Dermalogica Skincare Blog

Dermalogica Oil Control Lotion is a feather-light lotion containing microsponges to absorb oil on the skin’s surface, helping to combat shine and maintain an all-day matte finish. Niacinamide, Zinc Gluconate, Yeast Extract, Caffeine and Biotin purify and inhibit overactive sebaceous gland activity while soothing irritation. Salicylic Acid clears congested follicles to minimise future breakout activity, while Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract controls over-active oil glands, helping to reduce oily shine on skin’s surface. Naturally-antiseptic Camphor, Balm Mint and Cornflower cool and calm inflammation.

Product Benefits

• Absorbs excess oil and eliminates shine while providing an all-day matte finish.
• Regulates sebum production.
• Soothes irritated skin while moisturising.
• Helps eliminate congestion and prevent future breakouts.

Dermalogica Oil Control Lotion is part of the Dermalogica Moisturisers range of products and can be found in the Excess Oil Production skin section.

RRP: £27.50
Our Usual Price: £21.75
Our Offer Price: £19.50
Offer Start Date: 25/04/2012
Offer End Date: 01/04/2012

If your skin has not coped well with being subjected to sunshine, pollution, cigarette smoke or simply the passing of time, it is likely that the delicate area around the eyes really lets you down and makes you look older than your years.

The signs of premature ageing can creep up on us as the skin slowly sags and swells, and the realisation that it is looking old and damaged can be hard to deal with. Using the right eye care treatment can make a huge difference to the appearance of this fragile skin by targeting specific problems:

• Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Firm uses an infusion of vitamins to repair the signs of premature ageing. The powerful ingredients improve elasticity and firmness, and offer protection against moisture loss and environmental stresses. Fine lines are reduced and the skin is left looking and feeling smooth and velvety.

• Dermalogica Intensive Eye Repair is an ultra-rich cream, but it is absorbed easily into the skin to provide intense hydration. Botanicals and phytonutrients provide nourishment and restore suppleness, while antioxidants protect against further damage.

• Dermalogica Age Reversal Eye Complex is such a powerful product it is recommended that you build up frequency of use over a period of a couple of weeks: free radicals are eliminated, the ability to retain moisture is improved, skin is exfoliated and smoothed, firmness is increased thanks to reinforced structural support, collagen production is stimulated, circulation is improved… and the list goes on!

Unfortunately for our skin, the ageing process begins to make itself felt soon after we hit our thirties… As it begins to lose elasticity and volume, the skin can lose its youthful plumpness and fine lines can start appearing.

These first signs of ageing are often seen around the eyes. The skin here is thinner than elsewhere on the face, making it much more vulnerable to damage from sunlight, pollution and harsh cosmetics. Sleep deprivation, diet, alcohol and tobacco can also cause the delicate skin to droop, swell or take on the darker hue indicative of unhappy skin.

Paying attention to your general health will have a positive impact on your appearance and the state of your skin, while some skincare products can help to protect your skin and delay those signs of ageing.

Always make sure you protect the skin around your eyes by wearing a hat or sunglasses in strong sunlight, and make sure that you start to use a good quality eye cream once you reach your thirties. Your eye cream should be designed to repair the damage caused to the eye area while also protecting it from further damage.

Dermalogica Total Eye Care does just this: a combination of AHA and plant extracts makes skin smoother and firmer, reducing puffiness and fine lines; light diffusers reduce the appearance of dark circles, reducing the need for concealers; and with an SPF of 15; the skin has added protection from the sun’s damaging rays.

Many people swear by this effective but gentle eye care product which is perfect for fighting those first signs of ageing. In the next article, we will take a look at the Dermalogica products that can help to tackle more pronounced signs of ageing around the eyes.

For those who suffer from spots during their teenage years, the state of their skin can be a real source of distress. Unfortunately, many products aimed at spot-prone teenage skin are simply too harsh, and strip the skin of their natural oils. This can leave the skin fragile and vulnerable to further irritation as well as actually stimulating sebum production!

It is essential for those suffering from spots to implement a gentle and effective skin regime. The Dermalogica Clean Start range of skincare products has been formulated to remove bacteria and impurities without stripping the skin and drying it out. It offers a complete regimen from the cleanser to a lotion designed to control breakouts and keep the skin matte, and allows teenagers to tackle their skin problems without risking damage.

It may be difficult to remember to be kind to spot-prone skin, but it most certainly pays off. If you suffer from spots, make sure you always wash your hands thoroughly before applying products or touching your face. Avoid the temptation to squeeze or pick spots: you could quite easily cause the pore to rupture and force infected tissue deeper into the skin, thus increasing your chances of scarring.

Gentle and appropriate products combined with the above precautions will help your skin to fight the breakouts and rediscover your confidence!

Travelling may be fun but it can take its toll on our skin… Plane travel means exposing your complexion to a very dry atmosphere for hours on end, causing the skin to dehydrate. Extremes of temperature can also wreak havoc, leaving the complexion flushed and irritated.

So, while it can’t carry your bags or rub sun cream onto your back, Dermalogica Antioxidant HydraMist may prove to be your skin’s best friend the next time you go travelling, and this is why:

• It creates an active anti-oxidant shield for your skin in order to protect it from the effects of damaging free radicals (which can be created by radiation, pollution, cigarette smoke etc.).

• It has an instant tightening and lifting effect on the skin, combatting those signs of tiredness and fatigue.

• It intensely hydrates the skin as well as soothing and refreshing the complexion.

It can be used as part of your daily skin care regime, or applied during the day, even if you are wearing make-up. This makes it the ideal pick-me-up for your skin, wherever you are. The spray is also available in a travel size which is perfect for taking on the plane or carrying around in your handbag!