Bioderma's Sensibio H2O is an unfragranced, no-rinse micellar water for sensitive skin that cleanses and removes face and eye makeup on a cotton pad. The brand says its micelles are inspired by skin lipids and cites removal of 99% of makeup in a 10-person test. One blogger found it removed nearly all makeup, even waterproof mascara, without a sticky or tight feel. It is best as a first step, and saturated pads can still sting if it gets into the eyes.

Best for

Reactive or sensitive skin that dislikes rinse-off cleansers
A gentle first step to remove makeup and sunscreen
Morning cleansing or travel

What we love

Fragrance-free and formulated for sensitive skin
Removes everyday makeup with no rinsing, including waterproof mascara per a blogger
Leaves skin soft rather than sticky or tight
Sold in sizes from 100 ml to 500 ml with a pump option

Worth knowing

Can sting if a soaked pad gets into the eyes
Heavy makeup may need several pads or a follow-up cleanse
Creators test cheaper micellar waters, such as Garnier's, as dupes for it

How it scored

The breakdown.

Five factors, weighted for formulas. Here’s our working.

8.3Great

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Results30%8.2
A blogger reports a few drops on a pad removed nearly all makeup including waterproof mascara, with a second pad for residue, and the brand cites 99% makeup removal in a 10-person test.
Formula & ingredients20%8.4
A short, unfragranced micellar formula at around pH 5.5 with no added oils suits sensitive skin, though as a no-rinse product its surfactants stay on skin unless followed by a rinse.
Texture & experience15%8.3
No-rinse use is fast, Reddit users say it needs barely any friction, and a blogger found skin soft rather than sticky or tight, but it can sting if a soaked pad gets into the eyes.
Value20%8.0
The brand lists 250 ml at $14.99 and 500 ml from $20.99, while creators compare it with cheaper alternatives such as Garnier's micellar water.
Community love15%8.7
Often called the original micellar water, it has been reviewed by bloggers and YouTubers for years, is a frequent benchmark in dupe comparisons, and r/SkincareAddiction users call it the default micellar water for reactive skin.

Beauty profile

Inside the bottle.

Texture

Clear, water-thin micellar liquid used on a cotton pad, no rinsing

Format

Micellar water

Fragrance

Fragrance-free

Size

8.4 fl oz / 250 ml

How to use

Soak a cotton pad and gently cleanse or remove makeup from the face and eyes, holding it on the lids for long-wear makeup; no rinsing required.

Free from (brand-stated)

fragrance

Claims & certifications

Fragrance-free

Full ingredient list (INCI)1 ingredients · key actives highlighted · as listed by the brand

AQUA/WATER/EAU - PEG-6 CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC GLYCERIDES - FRUCTOOLIGOSACCHARIDES - MANNITOL - XYLITOL - RHAMNOSE - CUCUMIS SATIVUS (CUCUMBER) FRUIT EXTRACT - PROPYLENE GLYCOL - CETRIMONIUM BROMIDE - DISODIUM EDTA

Formulas change. Always check the packaging, and patch-test if your skin is reactive.

Official product page

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What people say

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4 verbatim quotes · 3 positive · 1 mixed

r/SkincareAddiction

Bioderma Sensibio is the one everyone defaults to for reactive skin, barely any friction needed, just a few swipes and you're done.

u/NeitherButton5482r/SkincareAddiction · 2026-106Source

r/SkincareAddiction

I enjoy the Bioderma sensibio micellar water with cotton pads (gently, no harsh rubbing) to remove makeup and sunscreen.

u/sugareerayne25r/SkincareAddiction · 2026-107Source

Makeup by Kim Porter

The micellar water, unlike other makeup removers I’ve used did not leave my skin feeling a bit sticky or tight. Alternatively, my skin was left feeling soft and clean.

Kim S.Makeup by Kim Porter · 2015-11Source

Makeup by Kim Porter

Make sure that when you’re removing makeup from around your eye area the cotton pad isn’t heavily saturated with the solution, otherwise it will get into your eyes, and they will be on fire.

Kim S.Makeup by Kim Porter · 2015-11Source

Price & value

Is it worth it?

Typical price

$14.99

for 8.4 fl oz / 250 ml

Per ounce

$1.77

DrugstoreMid-rangePrestigeLuxury

About 22% less per ounce than the typical cleansers we review. Our value score: 8.0/10 for a drugstore pick.

Price checked November 2026 at a non-Amazon retailer. Prices change — retailers show the current one.

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Community

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FAQ

Good questions.

Do I need to rinse after Bioderma Sensibio H2O?

Bioderma describes it as a no-rinse formula. A blogger who relies on it to remove makeup still recommends following with a regular cleanser most nights rather than using it alone.

Does it remove waterproof mascara?

Bioderma advises letting a soaked pad sit on the lids for long-wear or heavy makeup. A blogger reports it removed nearly all traces of waterproof mascara, with a second pad for the remaining residue.

Is it safe for sensitive eyes?

Bioderma says it is suitable for the face and eyes and is unfragranced. Reviewers still warn against using an over-saturated pad, as it can sting if it gets into the eyes.

What is the difference between Sensibio H2O and other Bioderma micellar waters?

Sensibio H2O is the version for sensitive skin. Bioderma also sells Sébium H2O for combination to oily skin and Hydrabio H2O for dehydrated skin.

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