Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance Face Moisturizer 3.4 fl oz — Hyaluronic Acid, Barrier Repair

Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance is an ultra-nourishing face cream that restores lipid balance and deeply hydrates dry to ultra-dry skin for a healthier-feeling barrier.

Formulated for skin that needs a richer level of care, this 3.4 fl oz moisturizer combines barrier lipids, humectants like hyaluronic acid, antioxidant vitamins, and phytonutrients to replenish moisture and support resilience. The texture is notably richer than lightweight lotions, designed to soothe tightness and provide lasting comfort without feeling greasy. Packaging may vary, but the concentrated formula aims to deliver essential lipids back to depleted skin.

How does this moisturizer rebuild the skin’s barrier?

Intensive Moisture Balance supplies a targeted blend of barrier-supporting lipids and humectants to help reduce transepidermal water loss and improve surface smoothness. Antioxidant vitamins protect against environmental stressors while phytonutrients help retexturize the skin’s feel.

• Contains key barrier lipids to replenish skin’s natural composition
• Hyaluronic acid draws and retains moisture for visible plumpness
• Antioxidant vitamins help neutralize free radicals on the skin surface

When and how should I apply this cream for best results?

Use after cleansing and applying serums; apply morning and/or night as needed on dry or dehydrated areas. A small amount goes a long way—warm between fingertips and press gently into the face and neck to seal hydration and improve texture.

• Apply to clean, slightly damp skin to lock in moisture
• Layer over hydrating serums like hyaluronic acid for enhanced effect
• Use more liberally on very dry patches or at bedtime for intensive repair

Will this feel heavy or clog pores on combination skin?

The formula is richer by design, intended for dry to ultra-dry skin; it absorbs gradually and leaves a protective, non-greasy finish for most users. If you have oilier zones, apply sparingly to the T-zone and concentrate coverage on cheeks and areas that feel tight.

• Rich texture that melts into dry skin without a waxy residue
• Non-comedogenic approach—apply selectively if you’re combination
• Works well as a night treatment when deeper nourishment is needed

What makes this different from a regular day cream?

Unlike lightweight day creams, this intensive formula emphasizes lipid replenishment and deeper hydration to address chronic dryness. It blends retexturizing phytonutrients with humectants and vitamins to target resilience rather than ephemeral surface hydration.

• Formulated specifically for ultra-dry, depleted skin needing lipid restoration
• Focuses on barrier health and longer-lasting moisture retention
• Suitable as both daily and nightly restorative care depending on needs

Who is this for? Dermalogica Intensive Moisture Balance is aimed at people with dry to ultra-dry skin, anyone whose skin barrier feels compromised or tight, and those who prefer a richer, restorative cream for overnight or targeted care. It’s also a good choice for seasonal use when cold or dry weather increases moisture loss. If you have combination or oilier skin, consider using it selectively on dry areas or as an occasional intensive treatment rather than an all-over daily moisturizer.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Butylene Glycol, PEG-8, Octyldodecanol, Dimethicone, Palmitic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Ceramide NP, Phytosterols, Centella Asiatica Extract, Linoleic Acid, Echinacea Purpurea Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Myristic Acid, Rosa Centifolia Flower Extract, Lactic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Propanediol, Tocopherol, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Cetyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Aminomethyl Propanol, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Geraniol.