Dermalogica Breakout Clearing Booster 30ml
Description
Description
Fast-acting serum against pimples with 2% salicylic acid
A pimple that appears just before an important appointment, a school photo, or a party — everyone knows the feeling. Classic spot treatments often work but leave a white mark, dry out the surrounding skin, or cause a red ring that stands out even more than the pimple itself. What you really need is something that makes a visible difference overnight without the side effects.
The Breakout Clearing Booster is developed precisely for this. With 2% salicylic acid, niacinamide, and a patented TT Technology that protects the skin microbiome, the serum fights acne-causing bacteria within 15 minutes and visibly reduces pimples overnight. The special feature is its dual use: targeted on individual pimples or as a thin layer over the entire face as preventive care.
Advantages
- Fights acne-causing bacteria within 15 minutes
- Makes visible pimples smaller and less red overnight
- Strengthens the skin barrier, making pimples less frequent
- Gradually reduces the visibility of dark spots after pimples
- Gentle enough for sensitive and combination skin with daily use
Active ingredients
Salicylic Acid (2.0%): A concentrated dose of beta-hydroxy acid that penetrates deep into the pores and dissolves the sebum buildup that forms the basis for pimples. On an active spot, it reduces inflammation within hours, while preventive use over the entire face prevents new blockages from forming. Four times the dose of a daily cleanser, in a precisely balanced formula.
Niacinamide: Vitamin B3 with a dual action. It immediately soothes redness and swelling around an active pimple and gradually fades post-inflammatory pigmentation spots that pimples leave weeks later. An essential ingredient for those who want to prevent pimples from leaving lasting marks.
Chlorella (Phytoplankton) & TT Technology: Two ingredients that specifically work to protect the natural skin microbiome. Unlike classic spot treatments that kill all bacteria — both bad and good — these ingredients target the bacteria that cause acne while keeping the healthy skin flora intact. This explains why the Booster does not dry out the skin like older spot treatments.
Chondrus Crispus (Irish Seaweed) & Sodium Hyaluronate: Two hydrating ingredients that prevent the active acids from drying out the skin. Irish seaweed locks in moisture and soothes irritated spots, while hyaluronic acid binds moisture in the upper skin layers. Together, they make it possible to use the Booster multiple times a day without the skin peeling.
Lactic Acid & Thymol: Lactic acid (AHA) accelerates natural cell renewal and fades visible spots. Thymol — a natural extract from thyme — works synergistically with salicylic acid and enhances the antibacterial effect without putting extra strain on the skin.
How to use
- Thoroughly cleanse your face with a suitable cleanser and optionally apply a toner
- Press a few drops onto your fingertip or directly onto an inflamed pimple
- For targeted action: apply to one or more active pimples. For preventive use: spread a thin layer over the entire face
- Allow to dry completely for 30 to 60 seconds before applying your moisturizer
- Use morning and evening; for new users, we recommend testing once a day on a small area for three days first
Suitable for
- Teenagers and young adults with emerging or existing pimples
- Adults with hormonal pimples around menstruation or stressful moments
- Sensitive and combination skin that cannot tolerate classic spot treatments
- Also usable under makeup as a preventive layer
- Do not apply on cracked, irritated, or open skin
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Breakout Clearing Booster and the Post-Breakout Fix?
Very different functions. The Booster targets active pimples as they appear and prevents new ones from forming. The Post-Breakout Fix focuses on the dark or red spots that pimples leave behind for weeks. Many people use both products alongside each other: the Booster in the morning on active spots, the Post-Breakout Fix in the evening on spots from previous pimples.
Can I combine this Booster with other serums from the Dermalogica range?
Preferably not at the same time as other serums in the same routine. Use one active serum per routine to avoid overloading the skin. If you want to combine it with, for example, the AGE Bright Clearing Serum, use the Booster during the day and the AGE Bright in the evening.
How quickly do I see results after application?
You often see and feel a difference on an active pimple within one night — less redness and swelling. For structural improvement of the skin’s appearance with regular use over the entire face, expect one to two weeks of consistent use before the pattern of pimples visibly decreases.
Does the Booster make my skin extra sensitive to the sun?
Salicylic acid can make the skin more sensitive to UV radiation, yes. Therefore, always finish your morning routine with sun protection, even in winter or cloudy weather. An SPF of at least 30 is suitable for daily use for those who have this Booster in their routine.
