Dermalogica UltraCalming Serum Concentrate 40ml
Description
Description
Anti-redness serum for sensitive reactive skin
Redness that doesn’t fade after a cold walk, skin that flares up after changing laundry detergent, or the feeling that even water on the face is too much — chronically sensitive skin requires more targeted treatment than just a moisturizer. The cause often lies deep in the skin, at the nerve endings and signaling molecules that overreact to stimuli that are no problem for normal skin. Treatment must also act at that level.
The Dermalogica UltraCalming Serum Concentrate 40ml is a super-concentrated serum that addresses sensitive skin on multiple levels simultaneously: it soothes visible redness immediately, restores the skin barrier, and interrupts the signaling molecules that cause new flare-ups. The light, fast-absorbing texture makes the serum suitable for daily use in both morning and evening routines and for targeted use after cosmetic treatments such as chemical peels or microneedling.
Advantages
- Reduces visible redness and sensitivity with daily use
- Interrupts neurogenic irritation signals that cause redness and itching
- Restores and strengthens the skin barrier with plant oils and sterols
- Provides a cooling and hydrating sensation immediately after application
- Suitable for use after non-invasive cosmetic treatments
Active ingredients
UltraCalming Complex with oats: Dermalogica’s signature complex works beneath the skin’s surface to interrupt the signaling molecules that cause sensitivity. Oats and soothing botanical extracts reduce discomfort, burning, and itching in chronically sensitive skin.
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-15: A targeted peptide that specifically acts on neurogenic sensitivity. This peptide reduces the release of pro-inflammatory signaling molecules and increases the skin’s tolerance threshold to external irritants. With prolonged use, the skin visibly builds more resilience.
Evening primrose oil (Oenothera Biennis): Rich in gamma-linolenic acid, an essential fatty acid that nourishes and repairs the skin barrier from within. Especially valuable for skin that dries out quickly or feels tight due to a disrupted barrier function.
Avocado sterols and sunflower seed extract: Plant sterols that replenish and strengthen the natural lipids in the skin barrier. A strong barrier means less moisture loss and skin that is better protected against external irritants such as air pollution and temperature fluctuations.
Hyaluronic Acid (Sodium Hyaluronate): A humectant that can hold up to a thousand times its own weight in moisture. Hyaluronic acid restores the skin’s moisture balance and provides an immediate cooling effect after applying the serum.
Bisabolol and Boerhavia Diffusa root extract: Two plant-based soothing agents that reduce visible irritation. The combination makes the serum especially suitable for skin prone to rosacea or skin that has just undergone a professional treatment.
How to use
- Cleanse the face with a gentle cleanser like the UltraCalming Cleanser
- Spray the UltraCalming Mist over the face and let it absorb lightly
- Press one to two pumps of serum between your fingertips and apply to face, neck, and décolleté with gentle upward movements
- Use twice daily, morning and evening
- Follow with a soothing moisturizer and always finish with sun protection in the morning
Suitable for
- Chronically sensitive and reactive skin
- Skin prone to rosacea or visible redness
- Skin after non-invasive cosmetic treatments such as peels, IPL, and microneedling
- Skin that periodically flares up due to seasonal changes, stress, or hormonal fluctuations
- Users of the broader UltraCalming system who add a targeted serum step
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use this serum daily or only during flare-ups?
Both methods of use work. For structurally sensitive skin, daily use twice a day is recommended for a building calming effect. In case of an acute flare-up, you can also temporarily use the serum to calm the skin faster.
Can I use this serum after a chemical peel or microneedling treatment?
Yes, this is even one of the recommended uses. The UltraCalming Complex combined with barrier-repairing plant oils supports the skin during the sensitive recovery phase after non-invasive cosmetic procedures.
Can I combine this serum with other active ingredients like retinol or vitamin C?
Yes, but build the routine carefully. Preferably use retinol in the evening and the UltraCalming Serum Concentrate as a soothing layer underneath or on top. Vitamin C fits well into the morning routine, followed by this serum if the skin needs extra calm that morning.
