The Ultimate Guide to Dermalogica
Beauty Flash are the leading Dermalogica- certified stockists in the UK. We have specially trained Dermalogica therapists who can offer personalised advice on what Dermalogica product is best suited to you and your skincare needs.
If you would like to talk to one of our skincare therapists, feel free to contact us here.
In the meantime, we have put together this detailed guide to help you understand the various Dermalogica ranges and choose the best skincare products for you.
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What is Dermalogica/How did it start?
Dermalogica are industry leading skincare professionals who have received over 300 awards in their dedication to skin health worldwide.
The company was founded in 1986 by Jane Wurwand after it came to her attention that very few skin care ‘professionals’ focus their attention on continuing their skin health education.
Why choose Dermalogica?
What makes Dermalogica different from other skincare brands?
Unlike many other skincare brands, Dermalogica’s business model is built on education and training. They focus on skin health, rather than beauty.
Your skin is the largest organ in your body, so it is highly important to pay attention and take care of it!
Dermalogica’s carefully designed formulas and high-quality ingredients help you get the most out of your skincare products and overall skin health.
Do Dermalogica test on animals?
No. Dermalogica state that all their products are certified cruelty free.
Is Dermalogica vegan?
Dermalogica offer a range of vegan products formulated without animal-derived ingredients.
According to Dermalogica the following products are Vegan:
- Active Moist
- Calm Water- Gel
- Daily Microfoliant
- Daily superfoliant
- Overnight Repair Serum
- Precleanse
- Renewal Lip Complex
- Skin Hydrating Masque
- Skin Smoothing Cream
- Sound Sleep Cocoon
- Special Cleansing Gel
- Super Rich Repair
- UltraCalming cleanser
Dermalogica Ingredients
The ingredients in Dermalogica vary according to each product. Please check the back of each individual product for an up to date, detailed ingredients list before use.
Which Dermalogica products contain retinol?
Retinol or Vitamin A, is found in food and dietary supplements used to prevent Vitamin A deficiency. Retinol has many benefits which can help improve your skin. These include; improving elasticity, increasing moisture in the skin and smoothening out wrinkles.
The following Dermalogica products contain retinol:
- Dermalogica Age Smart Overnight Retinol Repair
- Dermalogica Age Smart Multivitamin Thermafoliant
- Dermalogica UltraSmoothing Eye Serum
- Dermalogica Skin Renewal Booster
Which Dermalogica products contain parabens?
Due to popular request, Dermalogica have phased out parabens from their existing and future products.
Which Dermalogica products contain nuts?
For allergies refer to individual product ingredients on the back of Dermalogica packaging.
You should also avoid the following products if you have a nut allergy:
Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract
- MediBac Clearing Complex
- Oil Free Matte SPF30
- Oil Control Lotion
- Post-Shave Balm
- Overnight Clearing Gel
- Oil Free Massage Base
- Sebum Clearing Masque
- Clearing Mattifier
Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf/Nut/Stem Oil
Aleurites Moluccana (Kukui) Seed Oil
- Skin Regenerating Cream
- Age Reversal Eye Complex
- Retinol Eye Concentrate
- Energizing Oil
- Clean Massage Oil Base
- Power Rich
- Precleanse
Almond Oil PEG-6 Esters
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
- Intensive Eye Repair
- Ultra Rich Body Cream
- Nightly Lip Treatment
- Super Rich Repair
- Soothing Shave Cream
- Renewal Lip Complex
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Extract
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter Unsaponifiables
- Nightly Lip Treatment
- Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
- Intensive Eye Repair
- Enzymatic Sea Mud Pack
- MultiVitamin Hand & Nail Treatment
- Daily Microfoliant
- Intensive Moisture Balance
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Seed Extract
Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder
PEG-60 Almond Glycerides
What causes acne?
Acne is caused by five main factors:
- overproduction of cells that line the sweat gland
- cell accumulation
- pores infected with acne bacteria
- skin inflammation
- Hormonal changes during puberty or hormonal fluctuations during you period or pregnancy
A combination of internal and external pressures like stress and diet can be also being held accounted for acne breakouts.
There are two types of acne; late-onset acne and persistent acne. Persistent acne is the diagnosis of those who have generally had acne as a teen and it hasn’t cleared in their mid-twenties. Symptoms of persistent acne often include.
- Inflamed pimples commonly found along the lower face, mouth, chin and jaw line
- Deep seated, painful lesions
- Scarring
For teenage acne, check out Dermalogica’s Clear Start range.
Late-onset acne refers to those who have experienced acne for the first time either in their 20s, 30s or 40s, sometimes appearing during menopause.
Statistics have shown that between the ages of 12-24, 85% of people experience at least minor acne, with a further 70% experiencing it later into their twenties.
Furthermore, research has shown that:
- 1/20 adult women suffer from acne
- 1/100 adult men suffer from acne
- 4/5 teenagers get some sort of acne
Dermalogica offer an extensive MediBac product range targeted at assisting with persistent and adult acne.
Please see below for recommended MediBac products:
Product: MediBac Clearing Skin Wash
About: A naturally foaming cleanser which helps clear bacteria and oils on skin that is prone to breakouts and acne.
Benefits
- Removes excess oil without stripping the skin
- Reduces the occurrence of future breakouts
- Calms irritation with its soothing botanicals
Product: MediBac Breakout Control
About: The mediBac breakout control gel by Dermalogica is a fast-absorbing, antibacterial treatment that eliminates and prevents future acne breakouts.
Benefits
- Antibacterial treatment
- Eliminates and prevents future breakouts
- Non-drying formula that leaves skin feeling smooth
- Removes bacteria and control acne
- Fast absorbing
- No artificial fragrances, parabens or colours
Product: MediBac Sebum Clearing Masque
About: The mediBac Sebum Clearing mask is a clay masque that absorbs excess surface oil from the skin and acts to prevent further acne breakouts.
Benefits
- Calms irritation with ‘cooling’ ingredients
- Strengthens the follicle membrane wall
- Removes excess oil from the skin
- Controls inflammation of the skin caused by follicle eruptions
- Prevents further breakouts
As with many other skin conditions, lifestyle, diet and environment can have a significant impact and cause skin sensitivity.
According to Dermalogica, the three main symptoms of skin sensitisation are;According to Dermalogica, the three main symptoms of skin sensitisation are;
- Redness
- Dehydration
- A damaged skin barrier
These can also cause your skin to feel itchy and appear red and blotchy.
Dermalogica provide a skin sensitivity risk assessment that you can complete, based on your location. The risk assessment details your exposure to factors such as pollution, temperature and humidity which enhance skin sensitivity.
In most circumstances, treating skin sensitivity is generally straightforward, particularly when using the right products. Dermalogica’s UltraCalming range help sooth irritation caused by sensitive skin and protect from further external triggers. See below for our recommended products.
Recommended products:
Product: UltraCalming Cleanser
About: A lightweight, delicate gel that cleanses the skin without damaging the skin’s barrier.
Benefits:
- Also works as a makeup remover
- Smoothens the skin and minimizes agitation
- Doesn’t leave any residue
- PH-balanced
Product: UltraCalming Calm Water Gel
About: A hydrating, light, gel moisturiser that forms a shield against harmful environmental agents.
Benefits:
- Perfect for those who experience dry and irritated skin
- Is fast absorbing
- It hydrates and softens irritated skin
- It acts as a barrier against dryness and damage from weather
Product: Dermalogica Barrier Repair
About: A gentle moisturiser that acts as a barrier against environmental and internal triggers that cause skin damage and sensitivity.
Benefits:
- Fights free radicals and prevents moisture loss
- Leaves a velvety, smooth feel- perfect for makeup application
- Acts as a barrier against environmental assault and further environmental damage
- Formulated to treat even the most sensitive of skin
If you are unsure about what product to use, why not try their UltraCalming Skin Kit? Here you can get a taste of the range and see which products best suited to your skin.
The medical term for oily skin is Seborrhea and is the result of overactive sebaceous glands.
The main cause of oily skin is genetics, however, there are several factors which can contribute to oily skin/worsen the symptoms:
- Air pollution: Check out Dermalogica’s Skin pollution index to see how at risk you are.
- Cosmetics & makeup: some products can trap oil in the skin. Apply light layers of makeup and make sure you remove ALL of your makeup before going to bed.
- Diet: this includes dairy, refined carbohydrates, saturated & trans fats, sugar, salt and alcohol
- Hormones: Menstrual cycle/fluctuation in hormones
Symptoms of oily skin include:
- Shiny complexion
- Breaking out more frequently
- Large pores
- Obvious blackheads
This can cause difficulty when trying to find non-greasy, non-oily lotions.
Dermalogica provide a variety of oil-free, matte finish products. See below for our recommendations.
Recommended products:
Product: Dermalogica Oil Control Lotion
About: A light, oil free lotion that absorbs excess oil from the surface of the skin, and leaves a moisturising, 12-hour matte finish.
Benefits:
- Reduces shine and removes excess oil
- Leaves an all-day matte finish
- Moisturises and soothes irritated skin
- Clears congestion
- Prevents future breakouts
Product: Dermalogica Dermal Clay Cleanser
About: A refreshing cleanser containing cooling menthol, water soluble clays and purifying botanical extracts.
Benefits:
- Thoroughly removes dead cell debris and excess oil
- Works to prevent future breakouts
- Contains ingredients which help calm irritation and cools the skin
- Cleanses the skin
Product: Dermalogica Active Moist
About: A rehydrating, lightweight, oil-free lotion aimed at treating surface dehydration and removing excess oil.
Benefits:
- Doesn’t leave this skin shiny
- Fast absorbing
- Improves the skins texture
- Is easy to apply
- Enables oil-free hydration
Unsure about which product to choose? Why not try Dermalogica’s skin kit for oily skin.
Although skin aging is a natural and normal process, there are a lot of factors which can accelerate the process. This is a combination of lifestyle habits like diet, smoking and excessive alcohol consumption and environmental factors like sun exposure. Making an effort to minimise these lifestyle habits, and ensuring you are protecting your skin from sun exposure, can have a significant impact on your overall skin health and appearance.
Visible signs of skin aging include:
- A change in skin texture- sometimes a rough, uneven skin texture
- Dullness in colour of the skin
- Appearance of wrinkles and fine lines
- Uneven skin tones, sometimes including sun spots
- Dry patches on the hands and face
With today’s advancement in skincare, many of these symptoms can be treated with the right products.
Dermalogica provide an Age Smart skincare range targeted at firming the skin, reducing visible signs of aging and controlling aging triggers before they start.
Recommended products:
Product: Dermalogica Age Smart Multivitamin Power Firm
About: A powerful, firming formula, that contains skin-rebuilding vitamins and protective ingredients to leave your skin feeling tight and hydrated.
Benefits:
- Helps protect the skin from environmental damage and stress
- Improves skins elasticity and firmness
- Minimizes signs of aging
- Rehydrates the skin
- Can also be used on lips and eyes
Product: Dermalogica AGE Smart Multivitamin Hand and Nail Treatment
About: An ultra-hydrating, non-greasy hand lotion that protects and repairs chapped hands.
Benefits:
- Reduces signs of premature aging & hyperpigmentation
- Repairs damaged skin and dry cracked cuticles
- Strengthens nails
- It’s fast absorbing and provides relief for dry hands
Product: Dermalogica Age Smart Age Reversal Eye Complex
About: Breakthrough eye treatment that reverses multiple signs of aging around the delicate eye area.
Benefits:
- Minimises signs of aging
- Reduces the appearance of lines around the delicate eye area
- Targets and treats areas of concern including; puffiness, dark circles, dehydrated skin, wrinkles and crow’s feet.
- Strengthens blood capillaries and increases blood microcirculation.
- Strengthens and firms the skin
Product: Dermalogica AGE Smart Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF50
About: medium weight, daily moisturiser that acts as a shield against internal and external causes of aging.
Benefits:
- Contains Reactive oxygen species which help the skins natural ability to fight skin ageing
- Fights free radicals and prevents moisture loss
- Leaves an even, velvety feel on the skin- perfect for applying make-up
- Acts as a shield against harmful, external factors that influence aging
- Regulates the production of collagen-degrading MMPs.
- No artificial colours or fragrances
- SPF50
Other products in the range include:
- Dermalogica Age Smart Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque
- Dermalogica Age Smart Skin Resurfacing Cleanser
- Dermalogica Age Smart Antioxidant Hydramist
- Dermalogica Age Smart Map 15 Regenerator
- Dermalogica Age Smart Renewal Lip Complex
- Dermalogica Age Smart Multivitamin Thermafoliant
- Dermalogica Age Smart Overnight Repair Serum
- Dermalogica Age Smart Skinperfect Primer
- Dermalogica Age Smart Multivitamin Power Serum
Unsure about which product to choose? Why not try Dermalogica’s Age Smart Starter Kit, to get an idea of the products and which ones work best for you.
Want to learn more about Dermalogica moisturisers, cleansers and makeup removers? Read part two of our guide here
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