Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash — 10 fl oz acne cleanser with salicylic acid, gentle for face & body

Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash is a foaming acne-clearing cleanser that removes excess oil, dirt, and dead skin cells to help reduce and prevent breakouts on face and body.

Designed for blemish-prone skin, this 10 fl oz foaming wash combines salicylic acid, oleanolic acid, and calming botanical extracts to deeply cleanse without over-drying. It’s formulated to target the pore-clogging debris that leads to breakouts while keeping the skin’s surface balanced and comfortable after rinsing.

How does this wash reduce breakouts?

The formula uses salicylic acid to gently exfoliate inside pores and oleanolic acid to help manage excess oil, reducing the environment where breakouts form. Its lathering action lifts dirt and dead skin cells so pores stay clearer between treatments.

• 2% salicylic-acid–based exfoliation to clear pore clogs
• Oleanolic acid helps control shine and sebum buildup
• Foaming texture reaches into pores for deeper cleansing

Will it dry out or irritate sensitive skin?

This wash is formulated to purify without stripping essential moisture, using a balanced surfactant system and botanical extracts to soothe skin. If you have reactive or very dry skin, start with once-daily use and follow with a light, non-comedogenic moisturizer.

• Gentle foaming action avoids harsh scrubbing
• Botanical extracts help calm after cleansing
• Suitable for targeted facial or body use to reduce irritation risk

How should I use it in my routine for best results?

Use morning and night on wet skin: lather a small amount, massage over trouble areas, then rinse thoroughly. For body breakouts, apply directly to the affected area and rinse; follow with appropriate topical treatments if needed.

• Apply to damp skin and work into a foam
• Rinse well and pat skin dry; avoid rough towels
• Follow with oil-free moisturizer or treatment products

Can I use it on both face and body breakouts?

Yes — the clear, versatile formula is formulated for both facial and body acne-prone skin. Its concentrated foaming action makes it practical for chest, back, or shoulder breakouts as well as facial blemishes.

• 10 fl oz size offers enough volume for face and body use
• Targets pore-clogging oils and debris across multiple areas
• Works well alongside spot treatments or serums

Who is this for: Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash is suited to teenagers and adults with oily, combination, or acne-prone skin who want a practical, rinse-off cleanser for both face and body. It’s useful for anyone looking to add a salicylic-acid cleanser into their skincare regimen without an overly drying formula, and for those who prefer a foaming texture that rinses clean. Avoid if you have severely dry or compromised skin without first consulting a skincare professional, and always patch-test new products before widespread use.

• Features: deep-cleansing foam, salicylic acid, oleanolic acid, botanical extracts
• Use: morning and night on damp skin; suitable for face and body
• Size: 10 fl oz — travel-friendly with long-lasting supply

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Polysorbate 20, Salicylic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Oleanolic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Porphyra Umbilicalis Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Linalool, Sodium Hydroxide, Limonene, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol.