Moisturizers

My skin is normal, without any really oily or dry areas. Which moisturizer should I use?

We recommend starting with a lighter formula such as Skin Balancing Moisture Gel or Hydralight Moisture-Infusing Lotion. If you want more substantial moisturizing, try RESIST Barrier Repair Moisturizer, or Moisture Boost Hydrating Treatment Cream.

I have normal to oily skin with dry patches. What moisturizer should I use?

Hydralight Moisture-Infusing Lotion and Skin Balancing Moisture Gel are excellent options, as is RESIST Barrier Repair Moisturizer. If the eye area is dry, consider a more emollient formula such as Moisture Boost Hydrating Treatment Cream or Skin Recovery Moisturizer.

I have mostly normal skin with dry areas, especially on my cheeks. Which moisturizer will work best for me?

We recommend starting with Moisture Boost Hydrating Treatment Cream. If your dry areas still do not improve, then try Skin Recovery Moisturizer. It is OK to only put moisturizer on the dry areas and not your entire face.

If you are using anti-acne products (including Retin-A), your skin is oily to very oily skin and you are experiencing surface dryness, try a combination of Skin Balancing Toner followed by Skin Balancing Moisture Gel.

My skin is dry. Which moisturizer do you recommend?

Start with RESIST Barrier Repair Moisturizer. If you want a richer texture, try Moisture Boost Hydrating Treatment Cream or Skin Recovery Moisturizer. It is also helpful to use RESIST Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serum or Skin Recovery Super Antioxidant Serum in combination with any moisturizer you apply.

I have very dry skin. Which moisturizer should I use?

Skin Recovery Moisturizer is designed for very dry skin and is gentle, very creamy, and rich. It is also helpful to use Skin Recovery Super Antioxidant Serum in combination with any moisturizer you apply. You may also try adding a bit of our Beautiful Body Butter to the Skin Recovery Moisturizer for even more intensive moisture and antioxidants.

What is the difference between the Hydralight Moisture-Infusing Lotion and Skin Balancing Moisture Gel?

Texture and how they feel on the skin. Hydralight Moisture-Infusing Lotionn leaves a satiny finish, while Skin Balancing Moisture Gel's weightless silicone base leaves a silky matte finish, and is a better choice if you need light moisturizing and anti-aging ingredients but don't want any after-feel.

Can I apply my moisturizer with sunscreen at night, too?

We don't recommend wearing any moisturizers with sunscreen at night because the actives aren't needed in the evening and provide no other benefit for skin. Instead, try one of our facial moisturizers without sunscreen paired with one of our Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serums.

My skin is really sensitive. Do you have a moisturizer for me?

Since none of Paula's Choice moisturizers contain fragrance, coloring agents, or sensitizing plant extracts, they are all extremely gentle options for your sensitive skin.

Do any of your moisturizers work as a night cream or eye cream? Why don't you offer a moisturizer made specifically for the eyes?

Yes. All of our moisturizers and Super Antioxidant Concentrate Serums are great for use at night and for use around the eyes. If you prefer a thicker, creamier texture to apply at night, Skin Recovery Moisturizer is ideal.

Eye creams are a whim of the cosmetics industry designed to evoke the sale of two products when only one is needed. There is no evidence, research, or documentation validating the claim that eye creams have special formulations setting them apart from other facial moisturizers-the only difference is price and the tiny containers the eye creams come in.

I want a moisturizer with anti-aging benefits. Is RESIST the only option?

No. Every Paula's Choice moisturizer contains the type of ingredients current research considers to be anti-aging: skin-repairing and cell-communicating ingredients along with plenty of antioxidants. The RESIST range takes the concept of anti-aging further by offering treatment and reparative benefits, but every Paula's Choice moisturizer has anti-aging benefits.

How is RESIST Barrier Repair Moisturizer different from the other Paula's Choice facial moisturizers?

RESIST Barrier Repair Moisturizer is a state-of-the-art formula specifically designed to address the advanced needs of those concerned with wrinkles and signs of aging. It contains more antioxidants, a greater range of emollients (including several ingredients that mimic the structure and function of healthy skin) and higher levels of proven cell-communicating ingredients that work to boost collagen production. Despite the advanced nature of this formula, it bears the formulary hallmarks of every Paula's Choice facial moisturizer. All of them are designed to supply skin with what it needs to look and feel its best.