Wots Her Name Again? ❤ Dermalogica

In this post, I am excited to share some of my fav Dermalogica skincare products with you, as I have been raving about them for years.

My skin journey has been crazy, especially since I started to take medication for Lupus which has made my skin super oily. Before that, I was dealing with mid-acne, which also left me with hyperpigmentation which I covered with makeup, and the cycle of breakouts continued.  

It wasn’t until I was in my late 20s when I went to have my first facial, that I was introduced to Dermalogica. Once my facial was over, I received a Facial Map showing my skin issues. 

And a prescription of products to use. 

As the Dermalogica products are pretty pricey, I decided to try the travel kit to see how it goes before investing in the full-size products, which I eventually did, as the products for me are worth it as my skin responds to the products and the regime.  

 Dermalogica, Multi-active Toner

This is one of the products I originally started using. It is full of unique ingredients, and it smells great. The mist is a toner you apply after cleansing your face or throughout the day to tone and hydrate the skin.

Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant

A super gentle exfoliant comes in powder form and must be mixed with water before applying. Once mixed with water, the unique Rice-based powder formula activates and creates a foam releasing Papain, Salicylic Acid and Rice Enzymes that micro-exfoliate dead cells, instantly leaving skin smoother and brighter. Helping to balance uneven skin pigmentation and calm the skin, leaving it clear and refreshed.

It’s gentle enough to use daily, although I use it 4 times a week. I love how my skin looks and feels after use. So when it comes to makeup application, it’s super easy.

Dermalogica Precleanse

When I get home from work, this is the first product I go for to take off my makeup.

Well, it was until it until Dermalogica came up with the Precleanse Balm, which I will tell you about later. Precleanse is a deep cleansing oil that removes impurities and makeup from your skin. Part of the Double Cleanse regimen, the water-activated oil cleanser deconstructs layers of excess sebum (oil), waterproof makeup, environmental pollutants and product build-up on the skin.

You simply apply the Precleanse to your unclean face and the watch makeup, and all the oils and dirt collected throughout the day melt off.

Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel

The final step in Dermalogica’s Double Cleanse regimen, the Special Cleansing Gel, is perfect for my combination, spot-prone skin as I am not a fan of heavy cleansers because I which can cause me to break out even more; it also doesn’t feel like it dries my skin out at all. 

Dermalogica Solar Defense Booster Spf50

I recently started to use this under my makeup because it has SPF in it, and it also helps to control my oily skin. 

Total Eye Care Eye Cream

I recently started using this attempt to combat the dark circles around my eyes; it’s early days, so I can’t report any changes yet. However, it does give my eyes a brightening boost. It also has an SPF, which is a big plus. 

Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant

I love something that will leave my skin feeling super soft and glowing. It is one of those products that is so gentle on the skin you don’t need a lot of it, and after using this, I notice a massive difference in the way my makeup applies and how my skin feels.

Dermalogica Active Moist

If you struggle with oily skin, this product will be excellent for you as it is light and leaves your skin feeling hydrated.

Active Moist formula contains Silk Amino Acids and a unique combination of plant extracts that help improve skin texture and combat surface dehydration.

Unfortunately, I have yet to find one particular product to keep my skin nice and matte throughout the day; however, I have found that using the products I have mentioned has definitely helped prevent me from looking like an oil slick.

Precleanse Balm

My baby! Like the Pre Cleanse, this deep cleansing balm-to-oil melts impurities and makeup from your skin. Part of the Double Cleanse regimen begins with the Pre Cleanse Balm. This water-activated, balm-to-oil cleanser deconstructs layers of excess sebum (oil), waterproof makeup, environmental pollutants and product build-up on the skin. It comes with a Cleansing Mitt to help thoroughly cleanse debris from the skin’s surface and aid your recommended Dermalogica Cleanser to deliver more effective results.

The difference between the Precleanse Balm and the Precleanse Is the Precleanse Balm is a balm with a consistency similar to Vaseline and comes with a mitt, while the Precleanse is a liquid and does not come with a glove. 

Daily Superfoliant

Like the Daily Microfoliant, the Daily Superfoliant is a highly-active resurfacer that helps deliver the smoothest skin ever—made from activated Binchotan Charcoal which is excellent for purifying the skin and helps to adsorb toxins from deep within the pores.

Like the Daily Microfoliant, it foams up after contact with water and is to be gently massaged into the skin and washed off. However, Daily Microfoliant is gentle enough to use every day. The Daily Superfoliant should only be used 2-3 times a week.

Skin Hydrating Booster

This little baby is a super Hydrating fluid which helps restore moisture balance and minimize the appearance of fine dehydration lines and can bed used before or mixed with your moisturizer to help lift moisture levels.

I have also recently noticed the following product, which I would quite like to try:

Dermalogica Sound Sleep Cocoon

Revitalizing treatment gel cream transforms skin overnight by optimizing night-time skin recovery. Tamarind Seed Extract creates a nourishing cocoon of comfort for softer, more hydrated skin, while encapsulated, motion-activated French Lavender Essential Oil (with Sandalwood and Patchouli) work all night to promote deep, restful sleep for healthier-looking skin by morning. Other key ingredients include Persian Silk Tree Extract, which reduces signs of skin fatigue and restores vitality, while Wu-Zhu-Yu Extract provides visibly radiant skin by the a.m.

Have you ever tried products from Dermologica? What did you think?

Please leave a comment and let me know your thoughts.