Key ingredients
4.5/5
Gentle surfactants is the main active in this perioral dermatitis cleanser.
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CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser
$28.00
Paula's Choice CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser is for days when even mild foam feels like too much around the mouth. The cream texture cleans lightly and rinses without a tight finish. Keep acids and retinoids out of the same minute.
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The Edyt Score
4.5 / 5.0
Targets
4.5/5
This perioral dermatitis cleanser is a CALM line.
Formula standards
4.5/5
The formula is a CALM line.
The verdict
This perioral dermatitis cleanser suits ultra-gentle cream cleanse.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (Vanicream, La Roche-Posay, CeraVe, Cetaphil, Aveeno, and EltaMD). Compare best for, format, skin fit, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Ultra-gentle cream cleanse | Daily free-and-clear face wash | Hydrating low-foam cleanse | Drugstore hydrating cleanser | Simple sensitive face wash | Oat comfort cleanse | Gentle amino foam |
| Format | Perioral dermatitis cleanser | Perioral dermatitis cleanser | Perioral dermatitis cleanser | Perioral dermatitis cleanser | Perioral dermatitis cleanser | Perioral dermatitis cleanser | Perioral dermatitis cleanser |
| Skin fit | Flare-prone face | Reactive perioral skin | Dry reactive face | Dry sensitive face | Sensitive face | Dry reactive face | Sensitive face |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Notes | CALM line · Ultra-gentle | Free-and-clear · Gentle | Hydrating · Cream cleanser | Ceramides · Hydrating | Gentle · Sensitive | Oat · Calm + Restore | Amino acid · Fragrance-free |
| $ / size | $28.00 | $9.97 | $19.99 | $16.97 | $13.44 | $9.97 | $35.00 |
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FAQ
Who is CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser best for?
Paula's Choice CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser is for days when even mild foam feels like too much around the mouth. The cream texture cleans lightly and rinses without a tight finish. Keep acids and retinoids out of the same minute.
How did Edyt Beauty score this perioral dermatitis cleanser?
Edyt Beauty rates CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser 4.5 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from Vanicream, La Roche-Posay, CeraVe, Cetaphil, Aveeno, and EltaMD. For more from the same brand, see More from Paula's Choice below.
Where can I buy it?
Shop CALM Ultra-Gentle Face Cleanser with the Buy button when it is available. We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases. Prices and availability can change. You can also find it in our guide to Best Cleansers for Perioral Dermatitis.
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