Dermalogica Calm Water Gel Moisturizer — 1.7 fl oz lightweight hydrating gel for sensitive skin

Dermalogica Calm Water Gel is a lightweight, water-gel moisturizer that instantly hydrates dry, sensitive skin and leaves a weightless protective barrier.

This refreshing gel-to-fluid formula absorbs quickly to deliver immediate moisture without heaviness or residue. Designed for sensitive and easily irritated complexions, it helps soothe tightness while helping lock in hydration and defend against moisture loss from everyday environmental stressors. The gesture of its texture—cool, refreshing, and featherlight—makes it suitable for mornings, evenings, and layering under serums or sunscreen.

How does Calm Water Gel hydrate without feeling heavy?

The formula transforms from a gel into a water-like fluid on contact with skin, so it spreads thinly and sinks in fast rather than sitting on the surface. Lightweight humectants draw moisture into the skin while film-formers create a breathable barrier to reduce evaporation.

• Gel-to-fluid texture for quick absorption
• Humectant-rich to attract moisture into skin
• Breathable film to lock hydration without clogging pores

Can Calm Water Gel help with redness and irritation?

It’s formulated to soothe dry, sensitive skin by calming the sensation of tightness and discomfort. The cooling application and gentle ingredients help reduce the perception of irritation while restoring comfort through hydration.

• Cooling gel feel that calms upon application
• Softens and comforts stressed skin
• Non-greasy finish suitable for reactive complexions

How do I use this moisturizer in my routine?

Apply after cleansing and any water-based treatments, like serums or essences, while skin is slightly damp to maximize hydration. Use a pea- to dime-sized amount and smooth evenly across face and neck; follow with sunscreen in daytime.

• Apply to damp skin for best absorption
• Layer under sunscreen or makeup as a lightweight base
• Suitable for morning and evening routines

Will this work for oily or combination skin types?

Although designed for dry, sensitive skin, the weightless finish and fast absorption make it compatible with oily or combination skin that still needs hydration. It hydrates without adding shine or heaviness, so it can replace heavier creams where pore-clogging is a concern.

• Non-comedogenic-friendly texture
• Light finish that won’t feel greasy
• Balances hydration needs without overloading oily zones

Who is this for: Dermalogica Calm Water Gel is aimed at people with dry, sensitive, or easily irritated skin who want immediate, lightweight hydration without greasy residue. It’s also a good option for anyone seeking a calming daily moisturizer that layers well under serums, sunscreen, or makeup—especially those who prefer a cool, non-sticky texture. If you need a compact 1.7 fl oz jar that refreshes, soothes, and helps keep moisture locked in during daily environmental exposure, this gel is formulated with that use in mind.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Opuntia Ficus-Indica Stem Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Extract, Stearyl Heptanoate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sea Salt, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Stearyl Caprylate, Lauryl PEG-9 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Sodium Benzoate, Disodium Phosphate, Linalool, Limonene.