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recommended for:

all skin types
dryness and dehydration
dullness
loss of firmness and elasticity

Light, creamy cleanser enhanced with BioReplenish Complex removes impurities while actively nourishing dry, depleted skin. This emollient, lipid-enriched formula cleanses skin while helping to minimize damage of vital proteins and lipids that defend against dryness. BioReplenish Complex, combined with phytoactives from Coconut Oil and Murumuru Seed Butter, help protect barrier lipids and preserve the skin's natural resilience for a smoother feel after cleansing. Invigorating extracts of Citrus, Palmarosa and Jasmine refresh tired skin. Rinses away easily, leaving skin cleaner, softer and more luminous.

benefits

Defends against dryness
Delivers a smoother feel after cleansing
Rinses away easily and leaves skin cleaner, softer and more luminous

how to use

Lather a pea-size amount into very wet hands. Massage onto dampened face and neck and rinse thoroughly with warm water. Use twice daily, morning and night.

ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer, Sodium Astrocaryum Murumuruate, Ceramide NP, Phytosterols, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Hydrogenated Coconut Acid, Hydrolyzed Cottonseed Protein, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Tocopherol, Xanthan Gum, Dimethicone, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, C12-13 Pareth-3, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Caprylyl Glycol, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Oil, Myristic Acid, Trideceth-12, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil, Linoleic Acid, Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Decyl Glucoside, Canarium Luzonicum Gum Nonvolatiles, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil, Guaiacum Officinale Wood Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil, Disodium EDTA, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract, Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Linolenic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Aminomethyl Propanol, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Isethionate, Propanediol, Butylene Glycol, Polysilicone-11, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Limonene, Phenoxyethanol.

Dermalogica is dedicated to maintaining the accuracy of the ingredient lists on this website. However, because ingredients are subject to change, we cannot guarantee that these lists are complete, up-to-date and/or error-free. For an accurate listing of ingredients in each product, please refer to your product packaging.

sustainability

5.1 oz:

Materials: Bottle: PETE (resin code 1), Pump: Mixed material, Carton: Paper

What’s Recyclable: The paper used in this carton is recyclable and comes from FSC certified responsibly managed forests.

What’s in Development: The bottle and pump are not recyclable yet, but Dermalogica is working on it.

10 oz:

Materials: Bottle: PETE (resin code 1), Pump: Mixed material, Carton: Paper

What’s Recyclable: The paper used in this carton is recyclable and comes from FSC certified responsibly managed forests.

What’s in Development: The bottle and pump are not recyclable yet, but Dermalogica is working on it.

_{Recycling is subject to local policies and facilities.}

To learn more about Dermalogica's sustainability efforts, please click here.

FAQ

What skin types is Intensive Moisture Cleanser best for?

Recommended for all skin types, particularly dryness and dehydration, as well as concerns like dullness and loss of firmness and elasticity.

What are the key active ingredients?

Key ingredients include a BioReplenish Complex, combined with phytoactives from Coconut Oil and Murumuru Seed Butter, help protect barrier lipids and preserve the skin's natural resilience for a smoother feel after cleansing. Invigorating extracts of Citrus, Palmarosa and Jasmine refresh tired skin.

What is the texture like?

Light, creamy and emollient - a lipid-enriched formula that rinses away easily.

What does it smell like?

Dermalogica formulas never use artificial fragrances. However, botanical extracts and essential oils included for skin benefits may have a natural scent. Some users may notice a subtle fragrance.

Will it leave my skin feeling dry?

It's formulated to nourish dry, depleted skin and cleanse while minimizing loss of moisture.

How does it cleanse the skin?

Removes impurities while actively nourishing the skin's lipids and proteins to help maintain a softer, smoother feel after rinsing.

What concerns does this cleanser address?

Formulated for dryness/dehydration, dullness, and loss of firmness and elasticity.

What sizes or variants are available?

Available in 5.1 oz and 10.0 oz.

intensive moisture cleanser

nourishes dry, depleted skin

intensive moisture cleanser

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recommended for:

all skin types
dryness and dehydration
dullness
loss of firmness and elasticity

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benefits

Defends against dryness
Delivers a smoother feel after cleansing
Rinses away easily and leaves skin cleaner, softer and more luminous

how to use

Lather a pea-size amount into very wet hands. Massage onto dampened face and neck and rinse thoroughly with warm water. Use twice daily, morning and night.

ingredients

sustainability

5.1 oz:

Materials: Bottle: PETE (resin code 1), Pump: Mixed material, Carton: Paper

What’s Recyclable: The paper used in this carton is recyclable and comes from FSC certified responsibly managed forests.

What’s in Development: The bottle and pump are not recyclable yet, but Dermalogica is working on it.

10 oz:

Materials: Bottle: PETE (resin code 1), Pump: Mixed material, Carton: Paper

What’s Recyclable: The paper used in this carton is recyclable and comes from FSC certified responsibly managed forests.

What’s in Development: The bottle and pump are not recyclable yet, but Dermalogica is working on it.

_{Recycling is subject to local policies and facilities.}

To learn more about Dermalogica's sustainability efforts, please click here.

FAQ

What skin types is Intensive Moisture Cleanser best for?

Recommended for all skin types, particularly dryness and dehydration, as well as concerns like dullness and loss of firmness and elasticity.

What are the key active ingredients?

What is the texture like?

Light, creamy and emollient - a lipid-enriched formula that rinses away easily.

What does it smell like?

Dermalogica formulas never use artificial fragrances. However, botanical extracts and essential oils included for skin benefits may have a natural scent. Some users may notice a subtle fragrance.

Will it leave my skin feeling dry?

It's formulated to nourish dry, depleted skin and cleanse while minimizing loss of moisture.

How does it cleanse the skin?

Removes impurities while actively nourishing the skin's lipids and proteins to help maintain a softer, smoother feel after rinsing.

What concerns does this cleanser address?

Formulated for dryness/dehydration, dullness, and loss of firmness and elasticity.

What sizes or variants are available?

Available in 5.1 oz and 10.0 oz.

real skin, real results

Overall rating: 4.7218685 / 5 from 471 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The intensive moisture cleanser is praised for its creamy texture and nourishing formula, leaving skin clean, moisturized, and soft. It effectively addresses dryness and dehydration, enhancing skin's natural resilience and providing a luminous finish.

Summary topics

Creamy Texture: 4%
Skin Appearance: 3%
Effective Formula: 3%
Cleansing Effectiveness: 47%
Skin Sensation: 32%

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Review highlights

"This product is very gentle and does not irritate my skin, and cleans my face including makeup removal very well." — Molly3
"This cleanser feels very smooth and soft, it's a nice gentle cleanser." — Littleminkee
"Soft light weight cleanser thy leaves my skin already feeling hydrated." — Lill M.

Reviews

This cleanser is great! I

"This cleanser is great! I used double cleanse which I hated an extra step. This cleanser takes my make up off and I do not need to double cleanse an more"

— Dani b. (5/5)

love this. Used when I

"love this. Used when I had a facial in Flourtow, PA and have been using it since then."

— Vickie H. (5/5)

Love it

"This cleanser keeps your face very moisturized - Iove it."

— Kimberly V. (5/5)

Must for dry skin

"amazing cleaner that I added to my daily routine and so glad I did. I can see and feel the results after a few cleaning sessions."

— Apolonio C. (5/5)

My skin is glowing. I

"My skin is glowing. I live this cleanser."

— Elizabeth H. (5/5)

Best cleanser for dry skin!

"Love this cleanser! Leaves my skin feeling hydrated without feeling tight and dry."

— Kristen W. (5/5)

Gentle

"Happy with it so far! I feel clean after using and it doesn’t strip my skin"

— Gianna M. (5/5)

Love love love

"This is my favorite cleanser! It's not harsh, but has really helped my acne and smoothed my skin. It moisturizing but doesn't feel overly heavy and greasy. I highly recommend if you are looking for a daily cleanser"

— Morgan E. (5/5)

Love!

"My favorite winter cleanser! I have been using for 3 seasons and I notice such a difference in the hydration of my skin. It is cold and I need a lot of moisture, this does not dry out my skin."

— Valerie R. (5/5)

The Best for Winter

"I've used the special cleansing gel year-round for several years but needed something for my flaky combination skin during the winter. This cleanser is just perfect! Leaves my skin feeling hydrated, especially when used with the microfoliant."

— Christy (5/5)

Q&A

Is this fragrance free?: Hello Peg, Thank you for choosing Dermalogica. Thank you for your question. I'm happy to say that Dermalogica products are free from artificial fragrances and colors, mineral oil, lanolin, S.D. alcohol, parabens and microplastics, which are known to be skin irritants. Please let us know if we can further assist you. You can reach us at: https://www.dermalogica.com/pages/contact-us for more questions. Kind Regards, Melissa Dermalogica Professional Skin Therapist
can you use as a full body lotion ? I am unable to use on my face any more: Hi, Linda! The Intensive Moisture Cleanser can be used as a body wash, not a lotion. Please let us know if you have any further questions as we are happy to help! Kind Regards, Beatriz.
Can this be used with retinol? If not what is the best cleanser to use?: Hi there! You can certainly cleanse with the Intensive Moisture Cleanser first and follow up with retinol! Kind Regards, Beatriz.
Intensive Moisture Cleaner. I have gotten milia from using too much oil which I am going to have removed. Would this be ok to use or what do you suggest. I am 70 with no lines or wrinkles and just starting to use Dermatologic products.: Hello Glenda, Thank you for your question! The Intensive Moisture Cleanser should be just fine to use, given that it is a cleanser, and is applied, and then rinsed off/removed. It leaves the skin very comfortable and hydrated, but does not leave an oily residue behind. Thank you again for reaching out to Dermalogica, we are happy to help! Kind Regards, Lisa Virtual Skin Therapist
Can I use this product added together with cleansing special gel AM. Then use glycolic cleansing PM?: Hello, thank you for your question. It would be best to utilize one cleanser, either the Intensive Moisture Cleanser or the Special Cleansing Gel, for your AM cleanser. For PM, you may still certainly use the Daily Glycolic Cleanser! If you have a dry skin type, use the Intensive Moisture Cleanser. If you have a more combination skin type, then use the Special Cleansing Gel. I hope this information helps! Kind regards, Amber The Dermalogica Team