Dermalogica
intensive moisture cleanser
A creamy, hydrating cleanser that lifts away impurities while supporting dry, depleted skin.
- Fragrance free
- dry skin
- normal skin
What it is
Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Cleanser is a light, creamy facial wash designed to remove impurities without stripping dry skin. The brand says it actively nourishes dryness and dehydration while leaving skin feeling smoother and more luminous.
Key ingredients
- Ceramide NP: Supports the skin barrier and helps maintain moisture balance.
- Phytosterols: The formula uses plant sterols to help support comfort and hydration.
- Shea butter: Helps soften and cushion the skin during cleansing.
- Murumuru seed butter: Adds conditioning support and a richer feel to the cleanser.
- Plant oils and extracts: The formula includes orange, grapefruit and lemon peel oils as part of the scent and conditioning profile.
How to use
Use the cleanser morning and night on damp skin. Massage gently, then rinse thoroughly to leave skin clean, comfortable and ready for the rest of the routine.
Who should be careful
The product includes fragrance components such as citrus oils and limonene. If you are sensitive to fragrance or essential oils, check the full ingredient list before use. This is general information, not medical advice.
What the brand claims
Dermalogica says this cleanser removes impurities while actively nourishing dry, depleted skin. The brand recommends it for all skin types and specifically calls out dryness, dehydration and dullness as concerns it helps address.
Sources
- https://www.dermalogica.com/products/intensive-moisture-cleanser (checked 2026-10-11)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
| Category | Gel, Foam & Cream Facial Cleansers |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dermalogica |
| Model | 666151033054 |
| GTIN / UPC | 00666151033054 |
| Size | 150 mL |
| Form | Cream cleanser |
| Texture | Light, creamy |
| Key ingredients | Ceramide NP, phytosterols, shea butter, murumuru seed butter, and conditioning oils |
| When to use | Morning and night on damp skin |
| Key ingredient | None stated |
| Best for | dry, normal skin |
| Fragrance free | Yes |
| Worth knowing | Limonene |
| Full ingredient list | 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 |
| Size | 150 ml |
| Source | Brand's own product page Checked |
Common questions
What kind of cleanser is this?
Dermalogica describes it as a light, creamy cleanser that removes impurities while nourishing dry, depleted skin.
Which skin types does the brand recommend?
The official page says it is recommended for all skin types and targets dryness, dehydration and dullness.
How should it be used?
Use it morning and night on damp skin, then rinse thoroughly.
What are the main ingredients to know about?
Ceramide NP and phytosterols are highlighted in the formula to support hydration and leave skin feeling smoother after cleansing.