Explanation of Ingredients in Simple Cleansing Water Formula

Subject: Re: Cleansing Water Formulation

Hello,

Regarding the simplified Cleansing Water formula proposed by the staff:

• Water (84%): This is the base of the formula. It provides the liquid medium and contributes to the cooling sensation you feel upon application due to evaporation.
• MakeUp-Wash (15%) - PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides: This is the key ingredient for cleansing. It's a mild, non-ionic surfactant commonly used in micellar waters. It works by forming micelles that capture and lift away makeup, oil, and impurities from the skin. This ingredient is effective at removing makeup easily and is known for being gentle and non-drying, which aligns with your experience.
• Phenoxyethanol SA (1%) - Optiphen Plus: This is a broad-spectrum preservative blend. It's essential to prevent the growth of bacteria, mold, and yeast in the water-based formula, ensuring the product remains safe to use. It does not contribute to the cleansing or skin feel properties.

Based on these ingredients, this simplified formula should indeed provide the core properties you liked in the original product:

• Effective Makeup Removal: The PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides is designed for this purpose.
• Non-Drying: This surfactant is generally considered mild.
• Cooling Feel: The water base provides this sensation.

As you noted with the original product, stubborn makeup like eyeliner might still require a bit more effort or a dedicated eye makeup remover, as this is a common characteristic of simple micellar water formulations compared to oil-based removers.

This simplified formula is a good starting point if you want to make a basic cleansing water with fewer ingredients while retaining the main benefits.