Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel
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February 03, 2009
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Summary
Brand
Size
250 ml
Indicative Price
£27.00
Price per 100 ml/g
£10.80
Discontinued
Description
Like a special delivery for your skin, Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel treats your skin to a soothing, rich lather as it gently loosens and removes excess oil, makeup, dead skin cells, and all other surface debris. It is soap-free, fragrance-free, and free of dyes, making it perfect for even the most sensitive skin types.
Key benefits:
· Soap-free, fragrance-free cleanser washes away impurities without stripping or drying.
· Calming agents work to soothe and purify skin.
· Gentle foaming lather cleanses away toxins and debris without over-drying, leaving a super-clean surface.
· Use with Exfoliating Face Brush for a dual-action exfoliating cleanse.
Key benefits:
· Soap-free, fragrance-free cleanser washes away impurities without stripping or drying.
· Calming agents work to soothe and purify skin.
· Gentle foaming lather cleanses away toxins and debris without over-drying, leaving a super-clean surface.
· Use with Exfoliating Face Brush for a dual-action exfoliating cleanse.
Directions
Following the application of PreCleanse, gently lather a small amount of gel in moistened hands and apply to dampened face and throat. Rinse with warm water. Follow with Multi-Active Toner and prescribed Dermalogica Moisturizer.
Ingredients
Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Disodium Lauroamphodiacetate, Sodium Trideceth Sulfate, Hexylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose; Extract Of: Lavandula Angustifolia (lavender), Melissa Officinalis Leaf, Quillaja Saponaria Bark; Essential Oils Of: Lavandula Angustifolia (lavender), Melissa Officinalis Leaf; PPG-5-ceteth-20, Citric Acid, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.
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User reviews
6 reviews
Overall rating
4.2
Packaging
4.7(6)
Texture
4.7(6)
Mildness
3.8(6)
Effectiveness
4.2(6)
Ease of use
4.4(6)
Scent
3.8(6)
Value for Money
3.5(6)
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Cleanser
(Updated: July 05, 2026)
Overall rating
5.0
Packaging
5.0
Texture
5.0
Mildness
5.0
Effectiveness
5.0
Ease of use
5.0
Scent
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
User Reviews
Strongest points
Easy use
Weakest points
None
Summary
So great cleanser. Makes skin so cleansed, refreshed, soft and hydrated.
Would you recommend this product?
Yes
Super gentle
(Updated: July 05, 2026)
Overall rating
4.9
Packaging
5.0
Texture
5.0
Mildness
5.0
Effectiveness
5.0
Ease of use
4.5
Scent
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
User Reviews
Strongest points
No scent
Gentle
Mild on your skin
Non drying
Soothing
Good wash
Gentle
Mild on your skin
Non drying
Soothing
Good wash
Weakest points
Nothing
Summary
This was creates a nice lather. It really cleans the clean, it hydrates and is no drying. This is perfect for sensitive skin. This has no scent and soothes the skin.
Would you recommend this product?
Yes
Cleanses and Moisturizes
(Updated: July 05, 2026)
Overall rating
4.2
Packaging
5.0
Texture
5.0
Mildness
4.0
Effectiveness
5.0
Ease of use
5.0
Scent
2.0
Value for Money
3.0
User Reviews
Strongest points
+ good texture
+ great cleansing results
+ moisturizing
+ no harsh ingredients
+ basic treatment properties (can combat black spots)
+ great cleansing results
+ moisturizing
+ no harsh ingredients
+ basic treatment properties (can combat black spots)
Weakest points
- expensive
- unpleasant smell
- difficult to come by
- unpleasant smell
- difficult to come by
Summary
I tried Dermatologica Special Cleansing Gel as a 7ml sample provided by the B.O.T. team. It is a transparent thick gel substance with a bit chemical or resin smell (may be off-putting and overpowering at first). It has proven to be a good cleanser for my face since it does not contain aggressive ingredients (as usual soap) and has an excellent lathering properties. It perfectly removes all make-up without any itching or burning/stinging sensations (unless it gets into the eyes) leaving the skin moisturized and well-cared for. It also has diminished several nagging black spots which I used to have on my nose. In comparison to my two-phased micellar water it is definitely and improvement but the former beats this gel due to its scent and a better price/volume ratio. It is also difficult to come by in stores due to its cost.
In general I can recommend it (especially if you have an extra money to spare) since it deliveres velvety and smooth skin.
In general I can recommend it (especially if you have an extra money to spare) since it deliveres velvety and smooth skin.
Would you recommend this product?
Yes
Good but not that good
(Updated: July 05, 2026)
Overall rating
2.4
Packaging
3.0
Texture
3.0
Mildness
2.0
Effectiveness
3.0
Ease of use
3.0
Scent
2.0
Value for Money
1.0
User Reviews
Strongest points
A nice lather than works well.
Weakest points
Expensive for the results.
Summary
A good cleansing gel that lathers easily but not too much and works well. bakesnknits mentions that it stings if you get it into your eyes and it certainly does! The scent is fine but a little sterile for me but it doesn't linger on the skin. I did take to it and liked it but it's expensive and in reality the impact isn't really worth it.
Would you recommend this product?
Yes
Smells nice, stings eyes
(Updated: July 05, 2026)
Overall rating
3.4
Packaging
5.0
Texture
5.0
Mildness
2.0
Effectiveness
2.0
Ease of use
4.0
Scent
4.0
Value for Money
2.0
User Reviews
Strongest points
This has a lovely smell; clean and fresh. It doesn't lather too much, which I hope means it doesn't have too many nasties in it.
Weakest points
If this gets anywhere near my eyes, it really stings. I stopped using this early because of this I used it with a muslin cloth or flannel and I think if you didn't it wouldn't clean all your make-up off. I prefered using this in conjunction with the brightening powder scrub.
Summary
A pricey cleanser and I think you can do much better for your money.
Would you recommend this product?
No
