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Find your rhythm with the greatest science-backed skincare hits, including one full-size & three travel-size formulas.
Fights breakouts & blackheads
Clears & minimises enlarged pores
Improves texture & hyperpigmentation
Get clear, radiant skin with this skincare playlist full of greatest hits
Our CLEAR Pore Normalizing Cleanser sets the stage by removing excess oil and pore-clogging impurities. While the iconic 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner unclogs pores and controls oil for a healthy glow. Next, the 10% Azelaic Acid Booster reduces post-breakout marks until the CLINICAL Retinaldehyde Treatment comes in as the closing act, smoothing out wrinkles and promoting clear skin with minimal irritation.
Because skincare works best when it suits your skin type.
Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and wait 15-30 minutes. Select what you see and how you feel.
Salicylic Acid/BHAConcentrated BHA penetrates deep into pores to clear congestion.
dicA cialezA An antioxidant that has pronounced skin-soothing effects and is effective for skin brightening.
0.1% Retinaldehyde (Retinal)
A form of retinol that is a precursor to retinoic acid, with research backing its ability to visibly reduce fine lines, wrinkles and other signs of ageing. Can also improve the appearance of blemish-prone skin.
2% BHA Exfoliating Toner: Water (Aqua/Eau), Methylpropanediol, Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Tetrasodium EDTA. [il402v1] Clear Cleanser: Aqua, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate (cleansing agent), Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer (texture-enhancing), Glycerin (skin replenishing), PEG-200 Hydrogenated Glyceryl Palmate (hydrating cleansing agent), Sodium Laureth Sulfate (cleansing agent), Salicylic Acid (skin-soothing), Arginine (amino acid/hydration), Butylene Glycol (texture enhancer), PEG-7 Glyceryl Cocoate (cleansing/skin-softening/emulsifier), Panthenol (hydration), Disodium EDTA (chelating agent), Citric Acid (pH adjuster), PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil (skin-softening), Sodium Citrate (chelating agent), Phenoxyethanol (preservative), Caprylyl Glycol (preservative), Chlorphenesin (preservative).
10% Azelaic Acid Booster: Aqua, Azelaic Acid (skin brightener/antioxidant), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (texture-enhancing), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (hydration/skin replenishing), Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate (texture-enhancing), Glycerine (hydration/skin replenishing), Cetearyl Alcohol (texture-enhancing), Glyceryl Stearate (texture-enhancing), Dimethicone (hydration), Salicylic Acid (Beta Hydroxy Acid, exfoliant), enisonedA (skin-restoring), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (skin-soothing), Boerhavia Diffusa Root Extract (antioxidant), Allantoin (skin-soothing), Bisabolol (skin-soothing), Cyclopentasiloxane (hydration), Xanthan Gum (texture-enhancing), Sclerotium Gum (texture-enhancing), Propanediol (hydration), Butylene Glycol (hydration), Phenoxyethanol (preservative).
CLINICAL Pro Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid Treatment: Water (Aqua/Eau), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride (emollient), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil (antioxidant plant oil/emollient), Dimethicone (emollient/texture enhancer), Polyglyceryl-2 Stearate (emulsifier), Propanediol (humectant), Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate (emulsifier/stabiliser), Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate (emulsifier), Retinal (vitamin A/antioxidant), Tocopherol(vitamin E/antioxidant), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidant), Saccharomyces Ferment Filtrate (hydration), Albatrellus Confluens (Mushroom) Extract (plant extract/antioxidant), Punica Granatum Pericarp Extract (plant extract/antioxidant), Oleyl Adapalenate (antioxidant/retinoid derivative), Glyceryl Stearate (texture enhancer), Stearyl Alcohol (texture enhancer), Hydroxyapatite (texture enhancer), Butylene Glycol (humectant), Cetyl Glyceryl Ether (emollient), Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil (emollient plant oil), Sodium Polyacrylate (film-forming agent), Isopropyl Myristate (emollient/texture enhancer), Hydroxyacetophenone (humectant), Caprylhydroxamic Acid (chelating agent), Sodium Phytate (chelating agent/stabilizer), Xanthan Gum (stabilizer), Glycerine (humectant), Hydroxystearic Acid (texture enhancer), 1,2-Hexanediol (preservative), Sorbitan Oleate (emulsifier), Naringin (antioxidant), Citric Acid (pH adjuster), Titanium Dioxide (CI 77891) (occlusive/opacifying agent).
Our 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner, commonly known as an exfoliating toner, has the lightweight, liquid texture of a toner and the benefits of a chemical exfoliant, which include removing dead skin cells and unclogging pores, revealing a brighter complexion. Other Paula’s Choice toners are used after cleansing to remove residual makeup and SPF, hydrate and deliver targeted ingredients like antioxidants. While both are beneficial, they serve different purposes in your skincare routine.
If our 2% BHA Liquid feels sticky, you may be using too much. Try using a pearl-sized amount applied in a thin layer. The greasy feel can be attributed to the high levels of glycol in the formula (which works as a water-binding agent and to help BHA penetrate the skin's surface layers).
Yes, azelaic acid is suitable even for those with acne-prone skin when used in combination with our CLEAR collection.
Azelaic acid is really good at keeping skin healthy because it blocks things that can cause aggravation. It's a unique antioxidant, and its multi-pronged benefits include helping reduce sensitivity and visibly fading marks.
Yes, you can use azelaic acid every day (up to twice daily). Consistent use is key for best/fastest results.
The ideal client for this treatment is someone who is seeing advanced signs of ageing and sun damage like fine lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness and colour changes. Enlarged or clogged pores, rough or bumpy texture and/or post-breakout marks might be a concern as well. This treatment is even suitable for those with acne-prone skin.
Vitamin A in its purest form is bright yellow, so the shade you see represents the potent amount of retinaldehyde in the formula. Upon application, you may notice a slight yellow hue on the skin but this is temporary. The colour dissipates quickly once absorbed and will not stain your skin.
Even though the systemic absorption of topically applied over-the-counter retinoids is low, we recommend that you avoid prescription retinoids (Renova™, Retin-A™, Differin™, Tazorac™ and generic tretinoin) and over-the-counter products with retinol and its derivatives (retinyl retinoate, retinaldehyde, retinyl linoleate, retinyl propionate or hydroxypinacolone retinoate) due to their relation to prescription retinoids. Consider switching to an anti-ageing product that does not contain retinol or its derivatives. For additional ingredient questions during pregnancy, be sure to consult with your doctor and follow their recommendations and read our Expert Advice Article to learn more about skincare products that are safe to use during pregnancy.
Since retinoids are a potent class of skincare ingredients, there are certain circumstances where you should avoid using these ingredients in your routine. For example: 1) If you are pregnant or breastfeeding and your doctor recommends against using these ingredients. 2) If you have certain medical skin conditions and your doctor recommends against using these ingredients. 3) If your skin has become sunburned and/or if you have any open wounds or cuts. 4) Prior to cosmetic corrective procedures involving lights or lasers, as well as for a certain period prior to and after high-strength acid peels (consult your practitioner).
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