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Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser

cleanser Updated on: 16/04/2025
Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser
48
Total Ingredients
analysed
46 of 48
Skin-Safe
low risk
0 of 48
Potential Irritants
may irritate sensitive skin
2 of 48
Potential Pore-Clogging
comedogenic risk

Product Analysis Summary

About this product

Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser is a facial cleanser designed to remove dirt, oil, and makeup. It transforms from a gel texture to a cream upon application. This cleanser is intended for daily use and suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin. It helps to cleanse the face without stripping essential moisture. The formulation is designed to leave skin feeling clean and hydrated. It can be used with water or a cleansing cloth. This product is part of Paula's Choice’s Defense line, which focuses on providing protective skincare.

Formulation Analysis

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C: Comedogenic·S: Safety·Ir: Irritancy
1 Very safe
2 Safe
3 Moderate
4 Risky
5 Avoid
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1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
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1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
4
Comedogenic: High risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
4
Comedogenic: High risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
2
Comedogenic: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
1
Safety: Very low risk
Ir
1
Irritancy: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
3
Irritancy: Moderate risk
C
1
Comedogenic: Very low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk
S
2
Safety: Low risk
Ir
2
Irritancy: Low risk

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Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Paula's Choice Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser comedogenic?

Appears To Be Comedogenic Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser appears to be comedogenic. It contains 2 ingredient s with a high comedogenic rating (4–5) that are likely to clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-chloride" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Chloride</a> and <a href="/ingredient/lauric-acid" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Lauric Acid</a> . It may not be suitable for acne-prone skin.

Is Paula's Choice a good skincare brand?

Paula's Choice is a skincare brand founded in 1995 in the United States by Paula Begoun, a skincare author and consumer advocate. The brand focuses on ingredient-focused formulations and produces products containing ingredients such as salicylic acid, niacinamide, retinoids, peptides, and antioxidants. Paula's Choice makes products such as Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser that include some ingredients which may be problematic for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Check individual product ingredient lists and community reviews before deciding. Read more about Paula's Choice.

Is Paula's Choice Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser safe for sensitive skin?

Appears Suitable for Sensitive Skin Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser appears suitable for sensitive skin based on its ingredient profile. No common irritants detected among its 48 ingredients. Always patch test when trying a new product.

Does Paula's Choice Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser clog pores?

Potential Pore-Cloggers Present Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser contains 2 ingredients with a comedogenic rating of 3 or higher that may clog pores , including <a href="/ingredient/sodium-chloride" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Chloride</a> and <a href="/ingredient/lauric-acid" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Lauric Acid</a> . Every ingredient's comedogenic rating is listed above.

Who makes Paula's Choice Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser?

This product is from Paula's Choice. See more products from Paula's Choice.

What are the ingredients in Paula's Choice Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser?

Defense Hydrating Gel-to-Cream Cleanser contains 48 ingredients. The first ingredients listed are <a href="/ingredient/water" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Water</a>, <a href="/ingredient/sodium-cocoyl-glycinate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate</a>, <a href="/ingredient/cocamidopropyl-hydroxysultaine" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine</a>, <a href="/ingredient/sodium-lauroamphoacetate" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Sodium Lauroamphoacetate</a> and <a href="/ingredient/cocamidopropyl-betaine" class="font-bold underline hover:text-cyan-700">Cocamidopropyl Betaine</a>. Each ingredient includes a comedogenic rating, irritancy rating, and safety score. View the full annotated ingredient list above.

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