This is water with little bits of oil. It won't get very stubborn pieces of makeup or things that are waterproof or especially heavy, but with a little cotton or towel will get most of it. Left skin feeling much better than a harsh makeup remover. Great for traveling if you don't know what the water situation will be. My partner uses it in liu of makeup wipes when her face feels more sensitive, or when she put on lighter makeup. She takes it on all camping trips. This brand does not seem much better then our favorite Garnier for oily skin.<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Garnier-SkinActive-Micellar-Cleansing-Water-All-in-1-Cleanser-Makeup-Remover-13-5-Ounce/dp/B01MQ495N0/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Garnier SkinActive Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1 Cleanser & Makeup Remover, 13.5 Ounce</a>&nbsp;It reminds me a bit of witch hazel I'd use for shaving. Same sort of feel but not quite as drying. While no rinse is needed, my partner still likes to rinser her face when done to get rid of the perceived stickiness she feels sometimes. (I don't feel it.) Also our water is especially fresh and clean so no issues with that undoing the benefits.