Dermalogica Precleanse Oil Cleanser Travel Size 1 fl oz — Makeup Remover & Pore-Prep

Dermalogica Precleanse is a lightweight oil-based first step that dissolves makeup, sunscreen, excess oil and environmental grime so your regular cleanser can clean deeper.

This travel-size (1 fl oz) Precleanse offers the same concentrated oil-blend Dermalogica professionals use to remove stubborn waterproof makeup and surface impurities without stripping skin. It’s formulated to lift sebum, sunscreen and pollutants, helping follow-up cleansers reach pores more effectively. Because it’s an oil, it breaks down oil-based residue that water-based washes often leave behind, leaving skin prepped and comfortable.

How does Precleanse remove waterproof makeup and sunscreen?

The formula uses an oil-soluble base to attract and dissolve oil-based products that cling to the skin. When massaged onto dry skin the oil binds to makeup, SPF and sebum, allowing them to emulsify with water and rinse away cleanly.

• Melt-away action breaks down waterproof mascara and long-wear foundation.
• Emulsifies on contact with water for easy rinsing without residue.
• Prepares skin so your second-step cleanser can reach deeper into pores.

Will an oil cleanser clog pores or worsen oily skin?

Dermalogica designed Precleanse to be non-comedogenic and suitable for all skin types, including oily and acne-prone skin. It removes excess surface oil rather than adding to it, preventing pore-clogging buildup when used as the first step in a double-cleanse routine.

• Formulated to lift—not trap—sebum for a cleaner pore base.
• Use a small pump for oily skin; follow with your regular water-based cleanser.
• Rinses away completely during the second cleanse to avoid residual film.

How should I use this travel-size Precleanse in my routine?

Apply 1–2 pumps to dry skin and massage gently to dissolve makeup and oils, then add water to emulsify and rinse or follow with your preferred Dermalogica cleanser. Its compact size is ideal for travel or trial use, letting you maintain a professional-level cleansing ritual away from home.

• Massage on dry skin for 30–60 seconds to loosen debris.
• Add water to create a milky emulsion, then rinse thoroughly.
• Follow with your daily cleanser to complete a double-cleanse.

What results can I expect from regular use?

Used as a pre-cleanse, it helps your daily cleanser work more effectively so skin feels cleaner and makeup removal is more complete. It can reduce the appearance of residue and improve how subsequent skincare products absorb.

• Smoother application of serums and moisturizers after cleansing.
• Cleaner pores and reduced leftover product build-up.
• Gentle action suitable for frequent use, including nightly routines.

Who is this for: Dermalogica Precleanse travel size is for anyone who wears sunscreen, long-wear makeup or lives in urban environments with pollution exposure. It’s especially helpful for people wanting a reliable double-cleanse step—travelers, makeup wearers, and those with oily or combination skin who need an effective oil-based remover that won’t clog pores.

Ingredients

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-40 Sorbitan Peroleate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.