I must thank my favorite makeup artist, Lisa Eldridge for introducing me to Bioderma Sensibio H20. She mentioned in a video a few years back that this was her HG product to remove makeup and that made me sit up and take notice. Bioderma at that time was not available in India so I waited for my trip to Paris to get hold of this wonder product. I went crazy at a French pharmacy and bought two huge 500 ml bottles that lasted me pretty much the entire second half of 2014. Now that Bioderma is officially available in India (Nykaa, Wellness Forever and Noble Chemist), it is time I do a review.
First, let’s start by explaining what exactly is Micellar water and why is it good for the skin.
Originating in France, micellar water gained its name because of the micelles oil molecules in its water-like formula of ingredients. When applied to the skin, these molecules latch onto the dirt, make-up and other impurities sitting on your skin, removing them in an effective and gentle matter. They feel – and look – like a toner, but excel at cleansing the skin, while also leaving it feeling soft and hydrated. There’s no need to rinse after using micellar water, making it a skin-loving version of the traditional face wipe.
And here’s a bit of information about Bioderma Sensibio H20:
- It effectively removes water based make up without being harsh on the skin. The soap free cleanser is suitable for all skin types as it maintains skin’s natural ph level. Give your skin the beauty sleep it requires!
- Fragrance free formula
- Alcohol free fomula
- High on ph formula maintains skin natural moisture level.
- Formulated for sensitive skin hence prevents irritation.
- Sensibio H2O guarantees excellent cutaneous and ocular tolerance (tested under ophthalmological supervision).
Ingredients – Water (Aqua), Peg-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Propylene Glycol, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Mannitol, Xylitol, Rhamnose, Fructooligosaccharides, Disodium Edta, Cetrimonium Bromide.
How to use product
Soak a cotton pad Sensibio H2O and cleanse the face and eyes and/or remove any make-up. Repeat the application until the cotton pad remains clean. Rinsing the face isn’t required, though gentle pat drying will be ideal.
What I think of the Bioderma Sensibio H20?
- It comes in a clear plastic bottle with a pink flip top cap. The packaging is sturdy and there is no chance of leaking or spillage
- It is an ultra-mild liquid makeup remover and cleanser that is excellent for any skin type specially for sensitive skin
- The fragrance is very light and the product is extremely gentle on the skin which is what I love the most. The water really feels like water!
- I have tried the cleanser with both heavy and light makeup and it does a great job with both. Heavy makeup obviously requires more cotton pads but it does take everything off. However, when it comes to eye makeup, the product struggles with waterproof kohl/liner and mascara. To make matters slightly easy, keep a cotton pad soaked with this on the eye for a minute or so and then wipe off the makeup. Waterproof mascara will still not come off completely though
- After the makeup is wiped off, it does not leave any sticky residue on the skin so you don’t have to bother about washing your face. This was the only product I used last winter to clean my face at night – no face wash, nothing. There were no pimples, no breakouts, my skin did not feel dry and it behaved really well
- If you use this, you can ditch makeup remover wipes. The 100 ml bottle is perfect for travel. All you need are some cotton pads.
Do I recommend the product?
Yes, your skin will love it. Only thing is that it does not remove waterproof eye makeup that well.
Bioderma Sensibio H2O is available in two sizes in India. 100 ml is priced at Rs 599 and 250 ml is priced at Rs 860. In Kolkata, it is available in select stores in New Market.
PR Sample
Shailey Rai says
Hey Dolon, thanks for the review.. I really love Bioderma… My dermat suggested me this product for my acne prone skin and it working a miracle… 🙂
Dolon says
I like it too 🙂
Marjolein Kucmer says
Never tried it before,, I should have. I hear it’s epic 🙂 I never wear waterproof makeup so I think it will be fine 😀
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Dolon says
You will love it then!
Swathi says
I have a used a sample of it and liked it. I need to get full size soon, its good for less makeup days 🙂
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Dolon says
Absolutely. Specially for summer
rachna says
i love this when i wear less amekup…for full on makeup days…i have to use so many cotton pads with this which i found quite a task…
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Dolon says
Ya that can be painful 🙁