Paula's Choice CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser for Sensitive Skin — Fragrance-Free 6.7 oz, Soothing + Hydrating

Paula's Choice CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser is a cushiony, fragrance-free facial wash designed to remove makeup and impurities while protecting sensitive skin's barrier and leaving a hydrated, silky finish.

This cleanser was formulated for people whose skin reacts easily to harsh ingredients. It uses mild surfactants and soothing components to lift away dirt, sunscreen and light makeup without stripping the skin of moisture. The result is a clean, comfortable feel after rinsing and a surface that’s ready for treatments or moisturizers. Paula's Choice emphasizes science-backed, cruelty-free formulations, avoiding fragrance and unnecessary additives so each ingredient serves a clear purpose.

How does this cleanser calm redness and sensitivity?

The formula relies on gentle cleaning agents and calming ingredients that minimize friction and irritation during cleansing. Instead of strong detergents that can leave skin tight or raw, it uses low-irritancy surfactants and barrier-supportive components to soothe as it cleans.

• Mild surfactants cleanse without over-drying.
• Soothing agents help reduce the appearance of irritation after rinsing.
• Fragrance-free formula lowers the risk of perfume-related reactions.
• Non-comedogenic texture rinses cleanly with a soft, hydrated feel.

Will it remove makeup and sunscreen effectively?

Yes—this cushiony cleanser removes light-to-moderate makeup and daily sunscreen while staying gentle on delicate skin. For heavier or waterproof makeup, a short oil-based remover followed by this wash will cleanse fully without excessive rubbing.

• Lifts everyday makeup, dirt and environmental residues.
• Compatible with an initial oil cleanse for long-wear cosmetics.
• Rinses away cleanly to avoid residue that can clog pores.
• Leaves skin prepped for serums and moisturizers.

How should I use it in my daily routine?

Use morning and evening as the first step in your skincare routine. Apply to damp skin, massage gently to dissolve impurities, then rinse or wipe away with lukewarm water. Follow with targeted treatments and a moisturizer suited to sensitive skin.

• Apply a small amount to damp skin and lather gently.
• Rinse with lukewarm water to preserve barrier lipids.
• Pat skin dry and follow with serums or creams.
• Use sunscreen in the morning after moisturizing.

What skin types benefit most from this wash?

This cleanser is ideal for sensitive, redness-prone, rosacea-prone and eczema-prone skin that needs cleansing without irritation. It also suits anyone seeking a minimalist, fragrance-free wash that supports the skin barrier and hydrates rather than strips.

• Gentle enough for reactive and compromised skin barriers.
• Good for those avoiding fragrances, harsh surfactants or unnecessary additives.
• Helpful when transitioning to gentler skincare routines.
• Works well as a daily maintenance wash for normal skin seeking softness.

Who is this for? If your skin reddens easily, feels tight after typical cleansers, or reacts to scented products, Paula's Choice CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser is formulated to offer effective cleaning with minimized irritation. It’s suited for users who prefer evidence-focused, cruelty-free skincare without fragrance, and for anyone who wants a daily facial wash that removes everyday makeup and sunscreen while leaving the skin smooth and ready for the next steps in a calming, protective routine.

• Paula's Choice Skincare creates science-driven, cruelty-free formulations that avoid fragrance and filler ingredients.

Ingredients

Water/Aqua/Eau, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Cellulose Gum, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Inulin, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Cellulose, Fructose, Glucose, Phenoxyethanol