Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel Refill — Gentle Foaming Face Wash Refill, Soap-Free & Eco-Friendly

This refill replaces the original Special Cleansing Gel packaging with the same lightweight, soap-free formula formulated to produce a refreshing lather. It combines calming botanical extracts and a mild AHA to cleanse, soothe, and help smooth the skin’s surface without leaving it tight or dry. Designed for daily use by women and men, the refill reduces waste and makes it easy to replenish your existing dispenser.

How does the refill format help both my skin routine and the environment?

The refill keeps you using the original Special Cleansing Gel you trust while cutting down on single-use plastic from full replacement bottles. It fits into compatible Dermalogica dispensers or can be decanted into your current pump container, maintaining product continuity in your routine.

• Reduces packaging waste compared with buying new bottles.
• Same formula as the original cleanser — no change in performance.
• Simple transfer into existing dispenser or bottle.

What are the main ingredients and how do they affect cleansing?

The formula is soap-free and foams for effective cleansing without stripping natural oils. Lavender and Balm Mint provide calming and refreshing botanical support, while citric acid, a mild AHA, helps gently exfoliate and clarify pore build-up for a brighter-looking surface.

• Soap-free surfactants create a gentle lather that removes dirt and oil.
• Lavender and Balm Mint soothe and refresh skin during cleansing.
• Citric acid works as a light exfoliant to help even tone and clear pores.

How should I use the Special Cleansing Gel Refill for best results?

Dispense a small amount into damp hands, work into a light lather, and massage across the face and throat. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and follow with your preferred Dermalogica toner and moisturizer to complete your regimen.

• Use morning and evening for daily maintenance.
• Apply to damp skin and rinse completely to avoid residue.
• Follow with toner and moisturizer to restore hydration balance.

Is this refill suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin?

The soap-free, lightweight formula is formulated to cleanse a range of skin conditions without over-drying. While it is generally well-tolerated thanks to calming botanicals and mild exfoliation, anyone with specific sensitivities should patch-test or consult product details for potential irritants.

• Formulated to be gentle across most skin types.
• Calming botanicals reduce the feeling of irritation during cleansing.
• Patch-test if you have known sensitivities to AHAs or botanical extracts.

Who is this for? The Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel Refill is ideal for people who already use or prefer the original Special Cleansing Gel and want a more sustainable refill option. It suits daily cleansers who want a soap-free, foaming wash that removes impurities and helps maintain balanced hydration, as well as those wanting a gentle AHA effect to support a smoother, clearer-looking skin surface.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Quillaja Saponaria Bark Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Cymbopogon Nardus (Citronella) Oil, Glycerin, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Propanediol, Citric Acid, O-Cymen-5-Ol, Disodium EDTA, PPG-5-Ceteth-20, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Benzoate.