Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser — 10 fl oz Hydrating Cream Cleanser for Dry, Dehydrated Skin with BioReplenish Complex

Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser is a light, creamy face wash formulated to remove impurities while actively nourishing dry, depleted skin for a smoother, softer finish.

This creamy cleanser from Dermalogica uses a hydrating blend to clean without stripping, helping maintain the skin’s natural resilience. Enhanced with the brand’s BioReplenish Complex, the formula targets dryness and leaves skin feeling comfortable and luminous after rinsing. Its smooth texture glides easily across the face and rinses away without residue, making it a practical step in a daily routine for drier skin types.

How does this cleanser hydrate instead of drying skin out?

The Intensive Moisture Cleanser balances effective cleansing with moisturization by combining gentle surfactants and nourishing ingredients that support skin lipids. It’s designed to remove dirt and makeup without disrupting the skin’s moisture barrier, so the surface feels supple rather than tight after use.

• BioReplenish Complex to support skin’s natural moisture processes
• Mild, non-stripping cleansing agents
• Creamy formula that leaves no heavy residue
• Rinses clean while preserving softness

Will this product suit sensitive or reactive dry skin?

Formulated for dry and moisture-depleted skin, Dermalogica’s cleanser emphasizes gentle care. While it’s not a medical treatment, the mild texture and hydrating actives reduce the likelihood of irritation compared with harsher, foaming cleansers; patch testing is recommended for very reactive skin.

• Low-foam, cream base minimizes potential irritation
• Supports skin comfort after cleansing
• Suitable as the first step in a gentle skincare routine
• Patch test advised for highly reactive individuals

How should I incorporate this cleanser into my daily skincare routine?

Use the Intensive Moisture Cleanser twice daily—morning and evening—for best results. Apply to damp skin, massage gently to lift impurities, then rinse thoroughly; follow with toner, serum, or moisturizer suited to dry skin to lock in hydration.

• Apply to damp skin for even spread
• Massage gently for 30–60 seconds to remove build-up
• Rinse fully and pat skin dry, then follow with hydration steps
• Works well under makeup-removal or as single-step cleansing

What immediate effects can I expect after using it?

After rinsing, skin typically feels smoother, softer, and more comfortable compared with harsher cleansers. The formula clears impurities while leaving behind a subtle luminous finish rather than a tight or squeaky-clean sensation.

• Smoother texture immediately after cleansing
• Soft, less-dry surface feel
• Clean, luminous appearance without residue
• Prepares skin for moisturizers and serums

Who is this for? Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser is aimed at people with dry, environmentally stressed, or moisture-depleted skin who prefer a creamy, non-foaming wash. It’s also a good choice for anyone seeking a gentle daily cleanser that supports the skin’s natural resilience and layers easily with hydrating treatments. If you have very sensitive or medically compromised skin, consult a dermatologist before changing your routine.

• Features: Defends against dryness; delivers a smoother feel after cleansing; rinses away easily and leaves skin cleaner, softer, and more luminous.

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.