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Defense Hydrating Gel-To-Cream Cleanser
Paula's Choice · Category: Face Cleansers · 48 ingredients · Verified formula
Ingredients in Paula's Choice Defense Hydrating Gel-To-Cream Cleanser explained: benefits, concerns, and detailed analysis of 48 ingredients including Water, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, and Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
Ingredients
- AlanineAn amino acid that helps to moisturize and condition the skin.
- Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice PowderA soothing agent known for its hydrating and calming effects.
- ArginineAn amino acid that helps improve skin hydration and elasticity.
- Aspartic AcidAn amino acid that may help in skin hydration and repair.
- Camellia Sinensis Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant-rich extract from green tea known for its soothing properties.
- Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideAn emollient that softens and smooths the skin.
- Citric AcidA pH adjuster that helps maintain the desired acidity of products.
- Cocamidopropyl BetaineA surfactant derived from coconut oil, used for cleansing.
- Cocamidopropyl HydroxysultaineA mild surfactant derived from coconut oil, used for cleansing.
- Cocoyl Proline
- Decyl GlucosideA mild surfactant derived from plants, used for cleansing.
- Disodium Cocoyl GlutamateMild surfactant derived from coconut oil, used for cleansing.
- Disodium EDTAA chelating agent that binds metal ions to enhance stability.
- EthylhexylglycerinA preservative and skin-conditioning agent.
- Glucose Oxidase
- GlycerinA humectant that attracts moisture to the skin.
- GlycineAn amino acid that helps to hydrate and condition the skin.
- Glycine Soja SterolsPlant-derived sterols that help to strengthen the skin barrier.
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root
- HistidineAn amino acid that acts as a skin conditioning agent.
- IsoleucineAn amino acid that supports skin health and hydration.
- Lactic AcidAn AHA that exfoliates and hydrates the skin.
- Lactoperoxidase
- Lauric AcidA fatty acid that acts as an emollient and has antimicrobial properties.
- Linoleic AcidAn essential fatty acid that supports skin barrier function and hydration.
- PCAA natural humectant that helps retain moisture in the skin.
- Pentylene GlycolA humectant and solvent that enhances moisture retention.
- PhenoxyethanolA preservative that prevents microbial growth in products.
- PhenylalanineAn amino acid that may help in skin hydration and repair.
- PhospholipidsNatural lipids that help to hydrate and repair the skin barrier.
- Potassium Citrate
- Potassium SorbateA preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetics.
- ProlineAn amino acid that helps to hydrate and improve skin elasticity.
- SerineAn amino acid that acts as a humectant, attracting moisture to the skin.
- Sodium BenzoateA preservative that inhibits microbial growth in products.
- Sodium ChlorideCommonly known as salt, used to adjust viscosity and stability.
- Sodium CitrateA pH adjuster that helps maintain the stability of formulations.
- Sodium Cocoyl GlutamateA gentle surfactant derived from coconut and glutamic acid.
- Sodium Cocoyl GlycinateA mild surfactant derived from coconut oil and glycine, used for cleansing.
- Sodium LactateA humectant that helps to maintain skin hydration and pH balance.
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