Defense Cleanser
This silky cleanser gently removes dirt, excess oil and skin-dulling pollutants.
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This silky cleanser gently removes dirt, excess oil and skin-dulling pollutants.
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- Skin Type: All skin types
- Skin Type: + All skin types
- Concern: Anti-Aging, Dull skin
- Ingredients: Amino Acids, Lauric acid, Phospholipids View all
- Routine: Cleanser
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How does it work?
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Removes makeup
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Strengthens skin's natural barrier
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Protects skin against the harmful effects of pollution
Erase the effects of daily pollution with this gel-to-cream cleanser.
Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser gently removes makeup, excess oil and skin-dulling pollutants without leaving skin feeling tight or dry. The exclusive Anti Pollution Factor blend with a triple superfood complex of green tea, liquorice and soy works to neutralise surface pollutants and restore the skin’s natural moisture barrier. Starting as a refreshing gel then morphing into a cushiony cream, this silky cleanser leaves skin feeling soft and refreshed.
Find out if this formula works for you.
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Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and wait 15-30 minutes. Select what you see and how you feel.
What's inside?
Key ingredients
Amino Acids
Amino Acids
Strengthen and reinforce the skin.
Lauric acid
Lauric acid
A fatty acid obtained from coconut oil and other natural fats. Has calming benefits for the skin.
Phospholipids
Phospholipids
Type of lipid (fat) composed of glycerol, fatty acids, and phosphate. Acts as water-binding and skin-restoring agent.
The full ingredient list:
Ingredients:
Aqua, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate (cleansing agent), Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine (cleansing agent), Sodium Lauroamphoacetate (cleansing agent), Cocamidopropyl Betaine (cleansing/lather agent), Glycerin (skin-replenishing), Sorbeth-230 Tetraoleate (texture enhancer/emulsifier), Decyl Glucoside (cleansing agent), Pentylene Glycol (hydration), Sodium Chloride (stabilizer/texture enhancer), Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate (cleansing agent), Lauric Acid (cleansing agent), Lactic Acid (hydration), Sodium Lauroyl Oat Amino Acids (skin-soothing), Sorbitan Laurate (cleansing agent/emulsifier), Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate (cleansing agent), Disodium EDTA (chelating agent), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (hydration), Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract (antioxidant), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (skin-soothing), Linoleic Acid (skin-restoring), Phospholipids (skin-restoring), Glycine (amino acid/hydration), Alanine (amino acid/hydration), Serine (amino acid/hydration), Valine (amino acid/hydration), Isoleucine (amino acid/hydration), Proline (amino acid/hydration), Threonine (amino acid/hydration), Cocoyl Proline (hydration), Sodium Citrate (pH adjuster), Sodium PCA (skin-replenishing), Sodium Lactate (hydration), Arginine (amino acid/hydration), Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols (antioxidant/hydration), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (skin-replenishing), PCA (amino acid/hydration), Histidine (amino acid/hydration), Phenylalanine (amino acid/hydration), Lactoperoxidase (hydration), Glucose Oxidase (hydration), Aspartic Acid (amino acid/hydration), Phenoxyethanol (preservative), Ethylhexylglycerin (preservative).
How to use
Step 1: Cleanser Cleanser
How to use a cleanser
Use morning and evening. Splash the face and eyes generously with water. Apply a small amount of cleanser to your face using vigorous yet gentle circular motions. Rinse well. Repeat or use with a clean washcloth to remove heavy makeup.
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FAQ
Most askedWhat makes this cleanser different to other Paula's Choice cleansers?
This water-soluble cleanser turns from a gel into a cream when mixed with water. It gently removes impurities, makeup and excess oil, while neutralising skin-dulling pollutants. It is ideal for all skin types, and is designed for anyone concerned with pollution and free radical damage.
Can I recycle this product?
This packaging is made of two components. The tube is made from HDPE plastic and the cap is made from PP plastic. Please check with your local council before recycling this product.