History

In 1983, UK-born skin therapist Jane Wurwand opened the International Dermal Institute in California with the goal of raising the bar of esthetician training in the United States. She invited a group of leading skin experts to teach at the IDI, and together they saw a chance to revolutionize the industry. Rather than viewing skincare as being about beauty, Wurwand and her colleagues saw it as a matter of health. In 1986, Wurwand launched Dermalogica, an effective skincare line free of irritants and artifical ingredients. The line has since expanded worldwide, with Dermalogica-trained therapists in over 50 countries.

Philosophy

Healthy skin should be your number one priority. Dermalogica strives to go beyond appearances to change your skin from the inside out. Their high-performing products are free of common allergens and ingredients that cause breakouts. Instead of investing in glossy ads and slick packaging, they devote their resources to developing innovative formulas. Want extra proof that they’re serious about education? Step into any Dermalogica store to get a complimentary Face Mapping® skin analysis from a trained skin therapist.

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