The best facial milk of 2022

Like all cleansers, milk has 3 important tasks:

• wash off everyday pollution: city dust, sebum secretions;
• clean the face of make-up;
• maintain/replenish the lipid barrier, provide nutrition.

В отличие от «умывашек», молочко для лица больше похоже на крем — у него такая же текстура. Его можно даже оставлять на коже, правда, если об этом отдельно упомянул производитель. В составе обязательно присутствуют питательные компоненты: витамины, небольшой процент кислот для качественного очищения, эфирные масла. Косметологи рекомендуют средство обладательницам сухой, раздраженной кожи. Однако при определенном составе оно подойдет даже жирному типу.

Together with an expert, we have prepared a rating of the best products of 2022, and we talk about the pros and cons of each facial milk in our selection.

Editor’s Choice

Missha Super Aqua Fresh Cleansing Milk

Korean facial cleansing milk from the Missha brand is a favorite of many girls. It deeply and gently cleanses the skin, improves elasticity, moisturizes. It has a pleasant aroma and light texture. Absorbed in just a couple of minutes. The girls also noticed that the product does not leave a greasy sheen.

With the removal of make-up, both everyday and “on the way out”, the milk does an excellent job. It can also be used for care – for example¸ instead of a night cream. In the morning, the skin will be nourished and rested.

Advantages and disadvantages

Top 10 rating according to KP

1. Hydrabio Milk by Bioderma

This milk is suitable for cleansing dry skin. If she is dehydrated, needs nutrition, then this remedy is for you. It will easily clean your face from cosmetics (even the most resistant), city dust. The texture of the milk is very light, the smell is pleasant. You can use cotton pads, or just spread the milk with your hands, and then rinse. The girls noted that the product does not dry the skin, does not tighten it, removes even waterproof makeup, and is used sparingly. Suitable for sensitive skin – after use, there is no redness, burning, irritation.

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2. Vitex Aloe Vera

Another inexpensive milk from the Belarusian brand Vitex is intended for all skin types. Due to parabens, the product foams, it is stored for a long time. However, such a “neighborhood” does not forgive the skin, if there are problems with the sebaceous glands, be careful – after washing, a sticky film may remain, it must be removed before complete cleansing.

Many complain of a feeling of tingling in the eyes; with allergies, it is better to choose a softer composition. But there are also good components – this is aloe vera, the extract soothes the delicate skin of the eyelids after washing, gives a feeling of coolness. And xanthan gum disinfects, prevents the appearance of black dots, especially in hot weather.

The product is in a bottle, you will have to get used to the volume squeezed out – due to the wide opening, excess may remain on the cotton pad. Sealed lid prevents drying out.

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3. Kora cleansing milk

Thanks to a convenient jar with a dispenser, Kora Cleansing Milk is easy to squeeze out, there will be no excess on a cotton pad. The composition contains olive and coconut oils – they gently remove impurities, while not disturbing the hydro-lipid balance of the skin.

The manufacturer recommends the product for all skin types, even classifying it as a pharmacy product. It does not contain alcohol and sulfates, we recommend using this milk even for sensitive, allergy-prone skin. However, there is a downside to the coin: with strong makeup, it is a problem to remove it the first time. The tool is so soft that it “does not take” aggressive dyes of an eyebrow pencil or mascara.

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4. Natura Siberica Facial Milk

This milk from Natura Siberica is designed specifically for dry skin. The combination of lungwort and apricot oil neutralizes irritations, arnica extract treats peeling and normalizes balance. It does not contain parabens/sulfates, so it can be easily applied to the thin skin of the eyelids without the risk of causing a feeling of tightness.

But there is xanthan gum – it perfectly “washes” impurities from the pores and prevents the appearance of acne. Alcohol based product! Therefore, before buying, we recommend asking your beautician for advice – the combination of alcohol and dry skin may not be very successful.

Молочко разлито по компактным бутылочкам с кнопкой-дозатором, можно брать с собой в поездку. Хотя здесь все индивидуально, многие жалуются как раз на кнопку-дозатор, считая ее неудобной. Благодаря множеству травяных настоев есть особенный запах (как и у всей Natura Siberica).

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5. Nivea Nutrition and care

The most popular brand of skin care cosmetics Nivea could not stay away from such an important process as skin cleansing. We are offered milk with almond oil, as well as shea butter.

Due to the thick texture, it is optimally suited for dry skin – enriches with vitamins, nourishes from the inside.

Panthenol in the composition gently “works” with irritations, removing them. The tool is suitable for removing eye makeup, although the composition still contains a small percentage of alcohol (you should be careful with allergies). Milk is sold in a convenient package with a dispenser cap.

Nivea’s signature scent is included – if you’re a fan of more natural scents, look elsewhere. According to user reviews, it fits nicely on the skin, the volume is enough for a long time. An important nuance – the product easily removes even waterproof mascara.

After a long day of work or a busy holiday, the eyes will be grateful for the quick, but gentle care.

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6. L’Oreal Paris Cleansing Milk

Sensitive skin also needs to be cleansed, and L’Oreal Paris milk does the job perfectly. It is based on corn oil, as well as extracts of jasmine and rose. Together, the components gently cleanse the skin of impurities, wash out black spots … and, of course, smell good!

This care cosmetics leaves a pleasant feeling of freshness, perfume fragrance does not leave a heavy “loop” after washing.

The product is in a sealed package, but you need to get used to using it – too much milk can splash out through a wide opening. Users praise the product for its softness, due to the lack of alcohol it is suitable for allergy sufferers.

According to reviews, the texture is so good that it does not require rinsing after, the skin is soft and velvety. However, if you are prone to acne, it is better to wash your face after all – there are parabens in the composition, they can form a water- and air-tight film.

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7. Lumene Soothing Cleansing Milk

Why is Lumene milk called soothing? The composition contains flax seed extract containing Omega-6 vitamins. They contribute to the healing of small wounds, the restoration of the lipid barrier, as well as skin regeneration.

If you have spent a lot of time in the sun or have undergone a complex procedure in a beauty salon (for example, deep peeling) – this product will help you recover.

The manufacturer recommends applying the product and leaving it for a while for deep cleansing.

It can even be used to remove persistent lipstick – there is no allantoin, there will be no burning sensation. However, there is alcohol in the composition, it requires careful application in the eye area!

The product is packed in a tube with a sealed lid, does not remain on the walls and is consumed to the end. You will have to get used to using it – out of habit, a large volume can splash out of a wide opening onto a cotton pad.

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8. A’PIEU Baking Soda Deep Cleansing Milk

Milk in a convenient bottle with a dispenser. Korean cosmetics manufacturers could not stay away from such an important stage of skin cleansing as washing – this is how A’PIEU milk appeared. Despite the French name, it has a completely Asian “origin”, even 2 in 1 functions, as the Koreans love.

The product combines the properties of foam and hydrophilic oil. Adding soda in the composition for a better foaming effect: mix 2-3 drops with water, apply a bubble mass on the face and rinse until completely cleansed. Thanks to hyaluronic acid, black spots are perfectly removed and the hydro-lipid balance is replenished. Perhaps, there will be a feeling of washing “to the squeak” – not suitable for all skin types, consult a beautician before buying. There is alcohol in the composition, be careful when washing off eye makeup! Be sure to apply cream after.

Milk in a convenient bottle with a dispenser, according to user reviews – just a pea is enough to whip a cap of foam, economical consumption. There is a slight perfume scent.

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9. L’Occitane en Provence with honey and figs

This cleansing milk is claimed to be natural. It is based on coco-betaine, a mild surfactant that does not irritate the skin and does not leave a sticky film. Although a small amount of sulfates is still there. Oddities with the translation: in the original, the manufacturer recommends the product for oily and combination types, in Our Country it goes for any skin.

According to user reviews, dry skin is not irritated when washing with this product, although it is better to consult a beautician after all. The composition contains allantoin, so it is better not to wash off the lipstick, to prevent contact with mucous membranes (a burning sensation is possible). However, waterproof makeup is washed off well, there is an effect.

Buying this milk, you will definitely be satisfied with the smell. It is really tasty, honey and figs are felt – although they disappear from the skin immediately after washing. The milk comes in a convenient bottle with a dispenser, this will last for a long time.

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10. Babor milk

Let’s make a reservation right away – this is luxury cosmetics. Hence the high price. Is it worth buying a milk for hypersensitive skin from Babor? Yes, if you have certain requests: firstly, dry skin prone to the slightest irritation (some cosmetologists even recommend it for dermatitis!).

According to bloggers, thorough washing does not leave redness. This is possible thanks to silver ions and the addition of panthenol: they moisturize the skin and soothe after procedures. Speaking of procedures, this is the second criterion: it contains an SPF-15 filter. If you plan to sunbathe, the product will fit perfectly. Thirdly, the product is suitable for frequent transportation – the manufacturer packed it in a convenient bottle with a dispenser, it will not take up much space in your cosmetic bag. If you often have to make business trips, and your face gets tired from flights / long makeup, Babor will come in handy.

The composition does not contain alcohol and allantoin, so there should not be a burning sensation on the eyelids / lips. When applied, the texture changes color, be prepared for this! This means that in the open form, silver ions react with air – no “delay”.

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How to choose a face milk

The main functions of facial milk are cleansing and / or nutrition. Depending on what you need specifically, we select the product by reading the label:

• Acids/alcohol/allantoin necessary for washing, they open the pores and help fight blackheads. In addition, they are necessary for high-quality makeup removal. Indeed, in its composition there are aggressive dyes and resistant mascara and lipstick cannot be removed with water alone. But you need to be careful: if you have sensitive, allergy-prone skin, choose a softer composition.
• Vitamins/herbal extracts/natural oils more suitable for the final stage of daily care. Such milk can not be washed off the face, this must be written on the label. True, it is not suitable for everyone: oily skin can be oversaturated, because of this, blockage of pores and shine in the sun occur.

Based on the recommendations of cosmetologists, we declare with confidence: you should not chase popularity or buy what your friends advise. Treat your skin with care, take into account its type – and for this the face will thank you with freshness!

Popular questions and answers

Answered our questions Yulia Glinka — chemist-technologist, founder of the Glinka Cosmetic brand. The girl uses only natural ingredients, wonderful cosmetics come out from under her hands – this is helped by her education, as well as her own research.