions over your face, removing makeup and dirt.
3. Apply the soaked pad to your closed eyelid for 15-20 seconds to remove eye makeup.
4. After the procedure, wash with warm water and continue your usual care steps.

An important nuance: micelles bind small particles of fat, but do not always completely remove them from the surface. Therefore, additional washing with water and foam or gel is not an unnecessary step, but a necessary part of the procedure for oily skin. If you leave the product without washing it off, small particles of dirt in combination with micelles can provoke new rashes. After cleansing, you can move on to facial toner or facial gel, depending on which moisturizing format you have chosen.

Before applying powder or other products, the skin must be completely cleansed and dry, otherwise the cosmetics will lie unevenly. In the morning, instead of completely removing makeup, it is enough to refresh the skin with facial foam, leaving micellar water for evening makeup removal.