Works for
MoisturizingSaccharomyces ferment, Cocos nucifera fruit extract + 18 moreWorks
“Replenishes and supports skin’s moisture barrier”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
arginine, diglycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: arginine, helianthus annuus seed oil.
ExfoliationMicrocrystalline cellulose, Papain + 2 moreNot delivered
“Calming vegan exfoliating powder polishes skin while supporting the skin’s moisture barrier.”
This product might help exfoliate the skin with papain, but This ingredient is not the most effective.
Evens skin toneNo ingredient credited for this claimNot delivered
“Supercharged with skin-brightening papain extract and a blend of AHAs and BHAs, the toner seeks to create the illusion of radiant, balanced skin.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Anti-blemishKaolin, Inulin + 1 moreNot delivered
“Supercharged with nourishing botanical extracts, skin-softening oat and coconut extracts as well as an arginine-rich blend of AHAs and BHAs, this naturally-derived powdered miracle gives breakouts and dead skin cells the ka-pow they need.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 strong irritants: Cassia hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Silybum marianum seed oil + 9 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Sodium cocoyl isethionate~29–35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together. Can be used as a cleansing agent
More about Sodium cocoyl isethionateMicrocrystalline cellulose~6.4–7.8%
Sodium bicarbonate~6.2–7.5%
Sorbitol~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolZea mays starch~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Used to thicken the product's consistency
More about Zea mays starchSodium cocoyl glutamate~2.6–3.2%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Sodium cocoyl glutamateSaccharomyces ferment~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A product of yeast fermentation. Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharomyces fermentOryza sativa starch~2.1–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium oxide~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citric acid~1.4–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidTapioca starch~0.9–1.1%
Avena sativa kernel protein~0.75–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Camellia oleifera seed extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Silica~0.95–1.15%
Cocos nucifera fruit extract~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
An emollient. Found to be as effective as a moisturizer for dry skin as mineral oil. Could be comedogenic
More about Cocos nucifera fruit extractInulin~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Is claimed to support the growth of "good" bacteria in skin (as a "prebiotic"), but the research is lacking
More about InulinCassia hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- High
Silybum marianum seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil that contains essential oils that can be irritating. Can help soften the upper layer of the skin. Might have some anti-oxidant activity but evidence is lacking
More about Silybum marianum seed oilKaolin~0.6–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of clay that consists mainly of aluminum silicate. Helps absorb oil and creates a thicker product consistency. Can be used to add a white color
More about KaolinLauryl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Papain~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
An enzyme extracted from papaya fruit. Can have an exfoliating effect on the skin. Can be irritating
More about PapainHyaluronic acid~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin. Naturally present in skin. Typically has large molecule size unless advertised otherwise on the product label. Helps support skin's barrier function and may help to reduce inflammation
More about Hyaluronic acidAvena sativa kernel extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant properties
More about Avena sativa kernel extractHelianthus annuus seed oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilAvena sativa bran extract~0.5–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Glycine soja oil~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilCitrus aurantium dulcis peel extract~0.3–0.6%
Vitis vinifera fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. It might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin, but is less potent than the extract from the seeds
More about Vitis vinifera fruit extractCitrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant oil with a high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin and lead to allergic reactions. Can lead to photosensitivity
More about Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oilAniba rosodora wood oil~0.35–0.65%
Salvia sclarea oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil that can be very irritating. Has some anti-bacterial properties
More about Eucalyptus globulus leaf oilChamomilla recutita flower oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant oil that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains volatile compouunds that are potential allergens and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower oilCucurbita pepo fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cucumis sativus fruit extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be somewhat helpful in reducing hyperpigmentation and neutralizing free radicals but its typical concentration in a product is too low for having an effect
More about Cucumis sativus fruit extractPerilla ocymoides leaf extract~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin but solid research is lacking. Contains a number of volatile compounds and could be irritating
More about Perilla ocymoides leaf extractDaucus carota sativa root extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Carrot extract. Might have anti-oxidant properties and be used to add orange color
More about Daucus carota sativa root extractMaris sal~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to thicken the product formulation and might help to add minerals to the surface of the skin. It is used in scrubs as a physical exfoliant. Can increase sensitivity to other ingredients if left on the skin or used in high concentration
More about Maris salJuniperus virginiana oil~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Cedarwood oil. Used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Juniperus virginiana oilAlpha-glucan oligosaccharide~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Alpha-glucan oligosaccharideTocopherol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCastoryl maleate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Caprylyl glycol~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolAllantoin~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinDiglycerin~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DiglycerinMaltodextrin~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize the product formulation and can help absorb oil
More about MaltodextrinLauroyl lysine~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineArginine~0.35–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineSaccharide isomerate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateSodium lauroyl glutamate~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used as a cleansing agent. It creates foam
More about Sodium lauroyl glutamateBeta-carotene~0.4–0.6%
Xanthan gum~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.35–0.6%
1,2-hexanediol~0.3–0.6%
Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency and stabilize the formulation
More about Hydroxypropyl methylcelluloseDextrin~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A sugar that is used to stabilize the product formulation. Can help attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about DextrinSodium palmitate~0.7–1.05%
Sodium chloride~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to stabilize mixtures of oil and water, and create thicker, gel-like product textures
More about Sodium chlorideAcacia senegal gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps mask the small of other ingredients and improve the product texture
More about Acacia senegal gumSodium citrate~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateWater~0.25–0.4%
O-cymen-5-ol~0.05–0.1%
Limonene~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneLinalool~0.15–0.25%
Ingredient list view
Sodium cocoyl isethionate, Microcrystalline cellulose, Sodium bicarbonate, Sorbitol, Zea mays starch, Sodium cocoyl glutamate, Saccharomyces ferment, Oryza sativa starch, Magnesium oxide, Citric acid, Tapioca starch, Avena sativa kernel protein, Camellia oleifera seed extract, Silica, Cocos nucifera fruit extract, Inulin, Cassia hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride, Silybum marianum seed oil, Kaolin, Lauryl methacrylate/glycol dimethacrylate crosspolymer, Papain, Hyaluronic acid, Avena sativa kernel extract, Helianthus annuus seed oil, Avena sativa bran extract, Glycine soja oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel extract, Vitis vinifera fruit extract, Citrus aurantium bergamia fruit oil, Aniba rosodora wood oil, Salvia sclarea oil, Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, Chamomilla recutita flower oil, Cucurbita pepo fruit extract, Cucumis sativus fruit extract, Perilla ocymoides leaf extract, Daucus carota sativa root extract, Maris sal, Juniperus virginiana oil, Alpha-glucan oligosaccharide, Tocopherol, Castoryl maleate, Caprylyl glycol, Allantoin, Diglycerin, Maltodextrin, Lauroyl lysine, Arginine, Saccharide isomerate, Sodium lauroyl glutamate, Beta-carotene, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, Dextrin, Sodium palmitate, Sodium chloride, Acacia senegal gum, Sodium citrate, Water, O-cymen-5-ol, Limonene, Linalool
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| Dermalogicadaily milkfoliantYOUR PRODUCT | natureofthingsClarifying Facial Polish | PEACH & LILYGlass Skin Face Polisher | Good MoleculesPINEAPPLE EXFOLIATING POWDER | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 52% | 34% | 31% |
| Price | $19.50 | $65.00+$45.50 | $48.00+$28.50 | $16.00−$3.50 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 1 of 14 | 2 of 14 | 2 of 14 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Salicylic Acid | 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid |
| Irritancy | High | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Product summary
"Dermalogica - daily milkfoliant" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (saccharide isomerate 0.35% - 0.65%, arginine 0.35% - 0.60%, diglycerin 0.35% - 0.65% and hyaluronic acid 0.40% - 0.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
About the brand
According to Cruelty-Free Kitty "Dermalogica" is cruelty free, but its parent company is not.
Price
The product retails from 16.00$ up to 127.20$ in the United States, from 59.00£ up to 69.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 22.00CA$ in Canada.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 23 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Sodium Cocoyl Isethionatejournals.sagepub.com
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