RESIST Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser

Paula's Choice

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3.9

51 reviews
63%
would repurchase
4.2/5
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Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (emollient thickener), Decyl Glucoside (cleansing agent), Glycerin (skin-identical ingredient), PEG-20 Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate (cleansing agent/emulsifier), PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether, Methyl Gluceth-20 (skin-conditioning agents),Glyceryl Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol (thickeners), Polyacrylamide (binding agent), Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract (antioxidant), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (soothing agent), Sapindus Mukurossi (Soapberry) Peel Extract (foaming agent), Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate (cleansing agent), C13-14 Isoparaffin (thickener), Laureth-7 (emulsifier), Xanthan Gum (thickener), Disodium EDTA (chelating agent), Citric Acid (pH adjuster), Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol (preservatives).

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    5.0
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    Musetta1

    10 years ago

    Very very impressed with this cleanser- I struggle with cleansers. usually if it removes the oil, then I get dry, irritated skin, with seborrheic dermatitis, and if it does not dry me out, then I...

    About reviewer (28 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium

    HairBlond

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    Athena2

    11 years ago

    I have been using this cleanser for a month now, and I couldn't be happier with it. I have extremely dry, sensitive skin and I wear contact lenses. I have always struggled with a burning...

    About reviewer (12 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Fair, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Straight, Medium

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    Catlove

    11 years ago

    First let me say I've been a Paula fan for some years now....way back when she recommended Hydrogen peroxide as a toner, cetaphil and baking soda scrubs. Which was way better than Noxema and ten o...

    About reviewer (77 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Olive, Warm

    HairBrunette, Other, Fine

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    Northstar5

    11 years ago

    I am 45 and have combination skin that breaks out very easily but that gets dehydrated in the winter. I am always either too dehydrated or too oily and breaking out. It's a tough combination. I've...

    About reviewer (17 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Fair

    HairBlond

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    katwalker

    11 years ago

    This is my favorite of the PC's cleansers, and I use it every morning (using Neutragena Extra Gentle Cleanser at night because it is so much cheaper but also a very nice, gentle, moisturizing...

    About reviewer (326 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Cool

    HairBlond, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    inouerinn

    12 years ago

    Even though this says to be for all skin types, the feel and consistency of this cleanser is best for dry skin. Since I have oily skin, it doesn't really suit me well. I used this on its own and I...

    About reviewer (21 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOily, Medium, Warm

    HairBlack, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    1.0
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    lucyem

    12 years ago

    I have been using a daily facial cleaner and 2% BHA by PC thanks to reviews on here. My skin looked great. But as I hit midlife I wanted more help with anti aging. So when the resist line came...

    About reviewer (85 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinOther

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    joy2uandme

    12 years ago

    Me: Normal to dry rosacea skin. Mature with fine lines. Combination in the summer. I hated this cleanser before but recently tried it again and I think it has changed. I like it better now....

    About reviewer (1680 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinSensitive, Fair, Warm

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    heather

    12 years ago

    Very creamy and effective. I've used four different Paula's Choice cleansers (not counting samples), and all are excellent. This was the creamiest and thickest of the bunch. Takes off makeup in one...

    About reviewer (166 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinCombination, Fair, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Straight, Medium

    EyesHazel

    5.0
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    andreadianca

    12 years ago

    Actually my mom is the one who use this on daily basis, But one day i ever went out of town and i forgot to bring my own cleanser and fortunately my mom bring this. Yes,i'm one of Paula Begoun...

    About reviewer (42 reviews)

    AgeUnder 18

    SkinCombination, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBrown

    2.0
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    Safin

    12 years ago

    I use the Aloe Vera Cleansing Cream from the Body Shop for years. The problem with that cleanser is that you have to use it on dry skin. After sports I prefer to use a cleanser that I can use in...

    About reviewer (204 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    PromiscuousGayCroMagnon

    12 years ago

    I bought most of this line to see if it would help my very mild yet persistent acne. I have super sensitive and dry skin and i really think this line calmed it down. Its a thick white lotion that...

    About reviewer (50 reviews)

    Age25-29

    SkinOther, Other

    HairOther

    EyesOther

    5.0
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    mariannepilgaard

    13 years ago

    I bought this as part of a complete set of the RESIST line (cleanser, toner, serum, daily exfoliator, weekly exfoliator, moisturizer w sunscreen and moisturizer w/o sunscreen). I have used the...

    About reviewer (126 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrunette, Straight, Fine

    EyesBlue

    3.0
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    vs3

    13 years ago

    At first I liked this cleanser. I have sensitive skin prone to the rare breakout. It feels luxurious and soft but unfortunately it has caused multiple breakouts in the 3 weeks I have used it,...

    About reviewer (8 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination, Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    moushka26

    13 years ago

    Best cleanser I've ever used! It completely removes my makeup and leaves my combo skin feeling smooth, hydrated and baby-bottom soft. I love that it contains only ingredients clinically proven to...

    About reviewer (39 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Cool

    HairBrown, Wavy, Fine

    EyesBlue

    5.0
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    Anna001

    13 years ago

    I use this cleanser after I have taken my make up off with make up remover. It cleanses wonderfully.

    About reviewer (14 reviews)

    Age36-43

    SkinNormal, Fair-Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Straight, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    kimm

    13 years ago

    I really like this cleanser. I've been using a handful of sample packets for a few weeks. I have normal-dry, rosacea-afflicted skin that is extremely sensitive. This has caused no irritation,...

    About reviewer (203 reviews)

    Age

    SkinSensitive, Fair-Medium, Neutral

    HairBrown, Wavy, Medium

    EyesBrown

    5.0
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    ronhynesfan

    13 years ago

    Hi. I am a 55 year old woman who is concerned about aging skin. I tried this cleanser and absolutely love it. Using this product along with the Resist toner - I can see there is quite a noticeable...

    About reviewer (2 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinCombination, Medium, Not Sure

    HairBrown, Straight, Fine

    EyesHazel

    3.0
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    trshafer

    13 years ago

    This is a very expensive product for something you wash down the drain. It takes a couple of pumpfuls to remove makeup and, even then, it doesn't get all of it. One of the ingredients (PEG-20...

    About reviewer (102 reviews)

    Age56 & Over

    SkinDry, Fair-Medium

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

    4.0
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    ybabe

    13 years ago

    Very impressed with this cleanser! It's gentle and effective and very comfortable to use on my sensitive rosacea prone skin. Rinses easily with warm water. Some fragrance-free products have a...

    About reviewer (85 reviews)

    Age44-55

    SkinCombination

    HairBrown

    EyesBlue

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