Dermalogica PreCleanse Oil Cleanser 10 fl oz — Makeup Remover & Pre-Cleanse for Double-Cleansing, Emulsifying Formula

Dermalogica PreCleanse is a lightweight deep-cleansing oil that dissolves makeup, SPF, and environmental grime to prepare skin for a thorough second cleanse.

This pre-cleansing oil is formulated to lift away heavy makeup, excess sebum, and pollutants without stripping natural moisture. It’s designed as the first step in a double-cleanse routine so your regular Dermalogica cleanser can reach deeper into pores and work more effectively. The formula contains conditioning essential fatty acids to help maintain skin balance while clearing surface debris, making it suitable for a wide range of skin types, including skin that tends to be oily.

How does PreCleanse remove stubborn makeup and sunscreen?

PreCleanse uses oil-to-oil affinity to break down oil-based products like long-wear makeup and sunscreen, loosening them from the skin’s surface. When emulsified with water it turns milky for easy rinsing, taking dissolved residue away without leaving a greasy film.

• Dissolves waterproof and long-wear makeup efficiently.
• Breaks down sunscreen and environmental pollutants.
• Emulsifies with water for a residue-free rinse.
• Prepares skin so your follow-up cleanser can penetrate deeper.

Will an oil cleanser make oily or acne-prone skin worse?

Contrary to common belief, a properly balanced cleansing oil can help regulate excess surface oil by removing trapped sebum and debris that contribute to congestion. Dermalogica’s PreCleanse is lightweight and formulated to cleanse without clogging pores, making it compatible with oily and blemish-prone complexions when used as directed.

• Gentle, non-comedogenic oil base that lifts impurities.
• Removes pore-clogging debris that can trigger breakouts.
• Acts as a preparatory step for deeper cleansing routines.
• Rinse thoroughly and follow with your prescribed Dermalogica cleanser.

How do you use PreCleanse in a daily skincare routine?

Apply PreCleanse to dry skin and massage to dissolve makeup and grime, concentrating on areas with heavy product build-up. Add a small amount of water to emulsify the oil into a milky texture, then rinse. Follow immediately with your chosen Dermalogica cleanser for a complete double-cleanse that leaves skin clean and receptive to serums and moisturizers.

• Start on dry skin; massage gently for 30–60 seconds.
• Add water to emulsify and continue massaging briefly.
• Rinse thoroughly and complete with a second cleanse.
• Use morning or evening as needed—especially effective at night.

What skin benefits can you expect after regular use?

When used consistently as the first step in cleansing, PreCleanse helps reduce surface impurities and allows subsequent treatments to absorb more effectively. Over time, users often notice fewer residual traces of makeup after cleansing and a cleaner-feeling complexion without tightness.

• Improves removal of makeup, sunscreen, and pollutants.
• Helps maintain skin’s natural moisture barrier with fatty acids.
• Prepares skin for enhanced absorption of active treatments.
• Supports a clearer-looking complexion by reducing surface buildup.

Who is this for: Dermalogica PreCleanse is ideal for anyone who wears daily or long-wear makeup, uses sunscreen, or lives in urban environments with airborne pollutants. It’s well suited for people seeking a reliable first cleanse that lifts heavy products and excess oil without stripping the skin, including those with oily, combination, or dehydrated skin who want a balanced, deeper clean before their primary cleanser.

Ingredients

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, PEG-40 Sorbitan Peroleate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Aleurites Moluccanus Seed Oil, Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.