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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil versus Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil .

Last updated on July 18, 2023. Published on January 02, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe makeup removers. They have a total of 8 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin and scar healing

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens, silicones or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain common allergens, fragrances and oils

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Makeup Remover American Brand United States
Makeup Remover American Brand United States

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

Makeup Remover

Makeup removers work to remove makeup from the skin.

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening

Concerns

Acne Trigger
Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E (2)

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging
Scar Healing
Brightening (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Emollient
Community Rating: Mixed

Cetyl Ethylhexanoate comes from cetearyl alcohol and 2-ethylhexanoic acid.

It is an emollient that adds a velvety feel to products when applied. Emollients help trap moisture into your skin, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 4.

Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 17.

2
What it does: Antimicrobial, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Disliked

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is made up of Benzoic Acid and long chain alcohols. It has a low molecular weight.

C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate is an emollient and texture enhancer. Due to its solubility, it is often used in sunscreens to help evenly distribute active ingredients.

As an emollient, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate helps soften and hydrate your skin. Emollients create a film on your skin that traps moisture within.

This ingredient has been reported to cause eye irritation.

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DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 5.

Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 21.

3
What it does: Antimicrobial, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Mixed

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Extract comes from rosemary. Rosemary is native to the Mediterranean.

While Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil can be volatile due to its fragrant properties, this component is usually removed in the leaf extract.

Rosemary Leaf Extract can help protect your skin against damage from free-radical molecules. It contains many antioxidants such as rosmarinic acid and caffeic acid. Rosemarinic acid has been found to help soothe skin conditions such as eczema and acne.

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DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 8.

Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 10.

4
What it does: Emollient

Lavandula Hybrida Oil is an oil.

DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 10.

Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 12.

5
What it does: Perfuming, Solvent
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Limonene is a fragrance that adds scent and taste to a formulation.

It's found in the peel oil of citrus fruits and other plants such as lavender and eucalyptus. The scent of limonene is generally described as "sweet citrus".

Limonene acts as an antioxidant, meaning it helps neutralize free radicals.

When exposed to air, oxidized limonene may sensitize the skin. Because of this, limonene is often avoided by people with sensitive skin.

The term 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term. For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance.

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DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 11.

Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 23.

6
What it does: Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Tocopherol (also known as Vitamin E) is a common antioxidant used to help protect the skin from free-radicals and strengthen the skin barrier. It's also fat soluble - this means our skin is great at absorbing it.

Vitamin E also helps keep your natural skin lipids healthy. Your lipid skin barrier naturally consists of lipids, ceramides, and fatty acids. Vitamin E offers extra protection for your skin’s lipid barrier, keeping your skin healthy and nourished.

Another benefit is a bit of UV protection. Vitamin E helps reduce the damage caused by UVB rays. (It should not replace your sunscreen). Combining it with Vitamin C can decrease sunburned cells and hyperpigmentation after UV exposure.

You might have noticed Vitamin E + C often paired together. This is because it is great at stabilizing Vitamin C. Using the two together helps increase the effectiveness of both ingredients.

There are often claims that Vitamin E can reduce/prevent scarring, but these claims haven't been confirmed by scientific research.

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DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 12.

Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 20.

7
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Dicaprylyl Carbonate comes from carbonic acid and caprylyl alcohol, a fatty alcohol. It is an emollient and gives skin a velvet feel. The sources of Dicaprylyl Carbonate may be synthetic or from animals.

As an emollient, Dicaprylyl Carbonate creates a film on the skin. This film traps moisture in, keeping your skin soft and hydrated.

DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 14.

Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 18.

8
What it does: Perfuming
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Linalool is a fragrance and helps add scent to products. It's derived from common plants such as cinnamon, mint, citrus, and lavender.

Linalool has the same effect as Limonene when exposed to air. Oxidized linalool can cause allergies and skin sensitivity.

Linalool has a scent that is floral, spicy tropical, and citrus-like.

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DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 16.

Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil contains this as ingredient number 24.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

19% are loved or liked
31% have mixed ratings
44% are disliked or very disliked
6% have no rating yet
17% are loved or liked
25% have mixed ratings
38% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet

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DRMTLGY Pre-Cleansing Oil 16 ingredients

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Dermalogica Precleanse Cleansing Oil 24 ingredients

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bone

8 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

great smell
i am obsessed with the smell and consistency of this oil. wish i could find a cheaper dupe for this product!

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