What is micellar water?

¿Qué es el agua micelar?
Many of you ask us what exactly is micellar water for: is it a cleanser? a toner? do I apply it before or after removing my make-up? None of the above! It is much more than you imagine.

What is micellar water?

We are going to try to solve your doubts and help you to incorporate this new must have cosmetic to your daily beauty ritual. Micellesmicelles, molecular structures, are in micellar water and are fatty acids in suspension that trap grease and dirt in the pores. Having a bipolar structure, micelles emulsify and are able to dissolve compounds that are impossible for ordinary water to dissolve. The continued use of micellar water achieves, in addition to cleanse, care for and moisturize the skin. There are different types of micellar waters adapted to each skin type. It is a highly recommended product for oily and combination skin, although it can also be used by dry skin. In both cases, micellar water replaces the usual make-up removers and soap solutions.

When do I use it?

Micellar water should be part of your cleansing ritual, specifically, it should be the first step every morning and every night, regardless of whether you have applied makeup or not. As mentioned above, it is effective enough to remove all traces of makeup, even waterproof makeup. Maystar Cosmetics has just launched Antiageing Micellar Water which, in addition to all the advantages described in this post, is an excellent treatment because it incorporates proteins that prevent aging, repair, regenerate and stimulate collagen formation in the skin.