Continued use of Micellar Water will not only dry your skin but it will cause premature ageing. The chemicals within it gradually strip away the nutrients and the natural oils that sit on your skin, that would normally keep it hydrated and protected.

'Micellar waters can be bad news for people with congested skin that's prone to breakouts,' advises Kerr. 'This is because the ingredients used in micellar waters leave a surface residue on the skin which can act like a film, blocking pores and disrupting oil production.

Using the product to take off your makeup is quick, easy and gentle because of the natural ingredients found in the water. Unlike traditional makeup removers or wipes that contain alcohol and can leave the skin feeling dry, Micellar Water works on the principle that oil attracts oil.

The Garnier Micellar Cleansing Water with Vitamin C works for all skin types. It effectively cleanses, removes makeup, and brightens skin.

Just as with face wipes, using micellar water leaves you with an incomplete cleanse and a residue, like a semi-oily film, on the skin. So not only will you clog your pores, but any serums or moisturisers will not penetrate properly.

As micellar water is gentle on the skin and doesn't strip away a lot of oil, it's a good option for all skin types. “If you have neutral skin to dry skin, it's definitely great,” says Dr. Vij. “And if you have rosacea, atopic dermatitis or allergic contact dermatitis, it's great for you as well.”

Q: Can I Use Micellar Water Even Without Makeup? A: Yes. Though micellar water is very effective at removing makeup, it is also formulated to gently lift impurities and excess oil from your skin. It is also a cleansing water for everyday use, even if you don't use makeup.

Micelles attract dirt which is lodged in your pores and removes it, like a cleansing magnet. Micellar water is perfect for oily skin as it's a very gentle way of cleansing, which does not irritate the skin whilst simultaneously removing sebum from the surface of the skin.

Micellar water is a gentle skin cleanser that contains micelles, tiny clusters of molecules. The micelles bind to oil, removing makeup and debris, while also hydrating the skin. Micellar water offers people a way to cleanse the skin without washing or scrubbing the face.

The Problems with Using Micellar Waters Skin needs deep effective cleansing, and this is where problems can arise as harsh cleansing ingredients are effective at cleansing skin, but they can strip skin, throw it off balance and cause irritation.

It brings out a brighter glow As micelles capture and lift away residue like a magnet, vitamin C removes dullness for instantly brighter skin. It's non-sticky and non-oily, so it's effective for acne-prone skin. Plus, without alcohol or added fragrance, it's perfect for sensitive skin, too.

The Garnier Bright Complete Vitamin C Serum Cream with SPF 40/PA +++ is the perfect daytime skin brightening cream.