Why is it different?
Clear Acne Pore Normalizing Cleanser isn’t like other acne cleansers; it is completely non-irritating and won’t cause dryness or flaking. This cleansing gel actually has a silky feel that works quickly to remove excess oil and debris that can clog pores and lead to breakouts.
All Paula’s Choice products are 100% fragrance free, clinically proven to be non-irritating, and never tested on animals.
Daily Vanity Readers' Choice: Cleanser
Clear Acne Pore Normalizing Cleanser isn’t like other acne cleansers; it is completely non-irritating and won’t cause dryness or flaking. This cleansing gel actually has a silky feel that works quickly to remove excess oil and debris that can clog pores and lead to breakouts.
All Paula’s Choice products are 100% fragrance free, clinically proven to be non-irritating, and never tested on animals.
Daily Vanity Readers' Choice: Cleanser
What does it do?
Clears and prevents acne on the face and body. It gently removes dirt and excess oil while fighting acne breakouts with salicylic acid. Skin will feel refreshed and comfortably clean.
Clears and prevents acne on the face and body. It gently removes dirt and excess oil while fighting acne breakouts with salicylic acid. Skin will feel refreshed and comfortably clean.
How to use?
Wet face and apply a small amount of cleanser to your face and eye area with vigorous, yet gentle, circular motions. Rinse well. To remove heavy makeup, repeat or use with a clean, wet washcloth.
Readers' Choice: Cleanser
Wet face and apply a small amount of cleanser to your face and eye area with vigorous, yet gentle, circular motions. Rinse well. To remove heavy makeup, repeat or use with a clean, wet washcloth.
Readers' Choice: Cleanser
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FAQ
<strong>What is the best cleanser for acne-prone skin?</strong>
<br>If you have acne-prone skin, we recommend CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser. Its lightweight gel texture and the inclusion of salicylic acid gently erase blemish-causing oil and debris.
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<strong>Are salicylic acid cleansers effective?</strong>
<br>Although salicylic acid is most effective in leave-on products where it has more time to work on skin, it offers soothing and hydrating benefits in well-formulated cleansers. To get the most benefit from using salicylic acid, we recommend following this cleanser with one of our exfoliants for acne.
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<strong>How much salicylic acid is in Paula’s Choice CLEAR cleanser?</strong>
<br>Paula’s Choice CLEAR cleanser contains 0.5% salicylic acid, which is just enough to soothe sensitized skin and visibly reduce redness during the cleansing process.
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<strong>Is Paula’s Choice CLEAR Cleanser good for dry skin?</strong>
<br>Yes, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser is suitable for dry, acne-prone skin. Its silky, non-irritating formula leaves skin feeling soft and soothed, not stripped, tight or dry.
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<strong>Does Paula’s Choice CLEAR Cleanser work on sensitive skin?</strong>
<br>Yes, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser is fragrance-free and contains an array of soothing ingredients such as arginine, panthenol and salicylic acid.
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<strong>Is the CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser good for combination skin?</strong>
<br>Yes, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser is suitable for all skin types prone to breakouts. Those with combination skin find the lightweight gel texture suits their needs well.
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<strong>How do I know which Paula’s Choice Cleanser I should use?</strong>
<br>Learn more about which Paula’s Choice cleanser is best for you based on your skin type.
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<strong>Is the CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser oil free?</strong>
<br>No, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser is not oil free. One of its cleansing agents is form of hydrogenated castor oil that helps it rinse cleanly from skin, whisking away oil, dirt and debris in the process.
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<strong>How well does Paula’s Choice CLEAR Cleanser remove makeup?</strong>
<br>This cleanser removes most types of makeup easily. To remove stubborn or water-resistant makeup, you may want to repeat use (otherwise known as double cleansing) or use with a washcloth.
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<strong>Is this cleanser gentle?</strong>
<br>Yes, Paula’s Choice CLEAR Cleanser is exceptionally gentle due to its irritant-free formula and the gentle, non-drying cleansing agents it contains.
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<strong>Does this cleanser leave skin feeling refreshed?</strong>
<br>Yes, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser rinses cleanly from skin without residue, leaving it feeling refreshed.
<strong>What is the best cleanser for acne-prone skin?</strong>
<br>If you have acne-prone skin, we recommend CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser. Its lightweight gel texture and the inclusion of salicylic acid gently erase blemish-causing oil and debris.
<br><br>
<strong>Are salicylic acid cleansers effective?</strong>
<br>Although salicylic acid is most effective in leave-on products where it has more time to work on skin, it offers soothing and hydrating benefits in well-formulated cleansers. To get the most benefit from using salicylic acid, we recommend following this cleanser with one of our exfoliants for acne.
<br><br>
<strong>How much salicylic acid is in Paula’s Choice CLEAR cleanser?</strong>
<br>Paula’s Choice CLEAR cleanser contains 0.5% salicylic acid, which is just enough to soothe sensitized skin and visibly reduce redness during the cleansing process.
<br><br>
<strong>Is Paula’s Choice CLEAR Cleanser good for dry skin?</strong>
<br>Yes, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser is suitable for dry, acne-prone skin. Its silky, non-irritating formula leaves skin feeling soft and soothed, not stripped, tight or dry.
<br><br>
<strong>Does Paula’s Choice CLEAR Cleanser work on sensitive skin?</strong>
<br>Yes, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser is fragrance-free and contains an array of soothing ingredients such as arginine, panthenol and salicylic acid.
<br><br>
<strong>Is the CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser good for combination skin?</strong>
<br>Yes, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser is suitable for all skin types prone to breakouts. Those with combination skin find the lightweight gel texture suits their needs well.
<br><br>
<strong>How do I know which Paula’s Choice Cleanser I should use?</strong>
<br>Learn more about which Paula’s Choice cleanser is best for you based on your skin type.
<br><br>
<strong>Is the CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser oil free?</strong>
<br>No, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser is not oil free. One of its cleansing agents is form of hydrogenated castor oil that helps it rinse cleanly from skin, whisking away oil, dirt and debris in the process.
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<strong>How well does Paula’s Choice CLEAR Cleanser remove makeup?</strong>
<br>This cleanser removes most types of makeup easily. To remove stubborn or water-resistant makeup, you may want to repeat use (otherwise known as double cleansing) or use with a washcloth.
<br><br>
<strong>Is this cleanser gentle?</strong>
<br>Yes, Paula’s Choice CLEAR Cleanser is exceptionally gentle due to its irritant-free formula and the gentle, non-drying cleansing agents it contains.
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<strong>Does this cleanser leave skin feeling refreshed?</strong>
<br>Yes, CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser rinses cleanly from skin without residue, leaving it feeling refreshed.
INGREDIENTS
Key Ingredients
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate , Glycerin, Panthenol
All Ingredients
Salicylic Acid, Water, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer, Glycerin, PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Arginine, Butylene Glycol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin
Key Ingredients
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate , Glycerin, Panthenol
All Ingredients
Salicylic Acid, Water, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer, Glycerin, PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Arginine, Butylene Glycol, PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate, Panthenol, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Citrate, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorphenesin
RESEARCH
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2000 Feb, issue 1, pages 21-52
Journal of Cosmetic Science, July-August 2011, issue 4, pages 361-70
Indian Journal of Dermatology, May-June 2015, issue 3, pages 248–254
Skin Research and Technology, February 2001, issue 1, pages 49–55
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2000 Feb, issue 1, pages 21-52
Journal of Cosmetic Science, July-August 2011, issue 4, pages 361-70
Indian Journal of Dermatology, May-June 2015, issue 3, pages 248–254
Skin Research and Technology, February 2001, issue 1, pages 49–55
RESEARCH
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2000 Feb, issue 1, pages 21-52 Journal of Cosmetic Science, July-August 2011, issue 4, pages 361-70 Indian Journal of Dermatology, May-June 2015, issue 3, pages 248–254 Skin Research and Technology, February 2001, issue 1, pages 49–55Additional Information
Country of Origin: USA
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Manufacturer and Packer: Paula's Choice LLC, USA
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My journey with persistent acne seemed endless until I found this cleanser. It gently removes dirt and excess oil, effectively preventing breakouts. I've been using it twice daily and my skin has never felt so refreshed and clean. Even my deep-seated blackheads have diminished. It’s truly a game-changer for acne-prone skin.
I trust this cleanser completely for my combination skin. It manages my T-zone oiliness while keeping the rest of my face nourished. The transformation in my skin’s texture and clarity is noticeable. Each application leaves my skin feeling pure and revitalized, ready to face the day.
This cleanser does exactly what it promises – it clears pores and normalizes my skin's appearance. It's potent enough to remove makeup and impurities without a trace, yet mild enough not to disrupt my skin’s natural balance. The added benefit of no harsh chemicals makes it perfect for daily use
Having sensitive skin made me cautious about trying new products. This cleanser, however, is incredibly gentle and doesn’t cause any irritation. It effectively calms my skin and reduces redness, thanks to its soothing ingredients. Regular use has made my skin less prone to flare-ups and irritation.
Adding this cleanser to my daily routine has revitalized my skin. It tackles my oily zones and keeps the rest of my skin comfortable. The consistent use has significantly improved my skin’s overall appearance and texture, making it look healthier and more vibrant.