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Summary
Dermalogica Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash Cleanser clears away dead skin cells, dirt and excess oils that clog pores and cause breakouts.
Benefits
- Dives deep into pores, clearing dead skin cells and trapped oils to help wipe out existing and future breakouts
- Recommend for those who struggle with "back-ne" - acne on the back
- Great for those with large pores, oily skin and acne breakouts
Key Ingredients
- Salicylic Acid: clears pores, dead skin cells, and trapped oils to stop existing and prevent future breakouts
- Meadowsweet Extract: an anti-inflammatory agent that protects against the production and secretion of excess sebum
- Tea Tree, Lavender, Camellia and Balm Mint: help eliminate bacteria and calm irritated skin
- Orange Peel Extract: revives, energizes, and refreshes skin
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Morning and night, work a pea-sized amount into a lather in wet hands. Apply to dampened face and neck, massaging in circular motions while concentrating on areas of congestion and oiliness. Avoid eye area. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
Precautions: For external use only. Avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water.
Active: Salicylic Acid 0.50%. Inactive: Water/Aqua/Eau, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Polysorbate-20, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Oleanolic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Enantia Chlorantha Bark Extract, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Porpyra Umbilicalis Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Rhizome/Root Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol.
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- Q
I am almost 33, i have bad forehead wrinkles, sun spots, and acne scarring would you recommend this product? Ive used timeless 20% ferulic acid vitamin e but sadly I didn't see any results??
- Asked by haleybaby
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for your inquiry. Based on your concerns of forehead wrinkles, sun spots, and acne scarring, I would recommend the BioLumin-C Serum. This product brightens and reduces unbalanced pigmentation, firms the skin, and helps diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Additionally, you might want to explore the PowerBright Dark Spot Serum, which is specifically designed to fade dark spots and even skin tone over time.Was this answer helpful to you
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What percentage of Vitamin C is in a bottle.
- Asked by Linda
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, Thank you for your inquiry. Biolumin-C Vitamin C Serum has an advanced bio-technology and an ultra-stable Vitamin C complex work synergistically to enhance bioavailability of Vitamin C to fight oxidative stress and the appearance of skin aging before it starts. Here are the ingredients:Water/Aqua/Eau| Glycerin| Butylene Glycol| Ethoxydiglycol| Lactic Acid| Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil| Sodium PCA| Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5| Sophora Japonica Flower Extract| Ascorbyl Methylsilanol Pectinate| Sodium Hyaluronate| Tocopherol| Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate| Aminopropyl Ascorbyl Phosphate| Trehalose| Polyacrylate-13| Propanediol| Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil| Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil| Polyisobutene| Methylpropanediol| Carrageenan| Pentylene Glycol| Glyceryl Polyacrylate| Caprylyl Glycol| Ethylhexylglycerin| Tetrasodium Glutamate| Diacetate| Xanthan Gum| Polysorbate 20| Limonene| Sodium Hydroxide| Phenoxyethanol.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this for people who are just getting acne
- Asked by KitKat
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for your inquiry. Yes, the Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash is designed for younger, breakout-prone skin, making it suitable for individuals who are just starting to experience acne. This foaming cleanser helps to clear away dead skin cells, dirt, and excess oils that can contribute to breakouts. It contains Salicylic Acid, which is effective in combating and preventing future breakouts.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Has the biolumin-c heat aging protector with SPF 50 been discontinued? Was hoping to use it together with my vitamin C serum.
- Asked by Rachel
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. The Biolumin C Heat Aging Protector is a brand new innovation product that can be purchased here if not found in Ulta Beauty stores. https://www.dermalogica.com/products/biolumin-c-heat-aging-protector-spf50. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can the BioLumin-C serum be used with the hyaluronic serum/booster? If so, which should I apply first?
- Asked by Dee
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes, the BioLumin-C Serum can be used in conjunction with the Hyaluronic Acid IonActive Serum. You can apply the BioLumin-C Serum first to brighten and firm the skin, followed by the Hyaluronic Acid IonActive Serum to provide intense hydration. For best results, apply the BioLumin-C Serum after cleansing and toning, and then follow with the Hyaluronic Acid IonActive Serum. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Will the Breakout Clearing foaming wash help clear Keratosis Pilaris?
- Asked by Sander
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash is a breakout-fighting, foaming wash clears away dead skin cells, dirt and excess oils that clog pores and cause breakouts. Also safe to be used as a breakout body wash on the neck, chest or back...wherever skin requires deep cleaning and pore clearing for fewer breakouts. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Hi, Can this be used with your retinol serum? If so, which goes first? Can moisturizer be added after?
- Asked by Heather
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. We recommend you alternate applications of serums to allow for maximum product penetration. Vitamin C in the am, Retinol in the pm. Yes, it is recommended to apply moisturizer on top of serums. Don't forget SPF for UVA, UVB protection, especially while using Retinol. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Curious what percent of Vitamin C is in this serum?
- Asked by Mel
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Biolumin-C products contain two highly stable and bioavailable forms of vitamin c. The percentage is proprietary to Dermalogica. Percentage is less important than how much vitamin c is delivered to the skin. All three Biolumin-C products contain advanced technology that delivers more Vitamin c into the skin – which means that more vitamin c is available to the cells to protect and defend the skin. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
i also have a benzyol peroxide 5% wash, is it safe to use these two together ?? and woukd this be safe to hse with the ordinary niacinimide serum?
- Asked by fatima
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes, it is safe to alternate use between benzoyl peroxide and Clear Start Breakout Clearing Wash, and niacinamide serum. We do not recommend using active products simultaneously. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Does this product expire? What is its shelf life?
- Asked by Caro
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. The shelf life can be found on the bottle, look for a small lid icon with either 12M or 24M, indicating the length of time this product is good once opened. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
How does this acne wash differ from Dermalogica's Acne Clearing Skin Wash?
- Asked by MCCC
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Both the Clearing Skin Wash and the Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash are excellent products for breakout-prone skin. The Clearing Skin Wash is a foaming cleanser that not only clears away excess oil but also helps maintain healthy, hydrated skin. Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash is a cleanser that clears away dead skin cells, dirt, and excess oils to treat and prevent breakouts. It deep cleans and purifies skin without stripping and uses botanicals to clear and soothe the skin. It can be used all over the face and body to treat and help prevent future breakouts. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have acne on my cheekbones and forhead and wont go away? My skin gets dry at first then oily. Im a teen so would it help them clear up?
- Asked by Michelle
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes, Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash is a cleanser designed to treat and prevent breakouts. It works by clearing away dead skin cells, dirt, and excess oils. It deep cleans and purifies the skin without stripping it, and its botanical ingredients soothe the skin. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
How long is product effective for after opening?
- Asked by Caira
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Please check the side bottom of the bottom where you will find an icon resembling an open lid. This lid will say 12m or 24m, indicating how long the active ingredients in the product will maintain effeciency. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
I have the Dermalogica Skin Retinal Serum. Can this product be used together with the BioLumin-C? If so, what product should be used first? Also can this serum be used near or under the eyes?
- Asked by Labbit13
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. We recommend serums be used seperate to allow for maximum product penatration. You can certainly alternate use with retinol products applied in the evening. BioLumin C serum can be used around and under the eye area with caution. Best Wishes The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this product also address breakout concerns?
- Asked by Michaela
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. BioLumin C Serum is a igh-performance serum that enhances skin’s natural defense system to brighten, firm and help dramatically reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. For concerns with breakouts, we suggest the Active Clearing line of products. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this product be used on the chest? Is it recommended for young teens (14 to be specific)?
- Asked by Karyn
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes Clear Start Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash can be used on the chest and is safe for young teens. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can this serum be used together with the BioLumin-C moisturizer?
- Asked by Fatima
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica! Yes, BioLumin C Serum and be layered underneath BioLumin C Moisturizer. Best Wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this gluten and fragrance free?
- Asked by Sab
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. We are certified cruelty-free, gluten-free, and vegan. Our formulas are free of artificial colors and fragrances, mineral oil, lanolin, S.D. alcohol, parabens and microplastics. Best wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can people with normal skin use this product without causing a breakout ?
- Asked by Dalia
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. For normal skin types we recommend Special Cleansing Gel. Best wishes, The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use the ordinary's salicylic acid serum after cleansing with this product?
- Asked by SET
- Official Answer By Dermalogica US - Brand EngageHello, thank you for contacting Dermalogica. Yes, you can use a salicylic acid serum after cleansing with Breakout Clearing Wash. Best Wishes The Dermalogica TeamWas this answer helpful to you
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Most Helpful Positive Review
love it
I don't normally write reviews because I never feel the need to.. with that being said I am a 16 year old girl with moderate acne and my mom bought me the clear start sample kit and I noticed results within 3 days. It was awesome so we bought the bigger bottles and I am so happy with the way my face...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Wanted to love this!
I really wanted to love this, and it felt great on my skin! No new acne and my skin felt soft and smooth. Unfortunately, however, I believe I'm allergic to one of the main ingredients: Cocamidopropyl Betaine. I did a lot (I mean a LOT) of research on all the products I was using and what ingredients...
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This product works for men & woman
Hubby and I both use this face wash. It cleans skin and pores well without making the skin too dry.
Buyer Beware of Online Orders
I placed a large online order on February 21 (this item included). That same day, I received two emails: first, an order confirmation, and second, a notice that the order was being packed and might arrive in multiple shipments. After that, I received no additional emails or delivery notifications—and no package. I thoroughly searched my property, including around bushes and entry areas, and checked with neighbors. The package was nowhere to be found. On March 2, I contacted customer service via text. I received a message stating the order "should be delivered March 2," along with a tracking link. The link showed a carrier tracking number indicating the package had actually been delivered on February 23. When I asked about the discrepancy, I was told to check my yard and neighbors. I confirmed that I had already done so and that the package was still missing. The response was that the issue would be elevated. On March 4, I followed up again via text. After having to repeat the entire situation, I was told there was nothing that could be done because both Ulta and the carrier show the package as delivered. I requested photo proof confirming delivery to the correct address and asked that the order either be resent or refunded so I could purchase the items in-store. My request for proof of delivery was ignored, and I was told Ulta could neither resend the package nor issue a refund. I then asked for the issue to be escalated to a supervisor and was connected quickly. She expressed sympathy and said she would elevate the matter further to explore possible options. After multiple follow-up attempts, I never received any email communication and was repeatedly told the issue was being "elevated." Eventually, I received a final message stating the escalation had been completed—and that the outcome remained the same: no refund and no replacement shipment. I'm sharing this experience so other customers understand the potential risks when ordering online.
Works well for acne
Using daily and helps control acne
the only face wash I use
I used to have bad acne since gradeschool. My mom bought so many products for it and this is the only one that I ever use. I've been using it since the seventh grade and it has helped my skin so much.
Ratings are overinflated
The rating for this product is not accurate. The majority of the reviews are for an entirely different product. Ive already tried posting a comment but they havent posted it because its showing what they are doing. This comment will likely not get posted either.