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Dermalogica
dynamic skin recovery spf50 moisturizer
A moisturizer with spf built around Chemical sunscreen and Peptides, for barrier repair and hydration.
Brand price
USD 29.50 · 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
- Dry skin
- Combination skin
- Normal skin
- Fine lines & wrinkles
- Dryness & dehydration
How to use
After cleansing and toning, apply a generous amount to face and neck, preferably 30 minutes prior to sun exposure.
What's inside
Ingredients List
30 trigger at least one check · 31 trigger none
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene
Sunscreen5
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Titanium Dioxide
Benefits
Hydrating12
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Butylene Glycol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Gluconolactone, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Propanediol, Squalane, Tocopherol, Urea
Barrier Repair13
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Lecithin, Squalane, Tocopherol
Reduces Irritation4
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Bisabolol, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Smoothing9
Refines rough or uneven texture.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Dimethicone, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lecithin, Squalane
Pore Refining2
Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.
Sun Protection6
Filters UV to help prevent sun damage.
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Homosalate, Octocrylene, Titanium Dioxide
Anti-Pollution6
Helps defend against airborne pollutants.
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Limon Peel Extract, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Tocopherol
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes, Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Lecithin, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Polysorbate 60, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan Isostearate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris2
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Irritation18
May cause stinging, redness or sensitivity.
Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil, Tocopherol
May Worsen Eczema17
May worsen itching or irritation for eczema-prone skin.
Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
May Worsen Rosacea17
Can trigger flare-ups in rosacea-prone skin.
Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Citronellol, Citrus Limon Peel Oil, Cupressus Sempervirens Leaf Oil, Cymbopogon Martini Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Bud Oil, Eugenia Caryophyllus Leaf Oil, Eugenol, Geraniol, Limonene, Linalool, Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil, Rosa Damascena Flower Oil
Ingredients Explained
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Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane →Homosalate
Fragrance, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Homosalate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Homosalate →Ethylhexyl Salicylate
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Ethylhexyl Salicylate is a chemical UV filter.
Learn more about Ethylhexyl Salicylate →Octocrylene
Light Stabilizer, UV Absorber, UV Filter
Octocrylene is a UV filter banned by Palau over coral-reef concerns.
Learn more about Octocrylene →Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes
Emulsion Stabilising, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Carthamus Tinctorius Oleosomes →Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Learn more about Butylene Glycol →Dimethicone
Antifoaming, Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Skin Protecting
Dimethicone is a silicone.
Learn more about Dimethicone →C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate →Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Propanediol →
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