Garnier Water Rose Micellar Cleansing Water vs Aveeno Calm + Restore Makeup Remover Wipes

Garnier

Aveeno

A makeup remover built around AHA, for hydration and barrier repair.

A makeup remover built around Panthenol, for barrier repair and smoothing.

Makeup remover

11 ingredients

19 ingredients

Brand price

USD 11.99 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

Brand price

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Brand from France

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At a Glance

They come out differently on Silicone-free, Pore-clogger-free and Cruelty-free; those rows are shaded. Tap any answer to see why.

AHA1
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Citric Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid1
The BHA used in acne treatment.
Salicylic Acid

Vitamin E1
Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.
Tocopheryl Acetate
Panthenol (provitamin B5)1
Provitamin B5 — a humectant and soother.
Panthenol
Colloidal oatmeal1
Finely milled oat — an FDA-recognised skin protectant.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract
Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)1
Polysorbate (Tween) emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20

Hydrating2
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Glycerin, Propanediol
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Smoothing2
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Citric Acid, Salicylic Acid
Acne Fighting1
Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating3
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Dimethicone, Glycerin, Panthenol
Barrier Repair7
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Decyl Isostearate, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Isohexadecane, Isopropyl Isostearate, Panthenol
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Panthenol
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Avena Sativa Kernel Extract, Decyl Isostearate, Dimethicone, Isohexadecane, Isopropyl Isostearate

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Coco-Betaine

May Trigger Acne2
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Hexylene Glycol, Isopropyl Isostearate
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis5
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Decyl Isostearate, Isopropyl Isostearate, Polysorbate 20, Sucrose Cocoate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Hexylene Glycol, Isopropyl Isostearate

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Aqua
Solvent
0 / —
Propanediol
Viscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
- Hydrating
Rosa Damascena Flower Water
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin (in both products)
Humectant
0 / 0
- Possibly animal-derived
- Hydrating
Coco-Betaine
Cleansing
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Sodium Benzoate
Preservative
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Cleansing
Sodium Chloride
Fragrance
0-1 / —
Citric Acid
Buffering
0 / —
- AHA
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
Arginine
Skin Conditioning
0 / —

Water
Skin Conditioning
Decyl Isostearate
Emollient
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Isopropyl Isostearate
Emollient
5 / 0
- Esters listed as pore-clogging in animal testing only
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Dimethicone
Emollient
1 / 0
- Silicones
- Barrier Repair
- Hydrating
- Smoothing
Isohexadecane
Emollient
Hexylene Glycol
Cleansing
0-2 / 1
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric Glycerides
Emulsifying
Trisiloxane
Skin Conditioning
0-1 / —
- Silicones
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
0 / —
Sucrose Cocoate
Emulsifying
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
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