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Dermalogica Ultracalming Cleanser

This is a creamy, non-foaming cleanser designed to remove impurities without compromising the skin's delicate barrier. It's formulated with soothing botanicals to help calm irritation and reduce redness, making it a good choice for sensitive or dry skin.

Sephora price

$49.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.4 / 5

About 219 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

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These are the shopper themes that keep showing up around this listing and shape why people open it in the first place.

Glass take

4.4 / 5 overall fit

A gentle, effective cleanser for sensitive and dry skin types that calms redness and irritation without stripping.

Dermalogica Ultracalming Cleanser

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A gentle cleanser that helps calm redness and soothe sensitive skin.

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Apply to the face and neck, gently massaging with fingertips in light, upward strokes.

Rinse thoroughly with warm water or remove with dry cotton pads.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid choice for anyone needing a gentle cleanse that actively soothes. It’s not going to offer deep exfoliation or significant anti-aging benefits, but it excels at its primary job: cleansing without irritation.

Calming redness

Many users report a noticeable reduction in redness and irritation after using this cleanser, especially those with rosacea or sensitive skin.

Gentle cleansing

The creamy texture and lack of harsh sulfates mean it cleanses without stripping the skin, leaving it feeling soft and comfortable.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

  • Sensitive skin
  • Dry skin
  • Redness-prone skin
  • Post-treatment care

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

  • You prefer a foaming cleanser
  • Your primary concern is acne or significant oil control

Routine fit

Where this cleanser fits

Use this as the first step in your morning and/or evening skincare routine to gently remove dirt, oil, and light makeup. Follow with your preferred toner, serum, and moisturizer.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

  • Very gentle formula
  • Effectively calms redness
  • Soothes irritation
  • Good for dry and sensitive skin

Where it starts to feel redundant

  • May not remove heavy makeup effectively
  • Lacks active treatment ingredients for other concerns

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This cleanser is gentle enough for daily use, both in the morning to refresh the skin and at night to cleanse away the day's impurities.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.4/ 5 overall

A gentle, effective cleanser for sensitive and dry skin types that calms redness and irritation without stripping.

Gentleness

4.5 / 5

This cleanser is exceptionally mild, making it ideal for skin prone to redness and irritation.

Soothing effect

4.4 / 5

Ingredients like oat, lavender, and cucumber work together to calm the skin and reduce visible redness.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base for many skincare formulations.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Emollient

Cetearyl Alcohol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that helps soften and smooth the skin. It is not drying like some other alcohols.

Usually helps with

Softening skin

Watch for

Rarely, can cause sensitivity in very reactive individuals.

Soothing Agent

Bisabolol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Derived from chamomile, it has anti-inflammatory and skin-calming properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing redness and irritation

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants that can help protect the skin.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

Can be a potential irritant for some.

Preservative Booster

Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A natural preservative alternative that also has skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

Watch for

None

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A classic humectant that draws moisture to the skin, keeping it hydrated.

Usually helps with

Hydration

Watch for

None

Soothing Agent

Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Known for its anti-inflammatory and skin-soothing properties, it helps calm irritation.

Usually helps with

Calming redness and irritation

Watch for

None

Soothing Agent

Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Offers cooling and soothing benefits, helping to reduce puffiness and irritation.

Usually helps with

Soothing and cooling skin

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Rubus Idaeus (Raspberry) Fruit Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Rich in antioxidants, it helps protect the skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

None

Soothing Agent

Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Has calming and anti-inflammatory properties that can help reduce redness.

Usually helps with

Calming skin

Watch for

Can be a potential irritant for some individuals.

Exfoliant

Salix Alba Bark Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

A natural source of salicylic acid, it can offer mild exfoliation and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Usually helps with

Mild exfoliation, anti-inflammatory

Watch for

Can cause irritation or dryness in sensitive individuals.

Antioxidant

Usnea Barbata (Lichen) Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Contains compounds with antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

Watch for

None

Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common solvent and humectant that helps with product texture and hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture enhancement

Watch for

Generally well-tolerated.

Humectant

Pentylene Glycol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A humectant that also acts as a preservative booster and solvent.

Usually helps with

Hydration, preservative support

Watch for

None

Unknown

Hydroxyphenyl

Badness

5.0 / 10

This ingredient name appears incomplete, making its specific role and safety difficult to assess.

Usually helps with

Unknown

Watch for

Incomplete ingredient name.

Unknown

ropamidobenzoic Acid

Badness

5.0 / 10

This ingredient name appears incomplete, making its specific role and safety difficult to assess.

Usually helps with

Unknown

Watch for

Incomplete ingredient name.

Antioxidant

Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Fruit Extract

Badness

3.0 / 10

Contains vitamin C and antioxidants, but can be photosensitizing and potentially irritating.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant properties

Watch for

Photosensitivity, potential irritation.

Skin Conditioning

Fumaria Officinalis Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used for its skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster

Fumaric Acid

Badness

2.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the product.

Usually helps with

pH balance

Watch for

Can be irritating in higher concentrations.

Soothing Agent

Echinacea Purpurea Extract

Badness

2.0 / 10

Known for its soothing and skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Soothing skin

Watch for

None

Humectant

Panthenol

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin B5 that hydrates, soothes, and helps improve skin barrier function.

Usually helps with

Hydration, soothing, barrier support

Watch for

None

Thickener

Acrylates/ C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate

Badness

3.0 / 10

A polymer used to thicken formulations. Some concerns exist regarding potential comedogenicity.

Usually helps with

Product texture

Watch for

Potential for pore-clogging in acne-prone skin.

Unknown

rosspolymer

Badness

5.0 / 10

This ingredient name appears incomplete, making its specific role and safety difficult to assess.

Usually helps with

Unknown

Watch for

Incomplete ingredient name.

Surfactant

Cocamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A mild surfactant used for cleansing and conditioning.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing

Watch for

Can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.

Surfactant

Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate

Badness

2.0 / 10

A mild anionic surfactant used for cleansing.

Usually helps with

Gentle cleansing

Watch for

Can be drying for some skin types.

Preservative

Cetrimonium Chloride

Badness

3.0 / 10

A quaternary ammonium compound used as a preservative and surfactant. Can be irritating.

Usually helps with

Preservation

Watch for

Potential for irritation and dryness.

pH Adjuster

Aminomethyl Propanol

Badness

2.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of cosmetic products.

Usually helps with

pH balance

Watch for

None

Emollient

Glyceryl Caprylate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A skin-conditioning agent and emollient that also has antimicrobial properties.

Usually helps with

Skin conditioning, antimicrobial

Watch for

None

Chelating Agent

Disodium EDTA

Badness

2.0 / 10

Helps to improve the stability and efficacy of the product by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

Product stability

Watch for

None

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cleanser suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, this cleanser is specifically formulated with soothing ingredients like oat, lavender, and cucumber to calm and comfort sensitive skin.

Can this cleanser remove makeup?

It can remove light makeup, but for heavier or waterproof makeup, a dedicated makeup remover or pre-cleanser is recommended before using this product.

Does this cleanser contain sulfates?

No, this cleanser is formulated without harsh sulfates, making it gentle and less likely to strip the skin's natural moisture barrier.