Dermalogica
oil to foam total cleanser
A gel-oil facial cleanser that turns to foam with water and is designed to remove makeup, sunscreen, sebum, and debris.
- Fragrance free
- oily skin
- dry skin
- combination skin
- sensitive skin
- normal skin
What it is
Dermalogica Oil to Foam Total Cleanser is a dual makeup remover and facial cleanser. Its gel-oil starts dissolving surface oil and makeup, then becomes a foam when water is added.
Key ingredients
- Sea buckthorn oil: The brand says the cleanser is infused with this oil.
- Plant-derived prebiotic: Dermalogica describes the formula as containing a prebiotic and says skin feels soft and smooth after cleansing.
How to use
Slightly dampen the face and massage the gel-oil over the face and eyes. Wet the hands and keep massaging to create foam, then rinse with warm water.
Who should be careful
The ingredient list includes citrus and lavender-related essential oils, plus limonene, linalool, and citral. Dermalogica notes that botanical extracts and essential oils may have a natural scent. People sensitive to these ingredients may wish to review the list. This is general product information, not medical advice.
What the brand claims
Dermalogica says the cleanser’s gel-oil removes makeup, sebum, and sunscreen, then foams with water to wash away debris and leave skin feeling soft and smooth. These are product claims from the brand, not our findings.
This page reports what is printed on the label for Dermalogica oil to foam total cleanser. Data is taken from the manufacturer page linked above.
Sources
- https://www.dermalogica.com/products/oil-to-foam-total-cleanser (checked 2026-10-11)
We have not tested this product.
What's on the label
| Category | Gel, Foam & Cream Facial Cleansers |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dermalogica |
| GTIN / UPC | 00666151113435 |
| Size | 8.4 fl oz |
| Form | Oil-to-foam cleanser |
| Texture | Gel-oil that transforms into foam |
| Key ingredients | Sea buckthorn oil and plant-derived prebiotic |
| When to use | During cleansing |
| Key ingredient | None stated |
| Best for | oily, dry, combination, sensitive, normal skin |
| Fragrance free | Yes |
| Worth knowing | Limonene, Linalool, Citral |
| Full ingredient list | Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, PEG-60 Almond Glycerides, Hydroxyacetophenone, Camellia Oleifera Seed Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Fruit Oil, Tocopherol, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, 1,2-Hexanediol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Saccharide Isomerate, Polysorbate 20, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Citrate, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral |
| Size | Not stated |
| Source | Brand's own product page Checked |
Common questions
Who does Dermalogica recommend this cleanser for?
Dermalogica recommends it for all skin types.
How does the oil-to-foam texture work?
Massage the gel-oil over slightly damp skin, then add water with wet hands to create foam and rinse with warm water.
Can it remove makeup and sunscreen?
The brand says it is formulated to dissolve makeup, sebum, and sunscreen and wash away debris.
Does the formula contain aromatic ingredients?
Yes. The ingredient list includes several essential oils and the brand notes botanical extracts and essential oils can have a natural scent.
What size is listed?
The official product page lists 8.4 oz.