Bioderma Sebium Hydra Cleanser

Bioderma Sebium Hydra Cleanser is a balmy, non-stripping cleanser for acne-prone skin that has become dry, sensitised or flaky, for example during drying acne treatments. It removes make-up and impurities while shea oil, sunflower seed oil and vitamin E help keep the skin barrier comfortable.

What it does

• Cleanses and removes make-up without stripping
• Keeps dry, sensitised skin soft and comfortable
• Antioxidant vitamin E helps protect the skin
• Balm-to-milk texture that rinses clean

Key ingredients

• Shea oil – nourishes and softens
• Sunflower seed oil – helps balance hydration
• Vitamin E (tocopherol) – antioxidant protection
• Glycerin – hydrates

Who it's for

Oily or acne-prone skin that feels dry, tight or irritated, and sensitive skin that dislikes foaming washes. It contains a light fragrance.

Where it fits in your routine

Apply a small amount with dry hands and massage over the face. Wet your hands and massage again to emulsify, then rinse and pat dry. Use morning and/or evening, then follow with a moisturiser such as Bioderma Sebium Hydra.

Good to know

• 200 ml
• Made in France by NAOS (Bioderma)
• For external use. Avoid contact with eyes.

Aqua/Water/Eau, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Oil, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Citric Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Sclerotium Gum, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Propanediol, Sodium Citrate, Fragrance (Parfum), Mannitol, Saccharide Isomerate, Xylitol, Benzotriazolyl Dodecyl P-Cresol, Rhamnose, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Aminoethanesulfinic Acid, Sodium Metabisulfite. [Bi2069]

FAQs

Q1. Who is Bioderma Sebium Hydra Cleanser for, and how is it different from regular micellar water?
A1. Sebium Hydra Cleanser is specifically designed for oily or combination skin that is also dehydrated — a common paradox caused by repeated use of harsh, stripping cleansers that remove too much sebum, triggering the skin to overproduce oil in response. Unlike Bioderma's micellar water (which is a no-rinse cleansing water), Sebium Hydra Cleanser has a balmy, cream-like texture that transforms into a light foam with water — providing a more thorough cleanse that removes makeup and excess sebum while simultaneously depositing hydrating ingredients (Shea Oil, Saccharide Isomerate, and Vitamin E) that replace what is lost during cleansing.

Q2. How can a cleanser with Shea Oil be suitable for oily and acne-prone skin?
A2. Shea Oil (the liquid fraction of Shea Butter) is distinct from occlusive heavy butters — its oleic acid content makes it genuinely emollient but non-comedogenic at the concentration used in Sebium Hydra Cleanser, and critically, it is completely rinsed off with water along with the cleanser. Its role is to create the balmy texture that allows the product to emulsify impurities and makeup on dry skin before water is added — not to remain on the skin as an occlusive film. After rinsing, the skin receives residual hydration from Vitamin E and Saccharide Isomerate (a carbohydrate that binds to keratin for sustained moisture), not from the oil.

Q3. What do Mannitol, Xylitol, and Rhamnose contribute to Sebium Hydra Cleanser?
A3. Mannitol, Xylitol, and Rhamnose are sugar alcohols that form Bioderma's Osmoregulating Complex in the Sebium line. They help regulate the skin's osmotic balance — the concentration gradient that governs how much water the skin retains and how much sebum the sebaceous glands produce. When oily skin is chronically dehydrated (a common consequence of over-cleansing), sebum production actually increases as a compensatory mechanism. The Osmoregulating Complex helps restore healthy osmotic equilibrium, over time reducing excessive oiliness at its trigger source rather than just removing sebum at the surface.

Q4. How should Bioderma Sebium Hydra Cleanser be used correctly?
A4. Apply a small amount to dry hands and massage onto dry face first — the balmy texture is designed to emulsify makeup and sebum on dry skin before water contact. After 30 to 60 seconds of massage, add water to hands and continue massaging; the texture will transform and create a light lather. Rinse thoroughly with water and pat dry. This two-phase technique (dry first, then wet) is critical to the product's design — applying directly to a wet face bypasses the dry emulsification step and reduces makeup and sebum removal efficacy.

Q5. Does Bioderma Sebium Hydra Cleanser remove sunscreen effectively?
A5. Yes — the balmy, oil-containing texture is effective at dissolving both mineral (zinc oxide, titanium dioxide) and chemical UV filter sunscreens, including water-resistant formulations, when applied to dry skin first. Apply to dry skin and massage thoroughly for 60 seconds to dissolve the sunscreen film, then add water and lather before rinsing. For very water-resistant or high SPF sunscreens, a brief second cleanse (double cleansing) with a small amount applied to damp skin ensures complete filter removal without over-stripping.

Country of Origin: France Mfg/Marketer details: NAOS, Espace Européen de l'Entreprise, 67300 Schiltigheim, France. Imported and distributed in India by NAOS India Pvt. Ltd. — refer to product packaging for complete address details. Shelf Life: 24 months from manufacturing date (or as indicated on packaging) Storage: Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Safety Information: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a dermatologist. Keep out of reach of children.