Achieve brighter, smoother skin every day with this iconic exfoliating powder. Rice-based powder, rich in Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), activates upon contact with water, releasing Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Bran to polish skin to perfection. A Skin Brightening Complex of Phytic Acid from Rice Bran, White Tea and Licorice helps balance uneven skin tone while a super-soothing blend of Colloidal Oatmeal and Allantoin helps calm skin. Gentle enough for daily use.
clinical results
AFTER 1-7 DAYS OF USE:
improves skin smoothness
reduces the appearance blackheads*
AFTER 1-4 WEEKS OF DAILY USE:
brightens skin
minimizes look of dark spots*
how to use
Brighter & Smoother
When to Apply
Use of Daily Microfoliant® after cleansing, once daily morning or night. If you’re new to exfoliation or have sensitive skin, start every other day and build to daily use as tolerated. For daytime, always follow with SPF; at night, follow with your toner and moisturizer.
Do not use on sunburned, irritated, or recently waxed/resurfaced skin, or while using prescribed acne or Vitamin A–derived exfoliants.
How to Apply Powder:
Dispense about a half-teaspoon of Daily Microfoliant® into very wet hands and rub together to create a creamy paste. Apply to face and neck in circular motions, avoiding the eye area. Massage gently for 1 minute, then rinse thoroughly. Follow with your Dermalogica toner and moisturizer.
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.
What’s Recyclable: The bottle and cap of this Dermalogica product are fully recyclable. The paper used in this carton is recyclable and comes from FSC certified responsibly managed forests.
How to Recycle: Ensure bottle is as empty as possible. Open the sifter and discard desiccant bag. Place back sifter and cap on the bottle, before placing in its recycling bin. Place carton in its recycling bin.
2.6 oz Refill:
Material Breakout: Plastic Laminate (White PE + EVOH)
Recycling Instructions: Dispose bag in waste bin or collection point if available.
What’s Recyclable: The bottle, sifter and cap of this Dermalogica product are fully recyclable. The paper used in this carton is recyclable and comes from FSC certified responsibly managed forests.
How to Recycle: Ensure bottle is as empty as possible. Open the sifter and discard desiccant bag. Place back sifter and cap on the bottle, before placing in its recycling bin. Place carton in its recycling bin.
Recycling is subject to local policies and facilities.
Dispense about 1⁄2 teaspoon into very wet hands, rub to form a creamy paste, massage onto face in circular motions for about 1 minute (avoid eyes), then rinse thoroughly.
Can I use Daily Microfoliant every day?
Yes - the formula is described as gentle enough for daily use. Adjust frequency if you experience irritation.
What are the key active ingredients?
Key ingredients include Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Enzymes to polish skin to perfection. A Skin Brightening Complex of Phytic Acid from Rice Bran, White Tea and Licorice helps balance uneven skin tone while a super-soothing blend of Colloidal Oatmeal and Allantoin helps calm skin. Gentle enough for daily use.
Does it have added fragrance?
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.
Is this suitable for acne-prone or oily skin?
Many users report it helps remove dead skin and reduce clogged pores; it's frequently used by people with oily or acne-prone skin to clarify texture.
What is the product texture like?
It is a Rice-based powder that activates upon contact with water turning into a creamy paste and gentle foam, releasing Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Enzymes to polish skin to perfection.
How do I recycle the packaging?
The bottle and cap are recyclable (PP resin code 5); remove the desiccant bag and follow local recycling rules. The carton is paper and recyclable.
Achieve brighter, smoother skin every day with this iconic exfoliating powder. Rice-based powder, rich in Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs), activates upon contact with water, releasing Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Bran to polish skin to perfection. A Skin Brightening Complex of Phytic Acid from Rice Bran, White Tea and Licorice helps balance uneven skin tone while a super-soothing blend of Colloidal Oatmeal and Allantoin helps calm skin. Gentle enough for daily use.
Use of Daily Microfoliant® after cleansing, once daily morning or night. If you’re new to exfoliation or have sensitive skin, start every other day and build to daily use as tolerated. For daytime, always follow with SPF; at night, follow with your toner and moisturizer.
Do not use on sunburned, irritated, or recently waxed/resurfaced skin, or while using prescribed acne or Vitamin A–derived exfoliants.
How to Apply Powder:
Dispense about a half-teaspoon of Daily Microfoliant® into very wet hands and rub together to create a creamy paste. Apply to face and neck in circular motions, avoiding the eye area. Massage gently for 1 minute, then rinse thoroughly. Follow with your Dermalogica toner and moisturizer.
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.
What’s Recyclable: The bottle and cap of this Dermalogica product are fully recyclable. The paper used in this carton is recyclable and comes from FSC certified responsibly managed forests.
How to Recycle: Ensure bottle is as empty as possible. Open the sifter and discard desiccant bag. Place back sifter and cap on the bottle, before placing in its recycling bin. Place carton in its recycling bin.
2.6 oz Refill:
Material Breakout: Plastic Laminate (White PE + EVOH)
Recycling Instructions: Dispose bag in waste bin or collection point if available.
What’s Recyclable: The bottle, sifter and cap of this Dermalogica product are fully recyclable. The paper used in this carton is recyclable and comes from FSC certified responsibly managed forests.
How to Recycle: Ensure bottle is as empty as possible. Open the sifter and discard desiccant bag. Place back sifter and cap on the bottle, before placing in its recycling bin. Place carton in its recycling bin.
Recycling is subject to local policies and facilities.
Dispense about 1⁄2 teaspoon into very wet hands, rub to form a creamy paste, massage onto face in circular motions for about 1 minute (avoid eyes), then rinse thoroughly.
Can I use Daily Microfoliant every day?
Yes - the formula is described as gentle enough for daily use. Adjust frequency if you experience irritation.
What are the key active ingredients?
Key ingredients include Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Enzymes to polish skin to perfection. A Skin Brightening Complex of Phytic Acid from Rice Bran, White Tea and Licorice helps balance uneven skin tone while a super-soothing blend of Colloidal Oatmeal and Allantoin helps calm skin. Gentle enough for daily use.
Does it have added fragrance?
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.
Is this suitable for acne-prone or oily skin?
Many users report it helps remove dead skin and reduce clogged pores; it's frequently used by people with oily or acne-prone skin to clarify texture.
What is the product texture like?
It is a Rice-based powder that activates upon contact with water turning into a creamy paste and gentle foam, releasing Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Enzymes to polish skin to perfection.
How do I recycle the packaging?
The bottle and cap are recyclable (PP resin code 5); remove the desiccant bag and follow local recycling rules. The carton is paper and recyclable.
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daily microfoliant exfoliator
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Overall rating: 4.806415 / 5 from 4396 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This daily microfoliant exfoliator is highly recommended for all skin types, offering noticeable improvements in skin brightness, texture, and tone. It effectively removes dead skin cells, leaving skin feeling soft, refreshed, and clean. Ideal for daily use, it provides quick and amazing results, making skin look healthy and radiant.
Summary topics
Skin Brightness Improvement (3%): It was observed by customers that they noticed a huge difference in their skin after using this product.
Exfoliation Results (4%): It was noted by customers that the powder exfoliant provided great, amazing, and quick results.
Skin Feel After Use (23%): Many customers brought up that this product leaves their skin feeling soft, refreshed, and clean.
Product Size (4%): It was highlighted by customers that the size of the product is perfect and great for traveling.
"Makes my face look fresh and bright and the skin feels super soft." — Diina
"My skin always feels so smooth and looks so bright after using this exfoliator." — Ariel K.
"It cleanses my face so well, and my skin feels amazing after using it." — Aga
Reviews
Red irritated skin No more!!
"My skin has never felt and looked so good. I suffer from broken blood vessels/rosacea, and this has been a game changer for me the balance between soothing my irritated skin and fixing the dryness. This is the holy Grail of skincare routines."
— Amber N. (5/5)
Gentle daily use with great results
"This is a new product for me but I instantly loved it! I’m in Florida and often in hot and humid conditions because of my job. This product is so gentle and because it works differently to the old scrubs I’ve always relied on I’ve found I can use it every day without irritation. You get soft, smooth clean skin without any tightness. Definitely a fan!"
— Louise C. (5/5)
Leave skin looking fresh and rejuvenated
"I use this exfoliator daily and it keeps my skin always looking fresh. It removes dead cells and polishes the surface smoothing fine lines and sun spots. I love it!"
— Elena (5/5)
This daily microfoliant exfoliant is
"This daily microfoliant exfoliant is my favorite facial cleanser. Also, it's not too harsh and never leaves my skin red. In addition, I saved my original container and was able to just purchase the refill!"
— Heather M. (5/5)
Best Daily Exfoliator
"I have been using this product for the last 6 months and when I don’t use it my face shows it. This is the most gentle exfoliator I have used in a while. It gets not only to the surface level of my face but underneath the surface, getting rid of all that dead skin. The quality is unmatched and it’s smooth application when you know how to use it right. No matter what skin care routine I’m doing, this product will never be out of the rotation."
— Kathy F. (5/5)
Excellent Product
"I have used this for years—-gentle but works very well. Keeps my skin looking vibrant—and…I am 73."
— Deborah C. (5/5)
Best Exfoliating product
"It's my daily routine. Using since years. Must try."
— S. A. (5/5)
bright skin
"i use this product for 10 years and still my favorite. refill one is great idea"
— narmin (5/5)
The BEST!
"Loved it, works so well. Cleared my acne and made my skin glow! I cannot be without it now. I use it every day. My skin is sensitive and I suffer from redness too. It's calming and doesn't dry me out or cause any discomfort like other exfoliants have. I also feel like serums and moisturizers sink deeper and work better after I use this."
— Rebecca S. (5/5)
HIGHLY recommend for smoother skin
"I LOVE this product. My 40+ year old skin feels so much smoother using it consistently! The texture is my skin is much improved, especially when combining it with the glycolic cleanser. (I would recommend not keeping the container in the shower, however; I wanted to have it conveniently close when cleansing, but it will clump up when left in damp areas, and I already lost use of a good bit of my last container of it due to that. Expensive oops)"
— Kelly D. (5/5)
Q&A
New choices . What is the difference between the rice daily and the milk daily?
Hello, Thank you for reaching out to Dermalogica. Both Daily Microfoliant and Daily Milkfoliant are gentle powder exfoliants that activate with water, but they are designed for different skin concerns. Daily Microfoliant is ideal for those looking to brighten skin, improve uneven tone, smooth texture, and help minimize the appearance of pores. It contains rice-based exfoliants and brightening ingredients that leave the skin feeling polished and refreshed. Daily Milkfoliant is our gentlest exfoliating powder and is especially suited for sensitive, dry, or barrier-compromised skin. It uses oat and coconut-based powders along with calming ingredients to provide mild exfoliation while helping support the skin's moisture barrier. In summary: Choose Daily Microfoliant for brighter, smoother-looking skin and more noticeable exfoliation. Choose Daily Milkfoliant if your skin is sensitive or in need of extra nourishment and barrier support. Please let us know if we can be of any further assistance, we are happy to help. Kind Regards Leslie Dermalogica Professional Skin Therapist
Can this be used on the bikini area?
Hello Tiana, Thank you for choosing Dermalogica. Yes, daily microfoliant can be used all over the body as an exfoliant. Just make sure water doesn't get into the bottle because it will clump. For more questions please reach out at: https://www.dermalogica.com/pages/contact-us Kind Regards, Melissa Dermalogica Professional Skin Therapist
Am I supposed to fully or partially dissolve the granular texture in my wet hands before applying to wet face? I’m not clear if the granules are meant to act as a physical then chemical exfoliant or as a chemical exfoliant only. Thank you!
Hello Erin, Thank you for choosing Dermalogica. Daily Microfoliant should be mixed with water and whipped between the hands until a light, foamy consistency is formed, with little to no grainy feel remaining before applying to the skin. If you have more questions or would like to speak with us we offer free skin consultations via chat with our professional skin experts on https://www.dermalogica.com/pages/contact-us. We also offer free video consultations. Here is a link to book a free 20 minute video consultation with one of our professional skin therapists! https://book.squareup.com/appointments/k7tld5n6eu1pdc/location/L82JXPV66VRSC/services We look forward to speaking to you. Kind Regards, Melissa Dermalogica Professional Skin Therapist
Is the powder exfoliate is sutlbale for sesitive ans redness skin?
Hello Meena, Thank you for reaching out to us with your question! Yes, the Daily Microfoliant is gentle enough for most individuals with sensitive or redness-prone skin. It provides a mild yet effective exfoliation that helps smooth and brighten the skin without being abrasive. However, if your skin tends to be easily irritated or reactive, you might find that the Daily Milkfoliant is an even better fit. It’s formulated with soothing ingredients to calm and comfort the skin while still providing the benefits of gentle exfoliation. With either option, we recommend starting slowly—use it about 2–3 times a week for the first few weeks to allow your skin time to adjust. You can gradually increase usage as your skin becomes more accustomed to it, since everyone’s skin responds a bit differently. If you’d like, we can also help you decide which one would be best for your specific skin concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at dermalogica.com/pages/contact-us. We’re here to help! Kindly, Sandra
Can this be used after cleansing with the Age Smart resurfacing cleanser?
Hello Christine, Thank you for reaching out to Dermalogica. Yes, you may use these two items within the same skincare routine. Kind Regards Willow Dermalogica Professional Skin Therapist
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