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Dermalogica's iconic foaming gel cleanser — sold continuously since 1986 as the brand's flagship SKU and a fixture in dermatologist offices and aesthetic clinics worldwide. Built around naturally-foaming Quillaja Saponaria bark extract (rather than harsh sulfates), with calming balm mint and lavender. Sits in the rare category of skincare products that have outlasted entire era cycles — the brand's 'professional-grade' positioning is genuinely earned, not a marketing claim.
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Special Cleansing Gel by Dermalogica is formulated for all, normal, combination, oily skin. Dermalogica's iconic foaming gel cleanser — sold continuously since 1986 as the brand's flagship SKU and a fixture in dermatologist offices and aesthetic clinics worldwide. Built around naturally-foaming Quillaja Saponaria bark extract (rather than harsh sulfates), with calming balm mint and lavender. Sits in the rare category of skincare products that have outlasted entire era cycles — the brand's 'professional-grade' positioning is genuinely earned, not a marketing claim.
The key active ingredients in Special Cleansing Gel are Glycerin. It's known for: Quillaja saponaria as the foaming agent is gentler than the SLS/SLES alternatives at this tier and Soap-free, pH-balanced — won't disturb the acid mantle.
Yes, Special Cleansing Gel targets oiliness, pores. Quillaja saponaria as the foaming agent is gentler than the SLS/SLES alternatives at this tier
Special Cleansing Gel retails for around $39, which places it in the mid range for cleansers. Check the "Where to Buy" section above for current retailer prices.
The main drawbacks to be aware of: Lavender + citronella + bergamot oils mean the fragrance profile is potent — not for fragrance-averse users; Sulfosuccinate-led surfactant base is moderate-strength — not as gentle as cream cleansers for compromised barriers; Alcohol denat. and citrus oils may sting on freshly-shaved skin.
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