To start off, we all know how wonderful Bioderma's product is. If you'd like to see my in-depth review, it's available here. Basically, Bioderma H2O - both the Sensibo and Sebium versions (made for sensitive and oily skin, respectively) - are excellent at what they claim to do.
L'Oreal's Sublime Soft Gentle Micellar Solution is meant to be more of a dupe for the Sensibo version of Bioderma, one for sensitive skin. However, I've used both micellar solutions from Bioderma, and they're definitely not drastically different. So, I think it's fair to compare L'Oreal's version for sensitive skin with Bioderma's version for oily skin.
Bioderma H20 works excellently as a makeup remover, even on stubborn makeup. It's also great for quick cleansing when you don't have time for a gel or foam cleanser, but don't want to use a harsh toner. It feels like water on your skin, and it's very light, fresh, and gentle. It's a great option to use as a makeup remover because you're not getting the heavy additives, large amounts of oil, parabens, and drying ingredients that can sometimes be found in other removers.
I've been using Bioderma's version for over 8 months, and I've been consistently impressed. That said, I just had to give L'Oreal's version a shot, as it's much more readily available and $12 cheaper. But, it definitely had to perform well to even be close to Bioderma in my mind - and I wasn't prepared to pay less if that meant less quality.
L'Oreal Sublime Soft Gentle Micellar Solution
Right off the bat, L'Oreal has many things going for it. It's more readily available across North America, and it has a significantly lower cost than Bioderma. Still, the formula had to measure up as well! It's designed for dry or sensitive skin, and it's meant to remove makeup and soothe skin, with no rubbing or rinsing. Just like Bioderma's version, it's hypoallergenic and fragrance-free, a must for many people. I have to say how impressed I am with this product! After swapping it with Bioderma for just a week, I didn't even notice a change. It has the same light, water-like consistency, and it works extremely well at removing makeup when applied to a cotton round. It takes off everything, from mascara to heavy foundation. And just as it promises, it's non-irritating, fresh, and soothing.
In my honest opinion, there is very little difference between Bioderma's micellar solution and L'Oreal's new offering. Both are excellent at removing makeup without irritating or hurting skin. Both are excellent at cleansing skin quickly in a pinch. The only real difference I noticed was that L'Oreal's version has significantly fewer ingredients than Bioderma H2O, which leads me to believe that it's possibly even more pure and less drying. In my experience with skincare products, less ingredients usually means less preservatives and additives.
I highly recommend both products, as they've both worked extremely well and did exactly what they claimed to do. I think I'll buy L'Oreal's version more often from now on, just because it's nearly identical to Bioderma's version, but way easier to find! If you haven't been able to get your hands on Bioderma H2O, definitely check out the L'Oreal micellar solution.
In conclusion, I really believe that L'Oreal's version can be a great dupe for the beloved Bioderma classic.
Which product will you opt for? Let me know in the comments!
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