acne clearing skin wash

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Dermalogica

acne clearing skin wash

A face cleanser built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and barrier repair.

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Brand price

USD 49.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

The brand recommends it for

  • Oily skin
  • Combination skin
  • Normal skin
  • Sensitive skin
  • Acne & blemishes
  • Redness & rosacea
  • Dullness
  • Oiliness & shine

How to use

Work a pea-sized amount into a lather in wet hands. Apply to dampened face and neck, massaging in circular motions while concentrating on areas of congestion and oiliness. Avoid eye area. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.

Caution

Avoid eye area. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.

What's inside

Ingredients List

14 trigger at least one check · 40 trigger none

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Salicylic AcidPreservative
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  • BHA
  • Salicylic acid
  • Acne Fighting
  • Exfoliating
  • Oil Control
  • Pore Refining
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WaterSkin Conditioning
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GlycerinHumectant
0 / 0
  • Possibly animal-derived
  • Hydrating
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  • Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
  • May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
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  • Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
  • May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
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  • Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
  • May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
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0 / 0
  • Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
  • May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
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PropanediolViscosity Controlling
0-1 / —
  • Hydrating
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Sodium PCAHumectant
0 / 0
  • Hydrating

Key Ingredients

  • Vitamin E1

    Tocopherols — fat-soluble antioxidants.

    Tocopherol

  • Vitamin C (L-ascorbic acid)1

    L-ascorbic acid, the unesterified form of vitamin C.

    Ascorbic Acid

  • Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1

    Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.

    Zinc PCA

  • Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1

    Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.

    Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Extract

  • AHA1

    Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

    Citric Acid

  • BHA1

    Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.

    Salicylic Acid

  • Salicylic acid1

    The BHA used in acne treatment.

    Salicylic Acid

  • Niacinamide1

    Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

    Niacinamide

  • Vitamin C1

    Vitamin C in any form: an antioxidant and brightener.

    Ascorbic Acid

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