Paula's choice Resist Optimal Results Hydrating Cleanser
Works for
CleansingDecyl glucoside, Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate + 6 moreCleanses gently
“cleanser”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (decyl glucoside, glyceryl stearate, hexylene glycol, laureth-7, methyl glucose sesquistearate, peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, stearyl alcohol, xanthan gum) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Even though this formulation is mild, the following cleansing agents could trigger an irritation or allergy for some people: decyl glucoside
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy13 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Caprylic/capric triglyceride~6–9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideDecyl glucoside~4.6–6.8%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together. Can be irritating
More about Decyl glucosideGlycerin~2.8–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPeg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearatePpg-20 methyl glucose ether~1.5–2.2%
Methyl gluceth-20~1.4–2.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and soften it
More about Methyl gluceth-20Glyceryl stearate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateStearyl alcohol~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that helps soften the skin
More about Stearyl alcoholPolyacrylamide~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to improve product texture and help oil and water mix together
More about PolyacrylamideCamellia oleifera leaf extract~0.5–1.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A plant extract that can help neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation, even though it is not usually used in sufficient concentration in cosmetics
More about Camellia oleifera leaf extractChamomilla recutita flower extract~0.4–1%
- Irritation risk
- High
Plant extract that can have healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Chamomilla recutita flower extractSapindus mukorossi peel extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that can contain saponins. Might have anti-bactrial and anti-oxidant effect in skin. Also can be used to help oil and water mix together
More about Sapindus mukorossi peel extractMethyl glucose sesquistearate~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Methyl glucose sesquistearateC13-14 isoparaffin~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin, dissolve other ingredients and create a thicker product consistency
More about C13-14 isoparaffinLaureth-7~0.15–0.65%
Xanthan gum~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumDisodium edta~0.1–0.4%
Citric acid~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.25%
Hexylene glycol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a more spreadable product texture
More about Hexylene glycolPhenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolIngredient list view
Water, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Decyl glucoside, Glycerin, Peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, Ppg-20 methyl glucose ether, Methyl gluceth-20, Glyceryl stearate, Stearyl alcohol, Polyacrylamide, Camellia oleifera leaf extract, Chamomilla recutita flower extract, Sapindus mukorossi peel extract, Methyl glucose sesquistearate, C13-14 isoparaffin, Laureth-7, Xanthan gum, Disodium edta, Citric acid, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene glycol, Phenoxyethanol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Paula's choiceResist Optimal Results Hydrating CleanserYOUR PRODUCT | My ClarinsRE-MOVE Micellar Cleansing Milk | SkingredientsPreProbiotic Cleanse | CeraVeHydrating Facial Cleanser | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 33% | 32% | 31% |
| Price | $22.40 | $20.61−$1.79 | — | $4.39−$18.01 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 11 | 4 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Bisabolol | Gluconolactone | Phytosphingosine |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
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- 5Analysis of the bioactive components of Sapindus saponinssciencedirect.com
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