dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser

Ingredients overview

Label order. Colour is our internal rating: green routine, yellow restricted or worth a look, red prohibited or high-risk, grey not yet decoded.

Ingredients are listed in label order; the order reflects the label only, not exact concentrations.

1. Water/Aqua/Eau
2. Glycerin
3. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
4. Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
5. Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
6. Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
7. Sodium Astrocaryum Murumuruate
8. Ceramide NP
9. Phytosterols
10. Palmitic Acid
11. Stearic Acid
12. Hydrogenated Coconut Acid
13. Hydrolyzed Cottonseed Protein
14. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
15. Tocopherol
16. Xanthan Gum
17. Dimethicone
18. Butyrospermum Parkii Butter
19. Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil
20. C12-13 Pareth-3
21. Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil
22. Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
23. Caprylyl Glycol
24. Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
25. Citrus Reticulata Leaf Oil
26. Myristic Acid
27. Trideceth-12
28. Jasminum Officinale Oil
29. Linoleic Acid
30. Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
31. Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
32. Citrus Limon Peel Oil
33. Cymbopogon Martini Oil
34. Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil
35. Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
36. Salvia Sclarea Oil
37. Citrus Limon Fruit Extract
38. Decyl Glucoside
39. Canarium Luzonicum Gum Nonvolatiles
40. Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil
41. Guaiacum Officinale Wood Oil
42. Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
43. Zingiber Officinale Root Oil
44. Disodium EDTA
45. Equisetum Arvense Extract
46. Humulus Lupulus Extract
47. Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract
48. Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract
49. Hexylene Glycol
50. Linolenic Acid
51. Pentylene Glycol
52. Aminomethyl Propanol
53. Sodium Chloride
54. Sodium Isethionate
55. Propanediol
56. Butylene Glycol
57. Polysilicone-11
58. Sodium Hydroxide
59. Ethylhexylglycerin
60. Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
61. PEG-12 Dimethicone
62. Limonene
63. Phenoxyethanol

Highlights

Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains siliconesContains essential oilsContains animal-derivedContains EU-26 allergensContains fragranceContains PEG

Key ingredients

溶剂

Water/Aqua/Eau

DENATURANT

Glycerin

FRAGRANCE

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

CLEANSING

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

ANTISTATIC

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

FILM FORMING

Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Sodium Astrocaryum Murumuruate

HAIR CONDITIONING

Ceramide NP

Other ingredients

PhytosterolsPalmitic AcidStearic AcidHydrogenated Coconut AcidHydrolyzed Cottonseed ProteinCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel OilTocopherolXanthan GumDimethiconeButyrospermum Parkii ButterCarthamus Tinctorius Seed OilC12-13 Pareth-3Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis OilTetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateCaprylyl GlycolCitrus Paradisi Peel OilCitrus Reticulata Leaf OilMyristic AcidTrideceth-12Jasminum Officinale OilLinoleic AcidAmyris Balsamifera Bark OilCananga Odorata Flower OilCitrus Limon Peel OilCymbopogon Martini OilEugenia Caryophyllus Leaf OilPelargonium Graveolens Flower OilSalvia Sclarea OilCitrus Limon Fruit ExtractDecyl GlucosideCanarium Luzonicum Gum NonvolatilesCitrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower OilGuaiacum Officinale Wood OilRosa Damascena Flower OilZingiber Officinale Root OilDisodium EDTAEquisetum Arvense ExtractHumulus Lupulus ExtractPinus Sylvestris Cone ExtractRosmarinus Officinalis Leaf ExtractHexylene GlycolLinolenic AcidPentylene GlycolAminomethyl PropanolSodium ChlorideSodium IsethionatePropanediolButylene GlycolPolysilicone-11Sodium HydroxideEthylhexylglycerinAcrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerPEG-12 DimethiconeLimonenePhenoxyethanol

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Ingredients explained

Water/Aqua/Eau

Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.

Glycerin

Workhorse humectant at 3–10%; tacky at high levels, pair with occlusives

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Light occlusive and solvent at 1–10%; non-greasy feel, suitable for oily and combination skin

Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate

Mild cleanser with rich lather and low irritation; hygroscopic, requires moisture-resistant packaging

Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

Amino acid surfactant, gentle and suitable for sensitive skin; moderate cleansing power.

Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer

Silicone copolymer for slip and film; occlusive with smooth texture

Sodium Astrocaryum Murumuruate

Emulsifier and emollient from murumuru seed oil; light texture, silicone alternative. Low irritancy.

Ceramide NP

Ceramide N3 for barrier repair; lipophilic, needs oil phase or emulsion, avoid high standalone use.

Phytosterols

Plant sterol mix for skin barrier repair and soothing; plant-derived, no reported sensitization.

Palmitic Acid

Palmitic acid for emulsification/emollient; solid fat, high melting point, occlusive.

Stearic Acid

Fatty acid emulsifier, white waxy solid; adds slip feel

Hydrogenated Coconut Acid

Hydrogenated saturated fatty acid for emulsification and skin conditioning; coconut-derived, low irritancy.

Hydrolyzed Cottonseed Protein

Not decoded yet

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil

Sweet orange peel essential oil, citrus aroma; photosensitive, be careful in daytime; irritating at high levels.

Tocopherol

Natural antioxidant (vitamin E) at 0.1–1%; prone to oxidation, store protected from light

Xanthan Gum

Natural thickener at 0.1–1%; provides gel texture, pH-stable, requires full hydration

Dimethicone

Silicone occlusive at 1–5%; provides smooth feel, non-penetrating, suitable for sensitive skin

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter

Shea butter for occlusive moisturizing; high melt point, rich texture, caution for oily skin.

Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil

Natural seed oil rich in linoleic acid; moisturizing, prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants

C12-13 Pareth-3

Not decoded yet

Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil

Sweet almond oil, light emollient; suitable for sensitive skin, caution for nut allergies.

Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate

Gluconate diacetate tetrasodium chelator; replaces EDTA, improves stability against metals

Caprylyl Glycol

Polyol conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–3%; emollient feel, often paired with 1,2-hexanediol

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil

Grapefruit peel oil for fragrance; contains phototoxic furanocoumarins, limit concentration, strict sun protection required

Citrus Reticulata Leaf Oil

Mandarin leaf oil; citrus scent, linalool oxidizes to allergens, needs antioxidants

Myristic Acid

Saturated fatty acid, saponification feedstock; insoluble alone, pairs with stearic acid.

Trideceth-12

Not decoded yet

Jasminum Officinale Oil

Jasmine oil containing potent allergens (e.g., jasmine lactone); EU 26 allergen requiring mandatory labeling; high sensitization risk.

Linoleic Acid

Essential fatty acid for barrier repair and hydration; oxidizes easily, high levels may be comedogenic

Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil

Amyris bark oil containing terpenes; used as fragrance and perfuming agent, contains EU-labeled fragrance allergens.

Cananga Odorata Flower Oil

Ylang-ylang essential oil, natural fragrance; contains multiple allergens, restrict usage per EU regulations, avoid for sensitive skin

Citrus Limon Peel Oil

Lemon peel oil for fragrance/skin conditioning; contains allergens, mind phototoxicity and compliance

Cymbopogon Martini Oil

Natural essential oil with distinct aroma; contains allergens requiring safety assessment.

Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil

Clove leaf oil for fragrance and conditioning; irritant risk at high levels, restricted by EU.

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil

Aromatic essential oil; contains allergens (citronellol, limonene), requires labeling.

Salvia Sclarea Oil

Clary sage oil, aromatic and tonic; contains ketones, limit usage to avoid irritation

Citrus Limon Fruit Extract

Lemon fruit extract for fragrance and occlusive moisturizing; contains furanocoumarins, photosensitivity caution advised.

Decyl Glucoside

Mild alkyl glucoside, biodegradable; foam stabilizer, thickens with fatty alcohols, low allergenicity.

Canarium Luzonicum Gum Nonvolatiles

Canarium Luzonicum gum non-volatiles, fragrance and conditioner, resinous.

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Flower Oil

Essential oil for fragrance and astringency; contains allergens like linalool, limited by III/350

Guaiacum Officinale Wood Oil

Not decoded yet

Rosa Damascena Flower Oil

Rose essential oil with strong scent; contains allergens, requires IFRA compliance.

Zingiber Officinale Root Oil

Ginger root oil for fragrance; contains gingerols, irritant, use very low concentration, avoid for sensitive skin.

Disodium EDTA

Chelating agent at 0.05–0.5%; sequesters metal ions for stability, boosts preservative efficacy

Equisetum Arvense Extract

Horsetail extract; silicic acid and phenols for astringency; contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids, control source and purity

Humulus Lupulus Extract

Hops extract: antimicrobial/antiperspirant/conditioner/fragrance; test on sensitive skin.

Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract

Pine cone extract, antioxidant; listed as fragrance/perfuming, restricted Group III/110, use within limits, watch for allergy.

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract

Plant extract containing rosmarinic acid etc., with antioxidant and antimicrobial properties; may contain allergenic fragrances, patch test for sensitive skin, typical concentration <1%.

Hexylene Glycol

Polyol solvent and humectant with penetration enhancement; limit concentration to avoid irritation, no specific allergen tag

Linolenic Acid

Omega-6 fatty acid for barrier repair; prone to oxidation, needs antioxidants and low light exposure

Pentylene Glycol

Polyol humectant at 1-3%; low irritancy, suitable for sensitive skin

Aminomethyl Propanol

pH buffer at 0.1–1%; irritating at high levels, avoid direct mixing with strong acids/bases

Sodium Chloride

Salt for gel viscosity control; used as precipitant in soaps

Sodium Isethionate

Mild surfactant with low foam but good cleaning; ideal for sensitive-skin cleansers.

Propanediol

Polyol solvent at 1–5%; light feel, aids solubilization, propylene glycol alternative

Butylene Glycol

Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel

Polysilicone-11

Not decoded yet

Sodium Hydroxide

Strong base neutralizer for pH adjustment; handle with extreme care

Ethylhexylglycerin

Mild conditioner and preservative booster at 0.5–1%; reduces preservative load, smooth feel

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Crosspolymer for thickening/film; needs neutralization to pH 7-8 to hydrate, check ion strength.

PEG-12 Dimethicone

Water-soluble silicone; provides slip and gloss, easily emulsified, common in hair and skin care.

Limonene

Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability

Phenoxyethanol

Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin

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