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Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash

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Dermalogica

Clearing Skin Wash

cleanser · 500 ml · Skincare

Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash is free of fragrance, labelled fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 33-ingredient list, with salicylic acid and lactic acid. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains essential oils (Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil) and sulfates (Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate).

  • Fragrance-free
  • Contains essential oils
  • No labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Contains sulfates
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI
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Key ingredients in Clearing Skin Wash

  • Salicylic acid (BHA)

    An oil-soluble exfoliant that clears inside pores.

  • Lactic acid (AHA)

    A gentler, hydrating exfoliant.

Full ingredient list, decoded

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

  1. 1Salicylic Acid (0.5%)Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, or BHA, that gently exfoliates skin and helps…
  2. 2Water (Aqua)Aqua is the INCI name for water, the main base of many creams, lotions and cleansers…
  3. 3Sodium C14-16 Olefin SulfonateSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a cleansing agent, called a surfactant, made from…Sulfates
  4. 4Cocamidopropyl BetaineA mild, coconut-derived cleansing agent that creates foam and helps other cleansers…
  5. 5PEG-3 Glyceryl Cocoate
  6. 6Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids
  7. 7Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract
  8. 8Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract
  9. 9Echinacea Purpurea Extract
  10. 10Arnica Montana Flower Extract
  11. 11Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract
  12. 12Arctium Majus Root Extract
  13. 13Calendula Officinalis Flower ExtractA plant extract from calendula petals, a bright orange-yellow daisy-family flower. Its…
  14. 14Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract
  15. 15Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract
  16. 16Taraxasum Officinale (Dandelion) Rhyizome/Root Extract
  17. 17Hydrastis Canadensis (Golden Seal) Extract
  18. 18Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractA plant extract made from the root of the licorice plant, Glycyrrhiza glabra. It is…
  19. 19Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Extract
  20. 20Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract
  21. 21Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilEssential oils
  22. 22Sodium PCASodium PCA is a salt that helps skin and hair hold water. It is a humectant, meaning it…
  23. 23Lactic AcidLactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid, a mild acid that loosens dead skin cells and…
  24. 24<span class= allergen > Camphor</span>
  25. 25<span class= allergen > Menthol</span>
  26. 26Butylene GlycolButylene Glycol is a clear, odorless liquid that attracts and holds water. It is a…
  27. 27PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
  28. 28PEG-6 Caprylic/Capric GlyceridesA gentle, water-friendly emulsifier made from coconut or palm-derived fatty acids and a…
  29. 29Tetrasodium EDTATetrasodium EDTA is the salt form of EDTA, a chelating agent that binds metal ions in…
  30. 30PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  31. 31Caprylyl GlycolCaprylyl Glycol is a mild, multi-tasking ingredient that softens skin and helps keep…
  32. 32ChlorphenesinChlorphenesin is a synthetic preservative that mainly keeps mold and yeast from growing…
  33. 33Diammonium Copper EDTA

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/0758259323141, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsContainsMelaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil (#21)
Labelled fragrance allergensNone listed—
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesContainsSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate (#3)
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash fragrance-free?

Yes. Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash lists no parfum or fragrance, but it does contain essential oils (Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil). Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: yes (Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate). Parabens: none listed.

Which ingredient rules does Dermalogica Clearing Skin Wash pass?

Its full list passes our ingredient rules for MI allergy, acne-prone skin, body acne and psoriasis. Key ingredients: Salicylic acid (BHA) and Lactic acid (AHA).

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