Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser Review

Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser
Review

Does Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser Work?

 
Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser is a type of skincare product designed to be rinsed off, peeled off, or otherwise removed from the skin. Research confirming the moisturizing, anti-wrinkle, and soothing effects of such products is very limited. Therefore, we do not provide efficacy ratings for these types of skincare products.

However, you can explore the roles of specific ingredients in the Ingredients Explained section below.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
6
4
3
2
1.5
1.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
-0.85
0.3
0.3
0.2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
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Glycerin
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Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
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Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
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Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
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Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
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Sodium Astrocaryum Murumuruate
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Ceramide NP
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Phytosterols
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Palmitic Acid
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Stearic Acid
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Hydrogenated Coconut Acid
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Hydrolyzed Cottonseed Protein
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil
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Tocopherol
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Xanthan Gum
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Dimethicone
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
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Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil
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C12-13 Pareth-3
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Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
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Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Oil
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Myristic Acid
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Trideceth-12
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Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil
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Linoleic Acid
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Amyris Balsamifera Bark Oil
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Cananga Odorata Flower Oil
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil
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Cymbopogon Martini Oil
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Eugenia Caryophyllus (Clove) Leaf Oil
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Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
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Salvia Sclarea (Clary) Oil
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Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract
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Decyl Glucoside
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Canarium Luzonicum Gum Nonvolatiles
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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Flower Oil
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Guaiacum Officinale Wood Oil
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Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
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Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Oil
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Disodium EDTA
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Equisetum Arvense Extract
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Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Extract
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Pinus Sylvestris Cone Extract
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Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract
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Hexylene Glycol
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Linolenic Acid
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Pentylene Glycol
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Aminomethyl Propanol
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Sodium Chloride
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Sodium Isethionate
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Propanediol
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Butylene Glycol
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Polysilicone-11
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Sodium Hydroxide
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
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PEG-12 Dimethicone
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Limonene
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Glycerin
Est. %6
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Est. %4
Function
Origin
Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA natural occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient, it is a blend of glycerin and two fatty acids, caprylic and capric acid. It creates an oil-based protective layer on the skin, thereby preventing water loss.
Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Sodium Cocoyl IsethionateA coconut-derived surfactant that features gentle cleansing capabilities. This mild cleansing agent is commonly used in skin cleansing products and is especially useful in solid bar cleansers, like syndet bars.
Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Sodium Lauroyl GlutamateA naturally-derived amino-acid based cleansing ingredient. It is known to be a mild yet high foaming cleanser that won't strip skin or leave it feeling tight and dry.
Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer
Sodium Astrocaryum Murumuruate
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Astrocaryum Murumuruate
Ceramide NP
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ceramide NPAlso known as ceramide 3, it is the most common ceramide in our skin. It helps to restore the skin’s lipid barrier and alleviate the symptoms of dry and cracked skin. Research has shown that skin suffering from conditions such as AD lacks ceramides.
Phytosterols
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhytosterolsA plant-based version of cholesterol that is used for its emollient properties in skincare. The richest sources of phytosterols are corn, rapeseed, and wheat germ oil.
Palmitic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Palmitic AcidA saturated fatty acid used in skincare as a strongly occlusive moisturizer and barrier repairing, emollient ingredient. It is a waxy-looking, white solid. Palmitic acid can be commonly found in animal and vegetable fats, notably palm oil.
Stearic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Stearic AcidA saturated fatty acid found in vegetable butter and animal fats. It is an occlusive moisturizing and emollient ingredient and also helps to maintain the barrier function of the skin.
Hydrogenated Coconut Acid
Est. %0.3
Function