dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash
dermalogica Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash lists 33 ingredients on its label, 32 decoded. See what each one does, its irritancy and comedogenic tendency, and its status in national inventories.
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.
- Salicylic Acid
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
- Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
- Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Angelica Archangelica Extract
- Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
- Allium Sativum Bulb Extract
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
- Salvia Officinalis Extract
- Passiflora Incarnata Extract
- Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract
- Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
- Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
- Echinacea Purpurea Extract
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Lactic Acid
- Algae Extract
- Menthol
- Sodium PCA
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Camphor
- PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
- Phenoxyethanol
- Butylene Glycol
- Benzyl Pca
- Disodium EDTA-Copper
- Citral
- Limonene
- Geraniol
- Citronellol
Highlights
Free of alcoholFree of parabensFree of siliconesFree of sulfatesFree of mineral oilFree of formaldehyde releasersContains essential oilsContains fragranceContains EU-26 allergensContains PEG
Key ingredients
- ANTI-SEBORRHEIC
- Salicylic Acid
- 溶剂
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- ANTISTATIC
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- CLEANSING
- Disodium CocoamphodiacetateSodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
- SKIN CONDITIONING
- Melissa Officinalis Leaf ExtractAngelica Archangelica Extract
- MOISTURISING
- Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
Other ingredients
Allium Sativum Bulb ExtractChamomilla Recutita Flower ExtractEucalyptus Globulus Leaf ExtractSalvia Officinalis ExtractPassiflora Incarnata ExtractCitrus Medica Limonum Peel ExtractHamamelis Virginiana ExtractOphiopogon Japonicus Root ExtractEchinacea Purpurea ExtractMelaleuca Alternifolia Leaf OilLactic AcidAlgae ExtractMentholSodium PCADipotassium GlycyrrhizateCamphorPEG-120 Methyl Glucose DioleatePhenoxyethanolButylene GlycolBenzyl PcaDisodium EDTA-CopperCitralLimoneneGeraniolCitronellol
Skim through
| Ingredient | What it does | Irr. · Com. | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salicylic Acid | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, KERATOLYTIC, FRAGRANCE, PRESERVATIVE, SKIN CONDITIONING · 限制 III/98 V/3 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Water/Aqua/Eau | 溶剂 | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Cocamidopropyl Betaine | ANTISTATIC, CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING, HAIR CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - HYDROTROPE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate | CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Angelica Archangelica Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Echinacea Angustifolia Extract | MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Allium Sativum Bulb Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING | 2 · – | Green |
| Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract | FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, PERFUMING | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Salvia Officinalis Extract | ANTI-SEBORRHEIC, ANTIMICROBIAL, ANTIOXIDANT, ASTRINGENT, CLEANSING, DEODORANT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, SOOTHING, TONIC | 1 · – | Green |
| Passiflora Incarnata Extract | ASTRINGENT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, SKIN CONDITIONING, SKIN PROTECTING, TONIC | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Hamamelis Virginiana Extract | ANTI-SEBUM, ASTRINGENT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · – | Green |
| Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Echinacea Purpurea Extract | MOISTURISING, SKIN CONDITIONING, TONIC | 0 · – | Green |
| Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil | ANTIOXIDANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN PROTECTING, PERFUMING, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 2 · 0 | Green |
| Lactic Acid | BUFFERING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 1 · 0 | Green |
| Algae Extract | SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, ORAL CARE, SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS | 0 · – | Green |
| Menthol | DENATURANT, FRAGRANCE, REFRESHING, SOOTHING · 限制 III/338 | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| Sodium PCA | ANTISTATIC, HAIR CONDITIONING, HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | – · 0 | Green |
| Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate | HUMECTANT, SKIN CONDITIONING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Camphor | DENATURANT, FRAGRANCE, PLASTICISER | 2 · 0 | Yellow |
| PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate | SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Phenoxyethanol | ANTIMICROBIAL, PRESERVATIVE · 限制 V/29 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Butylene Glycol | HUMECTANT, FRAGRANCE, SKIN CONDITIONING, SOLVENT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Benzyl Pca | HUMECTANT | 0 · 0 | Green |
| Disodium EDTA-Copper | Not decoded yet | — | — |
| Citral | FRAGRANCE, PERFUMING, FLAVOURING · 限制 III/70 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Limonene | DEODORANT, SOLVENT, PERFUMING · 限制 III/88 III/167 III/168 | 1 · – | Yellow |
| Geraniol | TONIC, PERFUMING · 限制 III/78 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
| Citronellol | PERFUMING · 限制 III/86 | 1 · 0 | Yellow |
Ingredients explained
- Salicylic Acid
- Lipophilic BHA at 0.5-2%; exfoliant/sebum control, irritation/sensitization at high conc., photosensitivity (SPF needed), avoid sensitive/pregnant.
- Water/Aqua/Eau
- Primary aqueous solvent and carrier; no specific incompatibilities, focus on microbial stability.
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine
- Cocamidopropyl betaine; zwitterionic co-surfactant reducing irritation and boosting foam, common in mild cleansers.
- Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate
- Amphoteric surfactant for cleansing and foam boosting; milder than sulfates, low comedogenic risk.
- Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate
- Mild anionic surfactant at 0.5–10%; fine foam, lower irritation than soaps, suitable for gentle cleansing.
- Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
- Lemon balm extract for soothing; volatile oils, low allergy risk, light sensitive.
- Angelica Archangelica Extract
- Angelica archangelica extract, contains coumarins; photosensitizing, evaluate UV protection or recommend night use.
- Echinacea Angustifolia Extract
- Echinacea angustifolia extract for soothing, moisturizing, and conditioning; used in sensitive skin care, monitor individual allergies from plant source.
- Allium Sativum Bulb Extract
- Garlic extract with antimicrobial and conditioning activity. Strong odor and potentially irritating at high levels; use at low concentrations.
- Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract
- Plant extract, soothing properties; contains natural allergens, high levels may irritate.
- Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
- Extract with cooling scent and conditioning; contains essential oil, potential allergen, control dose
- Salvia Officinalis Extract
- Sage extract with antioxidants and astringents; high doses may irritate, low levels for sensitive skin.
- Passiflora Incarnata Extract
- Pink passionflower extract used primarily as an astringent for anti-wrinkle or firming claims; some extracts may contain allergenic alkaloids requiring verification.
- Citrus Medica Limonum Peel Extract
- Citrus medica peel extract containing oils and polyphenols; oils pose photosensitivity risk
- Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
- Botanical extract for astringent and sebum control; mild irritation risk for sensitive skin at high concentrations.
- Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract
- Botanical humectant; soothing; requires preservative; high-concentration allergen risk.
- Echinacea Purpurea Extract
- Echinacea herb extract for moisturizing/conditioning; contains chlorogenic acids; check plant origin.
- Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
- Tea tree oil, antibacterial and sebum regulating; highly sensitizing at concentrate level, dilute; avoid on broken skin.
- Lactic Acid
- AHA pH adjuster at 0.5-5%; exfoliation/humectancy, mild at low conc., irritating at high, avoid conflict with alkaline preservatives.
- Algae Extract
- Algae extract with humectant and conditioning effects; may contain natural fragrant components.
- Menthol
- Cooling and soothing agent at 0.5–2%; high levels may cause sensitivity or irritation, use caution around eyes and mucous membranes
- Sodium PCA
- Sodium PCA, NMF component, 1-10% humectant; salty/tacky at high levels.
- Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
- Dipotassium glycyrrhizinate for moisturizing/soothing; inhibits 5-LOX, water-soluble, for sensitive skin.
- Camphor
- Denaturant and fragrance with irritant and allergenic potential; strict concentration limits required for sensitive skin.
- PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate
- PEG-modified emulsifier; mild, low-foam. For O/W and anhydrous systems, check compatibility and viscosity.
- Phenoxyethanol
- Broad-spectrum preservative at ≤1%; may irritate sensitive eye areas, often paired with ethylhexylglycerin
- Butylene Glycol
- Polyol humectant and solvent at 1–5%; aids solubilization, light feel
- Benzyl Pca
- Benzyl PCA humectant with preservative booster effect; stable structure, light feel, suitable for gels.
- Disodium EDTA-Copper
- Not decoded yet
- Citral
- Citral; citrus fragrance component, listed EU allergen, high phototoxicity risk, strict concentration limits apply.
- Limonene
- Natural fragrance solvent, EU allergen; poor photostability
- Geraniol
- Geraniol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
- Citronellol
- Citronellol for fragrance; EU 26 allergen, labeling required above 0.001%.
Source: full ingredient list published on the product label, collected 2026-09-19. Ratings are our internal reading, not a regulatory conclusion. · Product page
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