Sheer, easy-to-apply formula contains Prebiotic Moisture Complex and a unique combination of plant extracts that help improve surface texture and combat surface dehydration. Natural botanical extracts of Lemon, Cucumber and Burdock help to refine the skin.
Apply over damp face and throat with light, upward strokes. Best when used following Multi-Active Toner. Can be applied over or mixed with prescribed Dermalogica Concentrated Booster for additional results.
Water/Aqua/Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Gluceth-20, Coconut Alkanes, Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Saccharide Isomerate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract, Nasturtium Officinale Extract, Propanediol, Polysorbate 60, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polyquaternium-10, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethyl Citrate, Myristic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Lavandula Hybrida Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Aminomethyl Propanol, Citral, Linalool, Limonene.
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3.4 oz:
Materials: Tube: Coex 5 layer material with EVOH, Cap: PP (resin code 5), Carton: Paper
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1.7 oz:
Materials: Tube: Coex 5 layer material with EVOH, Cap: PP (resin code 5), Carton: Paper
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This formula was designed to help balance hydration for normal, combination and oily skin without feeling heavy or greasy.
Helps with surface dehydration, oiliness, and uneven surface texture.
After cleansing and toning, apply over face and neck in light, upward strokes. Use twice daily, morning and night. Make sure to follow with an SPF on top in the daytime.
No - it's an oil-free, lightweight moisturizer that absorbs quickly and leaves no greasy feel.
Formulated oil-free and commonly used by people with oily or acne-prone skin; individual reactions may vary.
This formula has a sheer, lightweight texture that spreads easily and absorbs quickly.
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.
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active moist moisturizer
Overall rating: 4.7416 / 5 from 1250 reviews.
This active moist moisturizer is praised for its lightweight, non-greasy formula that provides excellent hydration and leaves the skin feeling smooth and soft. Customers appreciate its quick absorption and ability to combat dehydration without causing breakouts. The natural botanical extracts contribute to refining the skin's surface texture.
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"I love this moisturizer and have used it for years. I tan year around and work in a dirty environment so I use it in the morning and before bedtime. It's light and has no fragrance and I pair it with my regime of Pre Cleanse and Special Cleansing Gel. Results are it keeps my skin moist and smooth. I have combo skin and it works great so give it a try"
"Amazing! I live in windy, harsh weather and this definitely hydrates. It’s light and feels like it’s melting into my skin! Not oily at all and smells AMAZING"
"So I've tried the calm water gel moisturizer and the intensive moisture balance, and this time I tried the active moist and it's the perfect midpoint between the two. It absorbs well but moisturizes without feeling heavy or weighted. Perfect for my peri-dry /combination skin even though I'm usually oily in the summer and I'm no longer flaking by midday. Will be my new go-to. Hopefully it also works for my winter skin."
"Another good product from dermelogica. But for the price I might skip purchasing a full size."
"The first oil free moisturizer I've used that has actually helped with moisturizing my dry areas while not making me greasy. Other gel products sat on top of my skin and made it worse, this one is part of a regimen of dermalogica products I use for my sensitive skin to help maintain my skin barrier. Light but effective hydration, wait 5 minutes before putting on makeup. I use it am and pm."
"The best every day moisturizer! Been using it for years and it's my favorite"
"Not really liking this. I have oily/combination skin and every moisturizer for oily skin makes me more greasy. Also, you need to package your products better when shipping. The boxes are always open on the bottom and are not securely wrapped."
"Have used it for years. Light, not greasy, hydrating."
"Active moist moisturizer leaving my skin feeling hydrated."
"I have used this moisturizer for years at this point. I’ve tried others but I always end up breaking out and coming back to this one. Definitely recommend!"
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