Dermalogica
PreCleanse

PreCleanse is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 95.

PreCleanse is the ultimate make-up remover for all skin conditions.

What It Does

This lightweight cleansing oil removes stubborn make-up, dirt and excess oil while calming, conditioning and nourishing skin.

What Else You Need to Know

Ideal for use prior to a Dermalogica Cleanser.

Dispense into dry hands. Massage over dry face and eyes to dissolve surface oil and dirt. Concentrate on areas of congestion or stubborn debris. Wet hands and continue massaging to create a light, milky emulsion. Rinse with lukewarm water. Follow with prescribed Dermalogica Cleanser for professional cleansing results.

Ingredients

Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, PEG-40 Sorbitan Peroleate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Extract, Lavandula Hybrida Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Oil, Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Aleurites Moluccana Seed Oil, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Tocopherol, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

Dermalogica is dedicated to maintaining the accuracy of the ingredient lists on this website. However, because ingredients are subject to change, we cannot guarantee that these lists are complete, up-to-date and/or error-free. For an accurate listing of ingredients in each product, please refer to your product packaging.

Ratings & Reviews

Rated 5 out of 5 by Kennemae from Perfect for my dry and sensitive skin Perfect for my dry skin. Only complaint is that fragrance is a lot for me it smells good just a lot!

Date published: 2024-03-27

Rated 5 out of 5 by LisaQ from Amazing product Love, love, love Precleanse! It takes off every bit of makeup including brows, mascara and red lipstick! It rinses clean without a greasy feel. I can’t be without it.

Date published: 2024-02-20

Rated 5 out of 5 by nicKname2022 from Precleanse Oil Excellent start to cleansing. Whether you have make-up to loosen or oil or pollution on your skin, this is an excellent first step to cleansing.

Date published: 2024-01-17

Rated 4 out of 5 by Emily from Doesn't quite do the job. I wish they hadn't discontinued precleanse cleansing balm. This just isn't the same. It doesn't remove my makeup and I have to use a LOT of it.

Date published: 2022-11-22

Rated 5 out of 5 by Ivonne from The best!!! One of my favorite products! Nothing like it to remove makeup or any debris from the face. A must have when double cleansing

Date published: 2022-08-13

Rated 5 out of 5 by Eliza from Best Oil Cleanser I started using this product when I was esthetics school. I love it. It has been my go-to for my double cleanings for years.

Date published: 2022-01-05

Rated 5 out of 5 by Katherine from First time dermalogica user Smells really good and herbal. Effectively removed makeup before cleansing… took some time for all the steps after.. used the age smart products line after this step

Date published: 2021-12-06

Rated 5 out of 5 by Susie from Love this PreCleanse! I love this PreCleanse to remove make-up and grim before a foaming cleanser. Skin glows after this double cleanse method.

Date published: 2020-12-04

Rated 4 out of 5 by ROBEM from PreCleanse This is the first Dermalogic product I haven’t loved 100%. The products is very runny so I wasted a little the first time I used it. But after I knew how running it is I adjusted how I used it after that. It has a very pleasant sent and did a great job removing my makeup.

Date published: 2019-08-14

Rated 4 out of 5 by Steph from Love the experience, could be better removing masc I have to say that I love this product so much! The reason i gave 4 stars is because it could do a better job removing mascara. However I love the experience this product provides on my cleansing routine . Skin feels great and love the smell compared to other cleansers. I also prefer this than the cleansing balm. In my opinion.

Date published: 2019-07-18

Rated 5 out of 5 by Martha from Melts My Make Up Off Use this before you wash your face- and your make up and any oil debris will be completely removed - even water-proof mascara. I tried the preclease balm and it is good, but with my combination skin and stubborn make up, this oil swirls all around and lifts up all the gross to be washed away. I am a fan of this for life.

Date published: 2019-07-02

Rated 5 out of 5 by Lauren from Worth the price paid! Yes, this product IS higher priced than most makeup removers/ precleanses BUTTTT it’s also 1000% better than the rest! It has a very fresh orange smell when applying it to your face. The best part is you don’t have to scrub for hours trying to get makeup off ESPECIALLY the mascara. It doesn’t burn your eyes and leave your face feeling amazing. No harsh mascara stuck on those eyelashes anymore. I will not buy anything else! Pay the price, you won’t regret it!!

Date published: 2019-06-10

Rated 5 out of 5 by Bsims1422 from Favorite product! By far best product for removing makeup and buildup. I was nervous at first since I have combination oily skin and tend to break out easily but it doesn’t affect either! It is amazing and leaves my skin super soft. It’s a MUST HAVE !

Date published: 2019-05-08

Rated 5 out of 5 by Erin from This stuff is the best! This stuff is amazing to do before washing your face! It literally gets all the makeup and dirt loose for removal. The face wash wouldn’t work nearly as well without this precleanse. My go-to product.

Date published: 2019-03-28

Rated 5 out of 5 by LauraAnneG from Must have Product Dermalogica Precleanse is a must have! Perfect for removing makeup and oils so your cleanser can work best for you to clean your skin......

Date published: 2019-02-26

Rated 4 out of 5 by Jocelyn from Very nice pre cleanser I really like using this cleanser to take off makeup!!! Even mascara!! It doesn’t lather or get milky like it says but overall it leaves the skin squeaky clean!!

Date published: 2019-02-07

Rated 5 out of 5 by Glow Goddess from Great for double cleansing and Makeup Removal I follow the Dermalogica double cleanse method and this stuff works. It's basically a pre conditioner for your skin. Removes surface dirt and makeup really easily. Leaves the skin super soft and ready for your cleanser to actually do its job.

Date published: 2019-01-11

Rated 5 out of 5 by TotallyTammy from A Must Have! I believe everyone should have precleanse in their skin care regimen. It is safe for my sensitive skin, it binds and cleanses away oil, makeup, mascara, and environmental debris, very gently and effectively!

Date published: 2018-12-24

Rated 5 out of 5 by Akfannie from Will never go back to single cleanse! Precleanse (step 1 of a double cleanse) removes all my makeup, even waterproof and long wear! I love that it also lets my cleanser do it’s job directly on my skin rather than cut through the days buildup. I use it everyday, 2x a day!

Date published: 2018-12-20

Rated 5 out of 5 by Chelsea713 from Best makeup remover Takes everything off before cleansing. My favorite makeup remover. Dermalogica rocks

Date published: 2018-11-07

Rated 5 out of 5 by Lysett from My go to makeup remover This is my favorite part about my skin care removing my makeup its so easy with the pre cleanse! I use to use wipes from the drug store but that doesnt clean insode my pores like how this pre cleanse does

Date published: 2018-10-22

Rated 5 out of 5 by JFish77 from Cleaner skin I love this product. Send counter intuitive to use oill to cleanse skin, but this works like a magnet to draw out excess oil before I cleanse and my skin is cleaner and softer with Precleanse!

Date published: 2018-10-16

Rated 5 out of 5 by Kimmie from My skin loves it! I tried a small 1oz sample of the Dermalogica Precleanse and Special Cleansing Gel set. I have to say, it far surpassed my expectations. The 1oz bottles lasted me roughly a month and a half—being used daily. What I love about the Precleanse is that it gently breaks up my makeup, making it easier to cleanse my face—it especially works well on mascara. I double cleanse each night, starting with the Precleanse and ending with the Special Cleansinh Gel. My face has never felt, nor looked better. I suggest it to anyone I come in contact with. I have now purchased a larger bottle of each to continue using in my daily skincare regime.

Date published: 2018-09-20

Rated 5 out of 5 by Callie from A+mazing I love, love, love the precleanse from dermalogica. The smell, the feel, the way it soaks up all my oil and dirt in just a few motions. You cannot go wrong with A+ product

Date published: 2018-09-18

Rated 5 out of 5 by Anna from Game Changer! This product helps remove my oil build up so well without leaving my skin tight. Its helped with all the conjested skin on my chin and cheeks. My skin is a new level of smooth! I recommend it to everyone.

Date published: 2018-07-09

Rated 5 out of 5 by maclover from Amazing! Perfect start to a skin care routine, it gets all the junk and makeup on your face, even before you do your face wash. I love this stuff!

Date published: 2018-07-05

Rated 5 out of 5 by April from Must have! I didn’t realize how much I depended on this as a part of my face washing ritual until I ran out of it! It makes taking off your make up so much easier. The best part is that once you apply your facewash you know its able to penetrate into your skin and do its job best!

Date published: 2018-07-05

Rated 5 out of 5 by Danni from Favortie! This is my all time favorite makeup remover. So gentle and soothing for the skin. Melts your makeup right off without scrubing or pulling at your skin!

Date published: 2018-07-05

Rated 5 out of 5 by FhairA from Wow! I have a hard time with makeup removal. Normally I have to scrub with a makeup remover and cleanser, I still have smeared mascara under my eyes and alot of eye and skin irritation. Not only did this product remove ALL the makeup, it was gentle and left my skin feeling soft and preped for my skin care ritual.

Date published: 2018-03-31

Rated 5 out of 5 by Baggett333 from The best makeup remover! I absolutely love this product. It melts all of my makeup off...even mascara. It smells lovely and makes my skin feel amazing without harsh chemicals or rubbing until my lashes fall out. ITS THE BEST!!!

Date published: 2018-03-25