
Highlights
WHAT IS IT?
Micellar Water Cleansing Pads with 3 key ingredients
FEATURES
Removes dirt, oil, and makeup instantly; Hydrates and repairs skin; Boosts albuminoidal and elastin; Smooths fine lines; Evens complexion; Improves skin luminosity; Contains 2% niacinamide for reducing hyperpigmentation and redness; Contains rose water and citric acid; Suitable for all skin types; Fragrance-free, paraben-free, sulfate-free, silicone-free; Dermatologically tested; Vegan and cruelty-free
BEST FOR
sensitive
CHECKS
Fragrance, artificial color, essential oil, silicone, paraben, sulfates, SLS/SLES
Who Is It For?
All Genders All AgesWhat Does It Help With?
Removes Makeup And Impurities Reduces Hyperpigmentation Reduces Redness Exfoliates Dead Skin Cells Evens Skin Tone Moisturizes SkinBudget
Mid-range ($30-$75)How To Use
Which routine should it be used in?
Instructions:
Key Information
What CGG Cosmetics Says
Product Description:
CGG Gentle Micellar Water Cleansing Pads facilitates in removing dirt, oil and even makeup instantly from the skin, with the help of rose water. The pads help to hydrate and repair skin, boost albuminoidal and elastin, smooth fine lines even out complexion and improve skin luminosity. With added 2% niacinamide which targets hyperpigmentation and reduces redness on the skin overtime. Developed with a mix of exfoliating acid and natural ingredients, these pads help boost skin health and keep skin cells, minimize pores, even out skin tones and leave skin feeling hydrous and smooth. Features: Gentle micellar cleansing pads contain micelles combining rose water and niacinamide that act like a magnet to attract makeup, dirt, impurities, serum, sunscreen and effectively remove them from the skin. Infused with rose water, niacinamide and citric acid. Rose water nourishes your skin by gently cleansing, toning and detoxifying it without drying it out, leaving it clean and fresh. Makes the skin clean, soft and smooth with no visible residue. The gentle scent of roses ensures a rejuvenating cleansing experience. With 1% niacinamide, it targets hyperpigmentation and gently cleanses and soothes redness over the face and neck. Refreshes the skin without making it greasy. Suitable for all skin types. Safe for sensitive skin. Dermatologically tested. CGG products are free from fragrance, artificial color, essential oil, silicone, paraben, sulfates and SLS/SLES. Vegan and cruelty-free.
About the Brand:
Ingredients Overview
Ingredients List
rose-water,niacinamide,citric-acid
Key Ingredients
Rose Water, Niacinamide, Citric Acid
Ingredients Details
Niacinamide
Common Name(s): Vitamin b3,nicotinamide,pyridine-3-carboxamide
CAS Number: 98-92-0
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Niacinamide strengthens the skin barrier, reduces visible pore size, regulates sebum production, fades dark spots, and improves skin texture and tone.
Why It's Used: It is used because it addresses multiple skin concerns at once without irritation, making it suitable for all skin types. it is stable in formulations and pairs well with most other actives.
How It Works: Niacinamide inhibits the transfer of melanosomes (pigment packets) to skin cells, reducing hyperpigmentation. it also stimulates ceramide synthesis to strengthen the skin barrier and reduces inflammation by modulating cytokine activity.
Typically Found In: Serums,moisturizers,toners,cleansers,eye creams,sunscreens,primers
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ vitamin
Secondary Functions: Barrier repair,brightening,anti-inflammatory
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 2%โ10% (typical: 5%; higher concentrations may cause flushing in some individuals)
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes โ synthetically produced
Halal Status: Yes โ synthetic origin
Source Notes: Commercially produced via synthesis from nicotinic acid or 3-cyanopyridine. no animal-derived sources used in cosmetic-grade niacinamide.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low; concentrations above 10% may cause temporary flushing in sensitive individuals
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: At concentrations >10%, some users experience niacin flush (transient redness/tingling). generally very well-tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes โ one of the best-tolerated actives for sensitive skin
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Extensively studied and considered very safe. ewg hazard score: 1. no significant systemic toxicity concerns at topical concentrations.
Works Well With: Retinol,peptides,ahas/bhas,hyaluronic acid,ceramides,zinc,vitamin c,spf
Avoid Combining With: High concentrations of vitamin c (ascorbic acid) may theoretically convert to niacin โ use at different times if using pure l-ascorbic acid above 15%
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Niacinamide is a precursor to nad+ and nadp+, coenzymes vital to cellular energy metabolism. its benefits for dna repair and mitochondrial function make it a key ingredient in anti-aging strategies.
Last Verified: Cosing database,cir safety assessment,ewg skin deep,pubmed clinical studies
Primary Sources: 2026-03-12