Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant Brightening Face Exfoliator Powder 0.45 oz — Gentle, Travel-Ready Daily Exfoliant

Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant is a rice-based exfoliating powder that activates with water to gently polish, brighten and smooth skin for daily use.

This iconic microfoliant transforms from a fine powder into a creamy paste when mixed with water, delivering a blend of enzymes and exfoliating acids that lift dead skin cells and surface debris without harsh scrubbing. Lightweight and dermatologist-recommended, it helps even skin tone and calms irritation while preparing skin for serums and makeup. The travel-ready 0.45 oz size is convenient for trial, travel, or keeping in a gym bag.

How does the powder format benefit my daily skincare routine?

The powder format stays stable until activation, so active ingredients retain potency longer than in pre-mixed scrubs. It creates a gentle, customizable exfoliating paste when combined with water, allowing you to control intensity by adjusting amount and massage time.

• Activates on contact with water to produce a creamy exfoliant.
• Freshly mixed formula maintains ingredient strength.
• Customize exfoliation by varying quantity and massage duration.
• Compact jar is travel-friendly and spill-resistant.

What key ingredients make it effective without causing irritation?

Dermalogica’s formula uses a synergy of papaya enzyme and salicylic acid to dissolve dead skin cells and unclog pores while conditioning agents soothe and reduce the feeling of tightness. The result is smoother skin texture and a more even appearance without rough mechanical abrasives.

• Papaya enzyme promotes natural exfoliation to brighten skin.
• Salicylic acid helps clear surface buildup and refine pores.
• Soothing components calm skin and reduce immediate redness.
• Fine powder particles polish gently rather than abrade.

How do I use it safely for daily exfoliation?

Dispense a small amount into very wet hands and rub to form a paste, then massage onto damp skin for the recommended time before rinsing. Because it’s mild, it can be used daily, but adjust frequency if you experience sensitivity or are using other active treatments.

• Use on wet skin: a pea-sized scoop is usually enough for a single application.
• Massage gently for 30–60 seconds, then rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
• Follow with toner/serum and SPF in the daytime routine.
• If irritation occurs, reduce frequency or consult a skincare professional.

Will this work under makeup and with other products?

The Daily Microfoliant polishes the skin surface to create a smoother canvas, which helps makeup apply more evenly and improves product absorption. It pairs well with hydrating serums and lightweight moisturizers; apply sunscreen afterward in daytime routines to protect newly revealed skin.

• Prepares skin for smoother foundation application.
• Enhances absorption of subsequent serums and treatments.
• Compatible with most hydrating and antioxidant products.
• Always use SPF after exfoliating in daytime routines.

Who is this for: Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant is suited for anyone seeking a non-abrasive daily exfoliant—especially those with dullness, uneven texture, or occasional congestion who want a gentle, easy-to-rinse formula. It’s appropriate for most skin types but users with highly reactive skin or on strong prescription actives should introduce it gradually or check with a dermatologist. The 0.45 oz size is ideal for first-time users, frequent travelers, or as a convenient backup when you’re on the go.

Ingredients

Microcrystalline Cellulose, Magnesium Oxide, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Colloidal Oatmeal, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Starch, Coconut Acid, Allantoin, Papain, Salicylic Acid, Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, PCA, Populus Tremuloides Bark Extract, Cyclodextrin, Sodium Isethionate, Lauryl Methacrylate/Glycol Dimethacrylate Crosspolymer, Maltodextrin, 4-Terpineol, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Water/Aqua/Eau, Limonene, Citric Acid, Tocopherol.