Product Review: Dermalogica Sebum Clearing Masque
Oily skin and breakouts are issues that some of us have to deal with regularly. But with so many potential reasons behind an outbreak, and anything ranging from hormones to food sensitivities being a possible trigger, can a skincare product actually do anything to help if the root of the problem is more than skin-deep? This Dermalogica Sebum Clearing Masque certainly thinks it can help fight acne by promising to
… Clear and prevent breakouts… Soothe aggravation brought on by breakouts… Refine and eliminate excess oils for clearer skin.
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Product Description: Dermalogica Sebum Clearing Masque
This acne-fighting face mask from Dermalogica is designed for use between one and three times a week and should be left to work for around 10 minutes but I usually leave it on for a little bit longer! This mask needs applying to clean skin after cleansing and before toning or moisturising.
This quick-drying face mask has a medium consistency and a paste-like texture that applies smoothly. It hardens rapidly and needs applying quickly so perhaps focus on one area at a time. It feels tingly and fresh and has a light, refreshing fragrance. My skin is left feeling balanced and decongested after use.
It isn’t drying at all unlike some clay masks and for combination skin prone to dry patches, this can always be applied just to the areas most prone to oil such as the forehead, nose and chin while avoiding any drier areas.
It can also be used as a targeted spot treatment to help treat and clear active breakouts.
Product Details: Dermalogica Sebum Clearing Masque
Price & Size
Dermalogica Sebum Clearing Mask 75ml £44.50
Ingredients
Kaolin and Bentonite Clay with Salicylic Acid as the active ingredient. Cinnamon bark, Oats and L
Gluten free, Vegan, No Artificial Fragrances or Colours, Paraben Free and Cruelty Free.
Packaging
Squeezy plastic tube with flip up lid.
Target Audience: Dermalogica Sebum Clearing Masque
Adult skin prone to acne. Salicylic Acid is not recommended for use while pregnant.
Benefits
Cooling clay mask soothes skin whilst treating and preventing breakouts.
The clays absorb excess oil and detoxify the skin while Salicylic Acid exfoliates and unclogs pores.
Cinnamon bark has antibacterial cleansing properties that eliminate acne-causing bacteria while the Oats and Liquorice help to soothe irritation.
Leaves skin feeling deeply cleansed, soft and supple.
Alternatives
You may prefer other acne fighting masks from Dermalogica such as the Dermalogica Skin Refining Masque or Charcoal Rescue Masque £40.00 75ml if you are currently pregnant and looking to avoid Salicylic Acid.
This mask from Ren has a comparable price point per ml to the Dermalogica masks and it may be a suitable alternative if you want
Ren’s Clarimatte Invisible Pores Detox Mask 27.00 50ml.
If there’s no way you’re paying Dermalogica or Ren prices for your skincare products but still want to use a reputable brand that’s higher up the skincare foodchain than
Origins Clear Improvement Active Charcoal Mask to Clear Pores £27.00 100ml
More affordable options yet still are these face masks from High Street retailers including L’Oreal, Sanctuary and Lush.
L’Oreal Pure Clay Detox Mask £7.99 50ml
Sanctuary Spa 5 Minute Thermal Detox Mask £10.00 75ml
Lush Mask of Magnaminty Face and Body Mask
Derma V10 Detoxifying Clay Mask £1.99 50ml.
For a closer look at the L’Oreal Pure Clay Detox Mask in comparison to the Derma V10 Detoxifying Clay Mask, have a look at my post on budget savvy skincare dupes.
If you have your heart set on Dermalogica but want to try a slightly more affordable targeted acne-fighting face mask, you could try the Dermalogica Clear Start Cleansing Cooling Masque £16.15 75ml. You can see my review of the Dermalogica Cleansing Cooling Masque here.
Final Thoughts
The Dermalogica Sebum Clearing Masque is a pricey product but it does work well for a lot of people who try it and it could be worth the investment if you’ve already tried a lot of products and now you want to pull out the big guns so to speak and see if a fancier product can do anything more for you.
It’s a good one to go for if you prefer to have one product capable of doing a really good job over several cheaper products that may or may not work very well for you. Of course, this mask won’t work miracles for everyone either but at least with Dermalogica you can always get hold of a few samples before deciding whether or not to purchase a full size product.
You can also look into having a Dermalogica skin mapping consultation to figure out which of their products might work best for you.
If your looking for high-end professional skincare from one of the best known brands for quality, then this might be for you. If affordability is more your thing, perhaps one of my alternatives will be more to your liking.
Overall Summary
Acne can be a real problem and it’s sad that many of us think it’s a problem that simply goes away in our early twenties only to find out that there is such a thing as adult acne that can persist for decades after puberty.
If skin issues are getting you down and problem skin is causing you issues, this mask may well be worth trying. It works for a lot of people and the results it can give makes the cost a little easier to swallow.
If you want to dabble with some Dermalogica products but aren’t about to fork out a load of money on their products, you could buy Dermalogica samples online from Ebay.
You could also ask for samples at places like Debenhams but I think it’s better to do that only if you actually have the intention of buying something from them in the near future otherwise it’s a little bit cheeky IMHO.
If you’re ordering any Dermalogica products online from somewhere like Pure Beauty, you can usually add sample sachets to your order for free.
What are your thoughts on Dermalogica? Have you tried any products from them yet?
Miss Beauty Saver xoxox
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