Special Cleansing Gel — Reddit Reviews
by Dermalogica
Updated September 16, 2026
Gel cleanser favored for oily skin but can irritate some sensitive users.
What the community says
A foaming gel cleanser regularly mentioned in oily and combo skin routines. It cleans well without heavy moisturization, making it popular among users managing oil. Sensitive skin folks report mild irritation or dryness, so patch testing is smart.
What this means for you
What people love
- Gel texture foams well without stripping oily skin
Watch out for
Product details
Skin Type
Use caution
Skin type data limited
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 16 mentions across 9 threads
Dermalogica Special Cleansing Gel on Reddit, in one place — 9 threads from r/Rosacea, r/acne and 1 more, summarized.
“I used to use dermalogica special cleansing gel”
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“I have also tried cera ve cleanser, cetaphil, and vanicream.”
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“Skin also doesn’t change regardless.”
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“Product Name: Dermalogica special cleansing gel.”
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“It is not safe to use on the eyes or as an eye makeup remover.”
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“stand-alone with option to use as both 1st and 2nd cleanser.”
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“During my clear skin years, I washed 2xday with Dermalogica special cleansing gel”
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“my face was 98% clear and felt healthy”
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“There seems to be no rhyme or reason with this disease.”
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“I use the dermalogica special cleansing gel.”
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“Hero cosmetics mineral spf”
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“I also can’t tolerate niacinamide!”
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“Cleanser, I prefer foam foaming up before you put it on your face.”
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“Special cleansing gel, or glycolic cleanser my favorite,”
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“Oil, free cleanser, plenty of water emulsify in your hands first”
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“Dermalogica special cleansing gel”
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“Current routine”
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“Same cleanser”
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