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Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturiser

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Dermalogica

Active Moist Moisturiser

moisturizer · 100 ml · Skincare

Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturiser is free of fragrance, essential oils, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 42-ingredient list, with allantoin. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains labelled fragrance allergens (<span class= allergen > Citral</span>, <span class= allergen > Linalool</span>) and silicones (Dimethicone).

  • Fragrance-free
  • No essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Contains silicones
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI

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Key ingredients in Active Moist Moisturiser

  • Allantoin

    A soothing, softening ingredient.

Full ingredient list, decoded

42 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Water/Aqua/EauAqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  2. 2Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  3. 3Pentylene GlycolPentylene Glycol is a small, multi-tasking liquid that attracts water to the skin and…
  4. 4Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
  5. 5Methyl Gluceth-20
  6. 6Coconut Alkanes
  7. 7Cetearyl AlcoholA waxy fatty alcohol blend that thickens formulas and helps oil and water mix into…
  8. 8Palmitic AcidPalmitic Acid is a natural fatty acid found in palm oil, shea butter and animal fats.…
  9. 9Stearic AcidStearic acid is a solid, waxy fatty acid that comes from animal and plant fats. It…
  10. 10Saccharide IsomerateSaccharide Isomerate is a mixture of simple sugars used as a humectant, helping…
  11. 11DimethiconeDimethicone is a silicone, a light, water-resistant oil that forms a smooth, breathable…Silicones
  12. 12Glyceryl StearateGlyceryl stearate is a waxy blend of glycerin and stearic acid, a fatty acid from plant…
  13. 13Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters
  14. 14Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment FiltrateA liquid made by fermenting radish root with Leuconostoc bacteria, then filtering out…
  15. 15Arctium Lappa Root Extract
  16. 16Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit ExtractA plant extract made from the fruit of the lemon tree. It is used mainly for its citrus…
  17. 17Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit ExtractA plant-derived extract made from the fruit of the cucumber plant. It is mainly used to…
  18. 18Hedera Helix (Ivy) Extract
  19. 19Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract
  20. 20Nasturtium Officinale Extract
  21. 21PropanediolPropanediol is a clear liquid that draws water toward the skin. Its jobs are as a…
  22. 22Polysorbate 60Polysorbate 60 is a mild, water-loving emulsifier made from sorbitol, ethylene oxide…
  23. 23Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  24. 24Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate CrosspolymerA synthetic polymer that thickens and stabilizes formulas, giving lotions, gels and…
  25. 25AllantoinAllantoin is a white crystalline powder that soothes and softens skin and is widely…
  26. 26Tetrasodium Glutamate DiacetateTetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate is a chelating agent, a salt made from glutamic acid,…
  27. 27Coco-Caprylate/CaprateA light, coconut-derived ester that softens skin and hair and helps other ingredients…
  28. 28Polyquaternium-10A plant-derived polymer, made from modified cellulose, that carries a positive charge…
  29. 29EthylhexylglycerinEthylhexylglycerin is a lab-made, skin-friendly ingredient that boosts the power of…
  30. 30Triethyl CitrateTriethyl Citrate is the ethyl ester of citric acid, a clear, oily liquid. It is mainly…
  31. 31Myristic AcidMyristic Acid is a saturated fatty acid from plant oils like coconut and palm kernel.…
  32. 32Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
  33. 33Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract
  34. 34Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
  35. 35Lavandula Hybrida Flower Extract
  36. 36Citric AcidCitric acid is a mild, naturally occurring acid found in citrus fruit. In skincare and…
  37. 37Sodium CitrateSodium Citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, a mild, fruit-derived acid. It mainly…
  38. 38Sodium HydroxideSodium hydroxide is a strong alkali, also called caustic soda. In small amounts it…
  39. 39Aminomethyl PropanolAminomethyl Propanol is a synthetic amino alcohol that mainly adjusts pH, meaning how…
  40. 40<span class= allergen > Citral</span>Labelled fragrance allergens
  41. 41<span class= allergen > Linalool</span>Labelled fragrance allergens
  42. 42<span class= allergen > Limonene</span>Labelled fragrance allergens

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0666151030855, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsNone listed—
Labelled fragrance allergensContains<span class= allergen > Citral</span> (#40), <span class= allergen > Linalool</span> (#41), <span class= allergen > Limonene</span> (#42)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesContainsDimethicone (#11)
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturiser fragrance-free?

Yes. Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturiser lists no parfum or fragrance and no essential oils. Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturiser contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: yes (Dimethicone). Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturiser pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for sensitive skin, MI allergy, rosacea-prone skin and redness-prone skin. Key ingredients: Allantoin.

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