Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water is a mild cleansing water with micellar water that effectively removes makeup and impurities while leaving the skin well-moisturised.
I purchased Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water Duo, a travel exclusive set of 2 bottles during a promotion from IShopChangi last year. It was a pretty good deal with free gifts and free delivery ( above $59 ) as well as a chance for me to try out a new product.
My favourite micellar water has always been Bioderma Sensibio H20 Micelle Solution but every now and then, I like to try out new products so when I chanced upon Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water online, I knew I have to get it.
I have a soft spot for Sulwhasoo and have tried several products from the brand - you can check out the various Sulwhasoo products' reviews on my blog.
Hailing from Korea, Sulwhasoo formulates innovative skin science by infusing wisdom with modern science for ageless beauty with healthy radiance hence its tagline is Timeless Wisdom, Ageless Beauty.
This prestige beauty brand, focused on hanbang ingredients indigenous to Korea, is as highly respected in its native land as it is abroad. Sulwhasoo founder, Suh Sung-whan came to appreciate the power of traditional Korean herbs so he started to work with Kyunghee University of Oriental Medicine to blend traditional Korean medicinal herbs and methods with science-backed research and founded Sulwhasoo in 1966. All of Sulwhasoo’s ingredients are meticulously cultivated in AmorePacific’s herb farm, from the saponin-rich ginseng to white lily to East Indian lotus.
You can read about its history on their website.
Packaging, Scent and Texture
Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water comes in a 200ml size with a separate pump dispenser enclosed in the box. It has a minimalistic clean vibe and looked so pretty on my bathroom vanity shelf. The contents are clear in colour and runny in texture with a subtle scent.
How To Use :
Performance and Ingredients
Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water harmonises water-soluble components and stabilised oil-soluble components to offer a light yet thorough cleansing. Triple Micellar Technology provides the optimal skin cleansing effect while the oil-soluble components completely remove makeup by gently melting light and heavy make-up. Hydra Capture Complex™ keeps the skin richly hydrated and provides moisture during cleansing, keeping skin hydrated without feeling tight.
This one-step cleansing water is easy and convenient for usage. The pump dispenser has a locking mechanism ( turn left or right ) so you can "lock" it after every usage to prevent accidental depression which was quite a thoughtful gesture.
Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water is, as its name implies - gentle and effective. It cleanses off my sunscreen and makeup well and leaving my skin feeling soft, clean, fresh and smooth. More effort is required to cleanse off eye makeup, including mascara and a cotton bud is needed to clear the eyeliner and mascara remnants.
However, as noted, it does contain fragrances so it may not be the best fit for everyone.
In terms of ingredients, it contains the following...
Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract : Also known as Job's Tears or Pearl Barley, the ingredient is high in Vitamin B3, also known as Niacin, which is known to help brighten skin and evens out the complexion. It’s also rich in peptides which helps firm the skin and prevents signs of aging.
Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract : A skin-brightening or whitening agent used to brighten, moisturize and revitalize dull complexions, keeping skin looking fresh and smooth. In-vitro (made in test tubes) and animal studies both show promising results for inhibiting tyrosinase, the famous enzyme regulating melanin production. It also contains antioxidant components such as carotenoids, coumarins, limonoids, and flavonoids that might be useful for the skin to protect itself from UV caused damages.
You can read about the breakdown of ingredients on Incidecoder.
Water / Aqua / Eau, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Glycereth-26,1,2-Hexanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Diisostearate, Fragrance / Parfum, Disodium Edta, Ethylhexylglycerin, Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed Extract, Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract, Castanea Crenata (Chestnut) Shell Extract, Potassiumhydroxide, Acetic Acid, Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Extract, Spirodela Polyrrhiza Extract, Tocopherol, Phyllostachis Bambusoides Juice
Where To Purchase : Amazon | Shopee | Sulwhasoo US
Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Foam ( Shopee )
Conclusion
To conclude, Sulwhasoo Gentle Cleansing Water is a gentle and effective makeup remover. It left my skin clean, smooth, fresh and soft however it contains fragrance so it may not be for every one. That said, Bioderma Sensibio H20 Micelle Solution would still be my holy grail micellar water since it is suitable for most skin types, including sensitive skin.
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