Etude House Monster Micellar Cleansing Water

Etude House Monster Micellar Cleansing Water is a lightweight, no-rinse Korean cleansing water formulated around proprietary Monster Micelle particle technology. These microscopic micellar structures act like powerful magnets, latching onto makeup, excess sebum, and deep-seated impurities and lifting them cleanly away from the skin — all without the need to rinse. The watery, residue-free texture leaves a comfortably balanced, moist finish with no dryness or tightness, making it a perfect first-step cleanser for all skin types, including sensitive and reactive skin.

This cleansing water is designed to serve as the first step of both morning & evening cleansing routines. It effectively replaces the need for a separate makeup remover, functioning as a gentle yet thorough first cleanse that eliminates face makeup, eye makeup, and lip color before proceeding to a second cleanse with a foam or gel cleanser. It can also be used as a standalone quick cleanse on minimal-makeup or no-makeup days. Simply soak a cotton pad and wipe — no water, no rinsing, no effort required.

At the core of this formula is Etude’s exclusive Green Power Complex — a botanical trio of Camellia Sinensis (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, and Phyllostachys Bambusoides Juice. Green Tea delivers rich antioxidants that protect skin from environmental damage and reduce inflammation post-cleanse. Aloe Vera soothes, hydrates, and calms the skin barrier, preventing the stripped feeling common in traditional makeup removers. Bamboo Juice refreshes and re-energizes tired, dull skin while providing lightweight moisture. Glycerin acts as a humectant to maintain skin hydration throughout cleansing, while Zinc Gluconate & Magnesium Aspartate provide mineral-based skin-balancing benefits. The formula follows a 9-Free system — free from parabens, mineral oil, sulfates, silicone oil, artificial fragrance, artificial colorants, TEA, polyacrylamide, and animal-derived ingredients.

* No-Rinse Micellar Cleansing — Monster Micelle particles dissolve and lift all types of makeup, dirt, and impurities without any need to rinse
* Green Power Complex — Green Tea, Aloe Vera & Bamboo Juice soothe, hydrate, and energize skin throughout the cleansing process
* Eye & Lip Safe — Gentle enough for use on the sensitive eye and lip areas to remove point makeup effectively without stinging
* Moist, Balanced Finish — Leaves skin feeling clean and comfortably hydrated with no residual tightness, greasiness, or dry feeling
* 9-Free Clean Formula — Free from parabens, sulfates, silicone, mineral oil, artificial fragrance & more — safe even for sensitive skin
* Daily Use Friendly — Low-pH, mild formula suitable for both morning freshen-up and full evening makeup removal routines

How to Use: Pump or pour a sufficient amount of the cleansing water onto a cotton pad until fully soaked. Starting from the center of the face, gently wipe outward in the direction of the skin’s texture to remove impurities and face makeup. For point makeup on eyes and lips, press the soaked cotton pad gently against the closed eye or lip area and hold for 5–10 seconds before wiping cleanly. No rinsing is required. Follow with toner or proceed to a second cleanse if wearing heavy or waterproof makeup.