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Soap-free, foaming gel cleanses all skin conditions. Refreshing lather thoroughly removes impurities, without disturbing the skin’s natural moisture balance. This iconic cleanser, which contains naturally-foaming Quillaja Saponaria, gently rinses away toxins and debris to leave skin feeling smooth and clean. Lightweight and mild enough to use every day, it also features calming Balm Mint and Lavender extracts to soothe the skin.
Following the application of PreCleanse, gently lather a small amount of gel in moistened hands and apply to dampened face and throat. Rinse with warm water. Follow with Multi-Active Toner and prescribed Dermalogica Moisturizer.,/p>
Water/Aqua/Eau, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Cymbopogon Nardus (Citronella) Oil, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Propanediol, Citric Acid, O-Cymen5-Ol, Disodium EDTA, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate.
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Overall rating: 4.9326925 / 5 from 208 reviews.
This travel-friendly cleansing gel is praised for its perfect size and effectiveness. Customers love its ability to thoroughly remove impurities without disturbing the skin's natural moisture balance. The gel's lightweight and mild formula, combined with calming extracts, ensures a smooth and clean feel.
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"Viajo mucho y tiene el perfecto tamaño. Es un producto del q doy fe q limpia suave pero profundo, cualquier tipo de suciedad o maquillaje. Es un gel q todos deberian usar. Me encanta la marca y esta linea de productos. Lo combino con el pollito de exfoliar la piel diariamente y mi piel es la mas brillante de todas. Amo."
"Nice texture and light scent. Good travel size and great gel for summer. I like lighter cleansers for summer time and creamy for winter. This is a good one!"
"Clean face, makes my skin hydrated and happy with results especially using it daily"
"I have been purchasing Dermatologica Special Cleansing Gel for years and have veered off to other brands, but always come back to Dermatologica because of the results I get and it does the job!"
"Lightweight, gentle, and effective. The travel size is perfect for on‑the‑go and works just like the full bottle. Cleans without stripping and keeps my skin feeling fresh. Definitely a staple."
"I absolutely love this Face Wash! I've been using the Special Cleansing Gel for over five years, and I honestly can't use any other cleanser anymore because this one never strips my skin. The Results have been consistently amazing. It's gentle enough for every season and every climate, so I can travel anywhere in the world without worrying about how my skin will react. I use it every morning and every night, and even though I have very sensitive skin, it has never irritated my skin or caused any sensitivity. One unexpected benefit is that since I started using this Face Wash every morning, my makeup has stayed fresh and looked beautiful throughout the day. For my evening routine, I pair this Face Wash with Daily Microfoliant once a week for a deeper cleanse. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a gentle cleanser that delivers reliable results without ever leaving your skin feeling tight or dry."
"Works great to clean the skin from oily makeup and sunscreen residue. Loved the travel size cleansing gel."
"It's a great gel and works well after the pre-cleanse product."
"I have used this cleansing gel for many years. I like the foamy, non-greasy formlula for twice daily cleansing. I keep the travel sizes in my carry-on, ready for travel."
"Best through cleanser to remove dirt, oil, and makeup that doesn't strip skin. My skin feels bouncy and fresh after I cleanse with this!"
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