our commitment to sustainability
The choices we make every day are directly linked to the health of the planet we live on. As a global brand, we're acutely aware of the impact that our actions can have on the environment, which is why we launched and are committed to our ambitious new initiative, "Healthy Skin, Healthy Planet".
recyclable packaging
Metal springs are a hidden secret inside most pumps, rendering them non-recyclable. Dermalogica's new cleanser packaging uses a single-material recyclable pump and a bottle made with 50% recycled plastic, significantly reducing waste.
more sustainable dropper
Made with 75% recycled material, the Breakout Clearing Booster dropper is proof of our commitment to a more sustainable environment.
airless tube system
The upgraded PoreScreen Mineral Sunscreen SPF 40 and PowerBright Dark Spot Peel use a first-to-market mono-material airless tube system.
more sustainable ingredients
We have replaced a key ingredient (Butylene Glycol) in 77 formulas with a plant-based alternative that has a 50% lower global warming potential, using 46% less non-renewable energy than petroleum-based production.
by 2025, Dermalogica will meet or exceed the following sustainability goals:
- 90% of our ingredients will be sustainably sourced*
- 100% of our tubes, bottles and cartons will be designed to be reusable, recyclable and/or compostable
- The majority of the plastic in our packaging will come from recycled or plant-based materials**
- We will work primarily with suppliers who track and manage their carbon emissions***
Our sister brand Clear Start will also meet or exceed the goals of the 'Healthy Skin, Healthy Planet' initiative by 2025.
cruelty-free + certified vegan
We are recognized cruelty-free by PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) and Leaping Bunny, and certified vegan and gluten-free.
no artificial colors or fragrances
Since 1986, Dermalogica has strived to bring customers the cleanest formulas possible. Our formulas are free of artificial colors and fragrances, mineral oil, lanolin, S.D. alcohol, parabens and microplastics.
FSC certified
All of the cartons Dermalogica uses are FSC-certified to be sustainable for forests. Additionally, all of our shipping partners are SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative) certified. SFI Inc. is an independent, non-profit, charitable organization dedicated to promoting sustainable forest management in North America and supporting responsible sourcing worldwide.
* 90% of the ingredients in our products, most of which will be identified as sustainable through certification and/or other supporting data. For ingredients with no existing certification practice, we will seek secondary documentation demonstrating sustainability credentials.
** 51% (or more) of packaging plastic, by weight, will come from recycled plastic or plant-based materials.
*** All Dermalogica partners and distributors must provide evidence of carbon emissions management practices.