Product Rating:   (33 reviews)
I have always struggled to find the perfect cleanser for my face. One Step Cleanser is the best product I have ever used. I have easily irritated skin, and this product is very sensitive, and makes my skin look fantastic!
—Sharon L.


I recently decided to try some of the Paula's Choice products, and found your One Step Face Cleanser to be the best I have ever used in 25-plus years of buying/trying face products.
—Kathy P.


I started using just your facial cleaners a few years ago and now use almost all of your products...LOVE THEM ALL.
—Jill R.


After using the least expensive to very expensive face cleansers, I tried your One Step Face Cleanser (Normal to Dry) and the Skin Balancing Cleanser and have to tell you your products are the best I have ever used.
—Donna C.


I found out about you and your products when I was half way through my Accutane treatment. When I was done with my treatment, I order your 1 step cleanser normal to dry, 8% aha gel, and toner normal to dry. My skin is so beautiful. I also added the Super Antioxidant Concentrate. My long-time friend who hasn't seen me for 6 months asked if I had a face lift!! Of course I told her about your products. Keep up the great work!!
—Patty H.

Fabulous
Finally a cleanser that actually removes all eye makeup without any help from eye makeup removers, doesn't sting my eyes, and leaves my skin feeling soft and refreshed. Bravo! Paula, you have another winner. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
—Alexandra Mironov

A Little Piece of Heaven
This is hands down the BEST facial cleanser I have ever used. It's very luxurious; an absolute treat every time I was my face!
—Trish

Holy Grail
I have Normal to Oily/Combination skin, but One Step Face Cleanser for Normal to Dry skin is one product that I refuse to be without. I adore the silky smooth milky texture, and the cleansing properties are unbelievable. I wear a lot of makeup, but this cleanser removes it all, including eye makeup, easily and thoroughly. In addition, there is no eye irritation whatsoever! My skin is left perfectly clean, perfectly smooth, and perfectly balanced.
—Angela

All of your products
Dear Paula, I'm so grateful that I stumbled upon your website when I was searching for reviews on youthful essence(once again, I had to return another product because I had a bad reaction to it). Your products are simply the BEST of the BEST!!! Sometimes I pinch myself to make sure I'm not dreaming. THANK YOU SO MUCH for doing the work that you do. I really can't pick a favorite product because their all so WONDERFUL!! I now use your products from head to toe and your makeup WOW!! LOVE LOVE LOVE your skin perfecting loose powder, it completely takes away any shine I have for the entire day. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.
—Monica LeBreton

Awesome!
This is the best cleanser because it is fragrance free and not overpriced!!
—Karen

WONDERFUL!!
Best thing ive ever used! My skin looks great!!
—Krissy

Really nice product.
My friend helped me to buy this product and bring it to Hong Kong. This cleanser clear all the impurities and so gentle to my face. It's a realistic and affordable item. Hope you can have an agent in H.K. soon.
—Helen Wong

AWESOME!
My mother is the one who introduced me to your products. I love all of them!
—Krissy

One Step Facial Cleanser Normal/Dry
I have oily/acne prone/sensitive skin and this cleanser for Normal/Dry skin was the perfect recommendation. Thank you!
—Marcia L.

fantastic
I have an oily T-zone and dry cheeks and find this cleanser works amazingly well for me... it keeps my skin soft and I never need a moisturizer anymore. It removes makeup so well and the large size lasts me over a year! I would recommend this cleanser for anyone.
—Rachel

Best Facial Cleanser I have ever used!
I have struggled with acne, combo skin, and uneven skintone my whole life. This product makes my skin feel awesome after I use it, washes all my makeup away (including eye), and doesn't dry me out. I have been using it for about 3-4 weeks now and my skin looks fresher and brighter. I'm hooked... and as abonus, anyone who has facial piercings can use it on these too!
—Sacha

Really Superb
I love this cleanser. It feels silky on my very sensitive skin, cleans perfectly yet gently, rinses easily, and leaves my sensitive skin moist, smooth, and never tight. I've had no irritation at all, and after 15+ years using Cetaphil, I've switched over to the One-Step Cleanser. Highly recommended.
—Carole

very good but one request
Excellent products that work well, but why so many parabens? Reformulate your items, parabens are serious.
—becky weaber

My skin didn't like it
I wanted to like this, but it left my skin with a slight stinging feeling and felt like it didn't rinse off all the way. Probably just me, but I had to return it.
—Erica

Awesome cleanser that removes eye makeup too!
I love this cleanser. I've always hated using a cleanser because they were too drying or hard to rinse off, but this one is terrific. My mascara and eyeliner are also removed easily with this one. Great product!
—Lori

Best cleanser ever!
I got a sample size of the one-step cleanser and as soon as I tried it I was hooked. I love the non-soapy, milky texture and it works great!
—Leigh Ann F.

Truly Fabulous!
As one whose skin changes every six months from oily to dry, this cleanser is heavenly. Washes off beautifully and gives me the autumn/winter moisture I need, but also cleans my skin at the same time. I can't recommend it highly enough.
—Natalie Elliott

Love!
This cleanser is making my skin beautiful and I love it! It is creamy and silky and smooth yet removes makeup and sunscreen well...thanks Paula!!:)
—Lindsey

Simply Amazing!
This is the best cleanser I have ever tried for my dry, slightly oily, blemish prone skin. I love how it leaves my skin moisturized w/o feeling dry or greasy in the slightest! This cleanser even leaves my skin with a wonderful glow. Plus, it does not cause breakouts. Thank you, thank you, thank you! :)
—Debbie Campbell

Great Cleanser
I've used many cleansers before but this one is the best. You can really feel the difference. Either this is just a really great product or I've been using the wrong stuff for years!
—Neil

Still searching
I've used Cetaphil for 15 years and thought this was Paula's equivalent. I'm trying to stay away from parabens so I gave this a shot. I have combo skin and was suprised to find my face feeling so tight and uncomfortable with this product. I will have to try the Skin Recovery Cleanser next and hope for no breakouts. Customer Care Response: The Skin Recovery Cleanser is actually what we would have recommended that you use since you did not find the One Step Cleanser to your liking. Please feel free to contact our Customer Service Team via phone or Live Chat to discuss options for returning or exchanging the product.
—Heidi

Love This Cleanser with Skin Recovery Moisturizer
I can't tell you how thankful I am to Paula for making her products. I used to use the Skin Recovery Cleanser, but felt it was a little heavy for my skin. I now use the One Step Face Cleanser Normal to Dry Skin and the Skin Recovery Moisturizer and my skin has NEVER looked or felt better! I have the most sensitive dry skin and these two products are the best for me! Don't be afraid to mix and match her products in her different skin categories. I did and I couldn't be happier! Paula, please don't stop making these products!
—Pixie

Major Skin Improvement
This face cleanser is great. A tiny bit is all I need to get my makeup off and my face clean. I only need eye makeup remover when I use waterproof mascara since I don't want to rub my eyes too much. In combination with the whole line, my skin is silky, hydrated and blemish free.
—Katie

Why didn't I start using this sooner???!!!
I've been using Paula's products for 7 years and it's only now I started using her cleanser. I guess it's because I liked other cleansers I could easily get in the drugstore. But recently I started having some issues with my skin (bad reaction to a sample I received of another skincare line). My face became so sensitive, my face would get irritated just from washing it. I bought several gentle cleansers from the store but none helped at all. I had some samples of this cleanser and figured I might as well give it a try. I was thrilled with how soothing it felt on my skin, yet how thoroughly it cleansed. After a week of using the samples, I knew I had to order it right away. Because it's been so cold lately, I've used it with a couple of drops of extra virgin olive oil and it works even better - for some reason, it makes the product lather more!! I sure wish I started using this years ago but I guess it's better late than never!!
—Diane

A+++
My skin used to feel tight and irritated after washing but this cleanser works great at gently removing all my makeup,leaving my skin clean and fresh without drying or irritating it. Thanks again Paula for another fabulous product!
—Tanya

Amazing cleanser
Perfect for my slightly dry skin while still effective on my oily t-zone. Silky texture, slight foam leaves my skin clear of all makeup while leaving it comfortable. Not drying at all. Love this product!
—Melissa

my go-to cleanser
This is a staple in my routine, for a year now. I have break out prone, sensitive skin that can be dry and oily depending on season and hormones, and I also work out a lot so my skin is put through the ringer. This is not too harsh, but cleans the dirt and buildup away. Sometimes if my skin becomes dry I just don't use in the morning and I even out.
—Kelly

Rinses Clean!
I love how this is gentle and it removes makeup and rinses clean. I like how I don't have to use a washcloth to remove it.
—Liezl

What makes this product unique?
One Step Face Cleanser for Normal to Dry skin offers the ease of a water-soluble cleanser with the texture of a milky cleansing lotion. This lightly lathering formula feels supremely silky and quickly removes all makeup (including eye makeup). It rinses completely, leaving skin beautifully soft without a trace of dryness.

This product is 100% fragrance- and colorant-free.

Who is this product for?
One Step Face Cleanser for Normal to Dry skin is ideal for those with normal to dry skin. May also be used by those with slightly oily or combination skin that prefer a lotion-like texture.

How should this product be used?
The One Step Face Cleanser for Normal to Dry skin can be used once or twice daily, as needed.

Splash the face and eyes generously with tepid to slightly warm water. Using your fingers, apply a quarter-sized amount on your face and eyes using vigorous but gentle circular motions. Rinse well and gently pat face dry with a clean towel. For stubborn makeup, repeat this process or use a soft washcloth.

What Makes Paula's Choice Products Unique?

Created by world renowned skin care expert and author Paula Begoun

Proven effective based on hundreds of published scientific studies

Targeted systems for wrinkles, acne, rosacea, sensitive skin, oily skin, dry skin and more

Fragrance-free, color-free, free of harmful skin irritants, and never tested on animals

100% customer satisfaction guaranteed

Unequalled customer service

Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate (gentle cleansing agent), Methyl Gluceth-20 (skin-conditioning agent), Glycol Stearate (moisturizing thickener), Glyceryl Stearate (moisturizing thickener), Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract (soothing agent, anti-inflammatory), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice (water-binding agent), Cocamidopropyl Betaine (very mild cleansing/lather agent), Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate (cleansing agents), Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium PCA (water-binding agents), Hydroxyethylcellulose (thickener), Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol (preservatives), Propylene Glycol (slip agent), Citric Acid (pH balancer), Phytic Acid (chelating agent to soften hard water), Phenoxyethanol (preservative).

Directions: Splash the face and eyes generously with tepid to slightly warm water. Using your fingers, apply a quarter-sized amount on your face and eyes using vigorous but gentle circular motions. Rinse well and gently pat face dry with a clean towel.

Do I still need to use an eye or face makeup remover?
It depends on how much eye or face makeup you are using or if you are wearing waterproof mascara, waterproof makeup, or other hard-to-remove makeup. Otherwise, this cleanser effectively removes most types of makeup.

I have normal to oily skin that gets drier in the winter - would One Step Face Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin be a good seasonal choice?
Yes! It has a lotion-like texture but still rinses and cleans beautifully.