Skin Recovery Softening Cream Cleanser

Paula's Choice

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3.7

162 reviews
59%
would repurchase
3.7/5
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2015 formula:Water (Aqua), Hydrogenated Polydecene (emollient thickener), Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate (mild cleansing agent), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (antioxidant plant oil/emollient), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (emollient), Polysorbate 80 (emulsifier), Laureth-4 (emulsifier), Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer (stabilizer), Cocamidopropyl Betaine (mild cleansing agent), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Beta-Glucan (soothing agent), Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum), PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate (surfactant/emulsifier), Butylene Glycol (slip agent), Disodium EDTA (chelating agent), Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Hexylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin (preservative).Old formula:Water, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate (very mild cleansing agent), Hydrogenated Polydecene (emollient), Acrylates Copolymer (suspending agent and film former), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil (plant oil/emollient), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (thickener), Polysorbate-80 (emulsifier), Cocamidopropyl Betaine (lather agent), Glycerin (skin-identical ingredient), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (anti-irritant), Mineral Oil (Paraffinum Liquidum) (emollient), Beta-Glucan (skin-conditioning agent), PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate (thickener), Butylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol (slip agents), Tetrasodium EDTA (chelating agent), Laureth-4 (surfactant), Sorbic Acid, Chlorphenesin (all preservatives), Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster).

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    1.0
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    bgrinpacnw

    9 years ago

    Beware! This product has recently been re-formulated and now doesn't even resemble the previous cleanser. The old formula was wonderful - it was very gentle, non-irritating, and did a great job...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinVery Dry, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    Carla1346

    10 years ago

    Holy moly! I love this stuff I had really bad acne and such oily skin but after a couple days using this stuff I noticed an amazing change in my skin! It cleared my skin and ridded it of oil...

    About reviewer (25 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    4.0
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    MES

    10 years ago

    I purchased the kit for Rosacea skin that leans dry even though I do not have Rosacea. I do have sensitive skin that is acne prone with a lot of surface redness. While this is a good cleanser for...

    About reviewer (620 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Eire1

    10 years ago

    I HAD THE SAMPLE. This and the toner in the skin recovery line both have a milky cream elegant like feeling on the skin. I don't know how much a face wash can really do to help in moisturizing dry...

    About reviewer (272 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    flairgirl8

    10 years ago

    A fragrance free, dye free gentle cleanser that effectively removes makeup and sunscreen without drying the skin. This seems actually soothing to my combination skin that is prone to redness.

    About reviewer (3576 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair, Cool

    HairOther, Straight, Fine

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    esornart

    10 years ago

    I have very super sensitive skin that is prone to dryness, irritation and break outs. I like this cleanser because: - it hydrates my skin & does not dry up my skin - feels clean and...

    About reviewer (118 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinNormal, Fair

    HairBlack

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    prowl2000

    10 years ago

    I really wanted to love this cleanser, having been a big fan of Paula. Before getting myself a biggest size bottle (wanted to save money), I had read really really a lot about cleansers because I...

    About reviewer (37 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBlack, Straight, Other

    EyesBlack

    5.0
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    leren32

    10 years ago

    This doesn't leave my face tight or traumatized. It removes most makeup except my Urban Decay eyeliner. I'm very happy with it.

    About reviewer (3 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair

    HairBrunette

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    kochanie

    10 years ago

    My preferred method of makeup removal is with a cleansing lotion, I hate how oily most makeup removers are. This particular one is nice, but nothing really special. Maybe I'd like it better if I...

    About reviewer (20 reviews)

    Age19-24

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBlond, Wavy, Medium

    EyesGreen

    5.0
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    Pheebie

    10 years ago

    I am not this cleanser's intended audience. I have oily-to-combination skin that develops the occasional dry patch when the weather gets cold or if I've used something too harsh for my skin. ...

    About reviewer (377 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Other, Neutral

    HairBrown, Curly, Fine

    EyesHazel

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    raverockababy

    10 years ago

    This is a free product which the distributor gave to me when I first ordered PC's products online. It says a lot when they shipped a 237ml "sample" cleanser for you FOC. I started using when I ran...

    About reviewer (15 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium

    HairBlack

    EyesBlack

    3.0
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    katwalker

    10 years ago

    I think this is a nice, non-irritating (for most people - there are always exceptions, of course) cleanser. It has a light lotion consistency. You do have to rinse really well or a film will be...

    About reviewer (324 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

    HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel

    1.0
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    cosmeticsprincess

    11 years ago

    I first bought Paula's Choice Skin Recovery for dry to very dry skin line. The cleanser, toner & moisturiser. For the first couple of weeks or so, everything was great. My skin felt soft & it...

    About reviewer (29 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    CordulaM

    11 years ago

    **I found out I can't use Propylene Glycol, and possibly Butylene Glycol. It took a long time to figure out but that's the reason I can't use this product** (I have a few sample sizes of this) I...

    About reviewer (710 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairOther, Wavy, Coarse

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    outdoorsgal

    11 years ago

    This is a decent cleanser which removes my makeup without drying my skin and there is no annoying fragrance. It doesn't irritate my sensitive eyes which is a big plus as well. The amount of...

    About reviewer (681 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairOther, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    Lady5andy

    11 years ago

    When I use a cleanser I love it when my face feel really clean and fresh, and this is not the case with this cleanser. It is a really creamy, milky product that is really gentle, without any...

    About reviewer (563 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinDry, Fair, Cool

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    littlemj

    11 years ago

    I would think of this version as PC's equivalent of Cetaphil or CeraVe, not lather or foaming type. Probably would be fine just in the mornings for a gentle, but I prefer PC's more lathery...

    About reviewer (207 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinAcne-prone, Fair-Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    3.0
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    JaneWhit99

    11 years ago

    In my opinion this is an average cleanser. It does well at not drying out my face too much but I don't like the fact that it doesn't foam up and lather into my skin. It is a smooth lotion that...

    About reviewer (165 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Walko

    11 years ago

    I love this cleanser. I usually use cheaper drugstore cleansers(there are plenty good ones) but decided to try this. Unfortunately I'm hooked. I only use this mornings and my usual simple gel at...

    About reviewer (236 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairOther

    EyesBrown

    4.0
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    aessop

    11 years ago

    Nice gentle cleanser. I like the milky texture. Great for cleansing your face. Not sure about makeup removal. You'll probably need a separate product for that.

    About reviewer (99 reviews)

    Age30-35

    SkinSensitive, Tan, Warm

    HairBlack, Curly, Medium

    EyesBrown

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