Dermalogica Active Moist Face Moisturizer, 5.1 fl oz — Oil-Free Lightweight Hydrating Lotion for Normal to Oily Skin

Dermalogica Active Moist is a lightweight, oil-free daily lotion that hydrates skin, refines texture, and controls surface dehydration without leaving a greasy residue.

Designed for normal, oily, and combination skin types, this fast-absorbing facial moisturizer blends silk amino acids with a targeted prebiotic moisture complex and plant extracts to support a balanced, smoother-looking complexion. The sheer formula layers well under sunscreen and makeup and can be paired with concentrated boosters for a tailored routine.

How does Active Moist hydrate without adding oil?

The formula uses a prebiotic moisture complex that helps the skin retain water where it’s needed, while lightweight emollients provide a satin finish rather than an oily film. Absorbs quickly so pores don’t feel clogged, making it suitable for oily and combination skin.

• Prebiotic ingredients support the skin’s moisture barrier.
• Silk amino acids attract and hold hydration at the skin’s surface.
• Sheer emollients give a non-greasy finish that layers under makeup.

Will Active Moist improve my skin’s texture and tone?

Natural botanicals like lemon, cucumber, and burdock work together to help smooth uneven texture and promote a clearer-looking surface. Regular use can help refine the look of pores and create a more balanced overall appearance.

• Lemon extract helps brighten and even tone.
• Cucumber soothes and refreshes the skin’s surface.
• Burdock assists in refining texture for a smoother feel.

How should I use this moisturizer in my daily routine?

Apply over a freshly cleansed, slightly damp face and throat using light upward strokes to lock in moisture. It layers easily: wear alone, add sunscreen on top in the morning, or mix with a Dermalogica concentrated booster for personalized results.

• Use morning and night after cleansing and toning.
• Apply to damp skin to maximize hydration retention.
• Mix with a booster for targeted treatment or layer under SPF and makeup.

Is Active Moist suitable for sensitive or breakout-prone skin?

The oil-free, non-comedogenic formula limits pore-clogging ingredients while focusing on hydration and barrier support, which can be beneficial for breakout-prone skin. Those with highly reactive skin should patch-test first to confirm tolerance to botanical extracts.

• Non-greasy texture helps reduce shine without heavy oils.
• Supports the skin microbiome to strengthen the moisture barrier.
• Patch-test recommended for sensitive-reactive skin types.

Who this is for: Active Moist is ideal for anyone with normal, oily, or combination skin seeking a lightweight everyday moisturizer that delivers hydration without weight. It’s also a good choice for people who want to refine surface texture, layer products easily, and keep skin balanced under makeup and sunscreen.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentylene Glycol, Butylene Glycol, Methyl Gluceth-20, C9-12 Alkane, Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Stearic Acid, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Stearate, Saccharide Isomerate, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Hedera Helix (Ivy) Leaf/Stem Extract, Malva Sylvestris (Mallow) Flower Extract, Nasturtium Officinale Flower/Leaf Extract, Propanediol, Polysorbate 60, Caprylyl Glycol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Allantoin, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polyquaternium-10, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Hydroxide, Isopropyl Alcohol, Triethyl Citrate, Sodium Acetate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Phenoxyethanol, Linalool, Limonene, Citral.