What makes this product unique?
Skin Recovery Softening Cream Cleanser is a rich, intensely hydrating cleanser that rinses easily with water. Designed for dry to very dry skin, the creamy lotion texture glides over skin while it cleanses and removes makeup. Works throughout the cleansing process to keep dry skin supple while actually improving skin's softness and adding moisture. This cleanser is also an excellent option for truly sensitive skin, including those with rosacea.
This cleanser is 100% fragrance- and colorant-free.
Who is this product for?
Skin Recovery Softening Cream Cleanser is formulated for those with normal to very dry or sensitive skin.
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Caley S.
Reviewed on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
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LIDI S.
Reviewed on Sunday, May 12, 2013
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Sally M.
Reviewed on Monday, April 22, 2013
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Irina M.
Reviewed on Monday, April 08, 2013
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JAR
Reviewed on Saturday, April 06, 2013
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Regina M
Reviewed on Friday, April 05, 2013
Love product, not packeging
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Amber W.
Reviewed on Wednesday, April 03, 2013
soft skin, but too drying
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Andrea M.
Reviewed on Tuesday, March 26, 2013
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Rebecca W.
Reviewed on Monday, March 25, 2013
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LISA M.
Reviewed on Wednesday, February 27, 2013
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Kate
Reviewed on Monday, February 25, 2013
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Patricia T.
Reviewed on Friday, February 22, 2013
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Brett
Reviewed on Sunday, January 13, 2013
Exactly what i was looking for.
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LORRAINE k.
Reviewed on Tuesday, January 01, 2013
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Serina M.
Reviewed on Thursday, December 13, 2012
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JENNIFER C.
Reviewed on Sunday, December 09, 2012
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JESSICA
Reviewed on Monday, December 03, 2012
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Sara
Reviewed on Sunday, December 02, 2012
Fantastic cleanser and won't irritate
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Catherine
Reviewed on Saturday, November 17, 2012
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Erina
Reviewed on Monday, November 05, 2012
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Karri
Reviewed on Wednesday, October 10, 2012
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G.S.
Reviewed on Saturday, October 06, 2012
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Lucas
Reviewed on Tuesday, July 31, 2012
Perfect cleanser for rosacea
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Sonia
Reviewed on Monday, July 30, 2012
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Marielle
Reviewed on Thursday, July 12, 2012
Sources to support the claims made for Skin Recovery SOFTENING CREAM Cleanser
Cutis, March 2005, pages 17-21; March 2004, pages 183–187; and December 2001, Supplemental, pages 12–19; Skin Research and Technology, February 2005, pages 53–60; Dermatologic Therapy, 2004; 17 Supplemental 1, pages 26-34; Dermatologic Therapy, January 2004, pages 16–25; Skin Research and Technology, July 2001, pages 49–55; and Contact Dermatitis, June 1999, pages 310–315.
Key Ingredients:
soy oil, glycerin, beta-glucan, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, cocamidopropyl betaine
Product Ingredients:
Water, Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate (very mild cleansing agent), Hydrogenated Polydecene (emollient), Acrylates Copolymer (suspending agent), 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).
DIRECTIONS: Splash the face and eyes generously with tepid to slightly warm water. Apply a small amount of cleanser to your face and eye area with vigorous yet gentle circular motions. Rinse well. Repeat or use with a clean washcloth to remove heavy makeup. Follow with the appropriate Paula’s Choice toner to give your skin a generous amount of potent antioxidants and skin-renewing ingredients. Next, apply your Paula's Choice exfolaint, serum and/or moisturizer.
Detailed instructions on how/when to apply your Paula's Choice products can be found in our How to Put Together Your Own Skin-Care Routine article.
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. If you feel you need an a separate makeup remover, Paula's Choice Gentle Touch Makeup Remover is ideal.
How does Skin Recovery Softening Cream Cleanser differ from the other Paula's Choice Cleansers-how do I know which one is best for me?
Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Softening Cream Cleanser is slightly more emollient than Moisture Boost One Step Face Cleanser for Normal to Dry Skin, which makes it preferred for someone with dry to very dry skin. It is also more emollient than RESIST Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser, though both the RESIST and Skin Recovery Cleanser are great for dry skin of any age.
I have normal to dry skin on my cheeks but my T-zone is oily - would Skin Recovery Softening Cream Cleanser work for me?
While it is an option, your best bet would be to try Moisture Boost One Step Face Cleansers for Normal to Dry Skin first. If you prefer a gel cleanser, consider Hydralight One Step Cleanser for Normal to Oily/Combination Skin.
I have normal to dry skin that gets noticeably drier in the winter - would Skin Recovery Softening Cream Cleanser be a good seasonal choice?
Yes! This would be a very good choice for normal to dry skin during the winter months.
Will this cleanser make me break out?
This cleanser is extremely unlikely to cause blemishes. However, normal to oily and blemish-prone skins will likely find this cleanser too emollient for their skin type.