Why is it different?
Resist Perfectly Balanced Foaming Cleanser is an advanced anti-aging, pore-reducing cleanser specially formulated to gently remove excess oil and makeup without disturbing skin’s protective barrier.
All Paula’s Choice products are 100% fragrance free, clinically proven to be non-irritating, and never tested on animals.
2022 Beauty Insider's Best Skincare Awards - Best Facial Cleanser (Aging Skin) - Editors' Choice Award
What does it do?
Removes makeup and excess oil to help visibly reduce enlarged pores and leave skin with a refreshed feeling. Replenishing ingredients such as ceramides and hyaluronic acid help condition skin, leaving it feeling exceptionally smooth, soft, and younger-looking after cleansing.
How to use?
Wet face and apply a small amount of cleanser (1-2 pumps) to your face and eye area with vigorous, yet gentle, circular motions. Rinse well. To remove heavy makeup, repeat or use with a clean, wet washcloth.




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RESEARCH
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2003, issue 2, pages 107-29
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, February 2000, issue 1, pages 21-52
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2011, issue 6, pages 289-93
International Journal of Toxicology, 2001, supplement 1, pages 21-45
Journal of Cosmetic Science, May-June 2007, issue 3, pages 229-44
Dermato-Endocrinology, July 2012, issue 3, pages 253-8
Skin Research and Technology, February 2001, issue 1, pages 49–55
INGREDIENTS
Key Ingredients
Sphingolipids, Glycerin, Lecithin, Phytosphingosine, Arginine, Cholesterol, Ceramides, Phospholipid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sunflower Seed Oil
Product Ingredients
Water (Aqua), Sodium Lauroamphoacetate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (cleansing), Stearic Acid (texture-enhancing), Glycerin (hydration/skin replenishing), Glycol Distearate (texture-enhancing), Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil (non-fragrant antioxidant plant oil), Acrylates Copolymer, Cetearyl Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP (hydration/skin replenishing), Phytosphingosine (skin-restoring), Phospholipids, Sphingolipids (hydration/skin replenishing), Lecithin (skin-restoring), Arginine (amino acid/hydration/skin replenishing), Cholesterol (hydration/skin replenishing), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract (hydration/skin-soothing), Disodium EDTA (stabilizer), Sodium Chloride (stabilizer), Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate (texture-enhancing), Xanthan Gum, Carbomer (texture-enhancing), Hexylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol (preservatives), Caprylyl Glycol.
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Gentle Everyday Cleanser
Have been a long time user of the PC Pore Normalizing Cleanser, but have decided to switch over to this one and give it a try. The Perfectly Balanced Foaming Cleanser has been great so far, it is very gentle on the skin and my skin feels nourished after washing. It is just the right amount of foam, does not have any fragrance and did not cause any dryness for me.

Gentle cleanser
Gentle yet cleanse perfectly. Leaves skin smooth.