Paula's choice Water-Infusing Electrolyte Moisturizer Full Size
Works for
1 of 1 advertised claim delivered
MoisturizingAcetyl hexapeptide-37, Ceramide eop + 21 moreStrong evidence
“replenishes thirsty skin’s water content for lasting, weightless hydration and an instant plump, dewy look”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
calcium pca, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: dimethicone, squalane.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: acetyl hexapeptide-37, ceramide ap, ceramide eop, ceramide np, phytosphingosine
Anti-oxidationNot advertised by the brand · Creatine, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract + 4 moreModerate evidence
This product contains antioxidants (creatine) that might be able to help neutralize free radicals in skin to lessen the damage it gets from the UV light (sun). There is not enough evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin though.
Anti-agingNot advertised by the brand · Creatine, Acetyl hexapeptide-37 + 2 moreModerate evidence
This product contains acetyl hexapeptide-37, creatine. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy1 strong irritant: FarnesolMedium risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.9–5.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinDimethicone~4.1–5.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish
More about DimethiconeButylene glycol~3–3.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPropanediol~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolGlyceryl stearate~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateIsohexadecane~1.7–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Improves the texture of the product and helps soften the skin. Helps oil and water mix together and can be used as a cleansing agent
More about IsohexadecaneStearic acid~1.5–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together and works as an emollient
More about Stearic acidPotassium pca~1.2–1.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Magnesium pca~0.9–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Magnesium pcaCalcium pca~0.65–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Calcium pcaEthylhexyl olivate~0.55–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Ethylhexyl olivatePolyglyceryl-4 olivate~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pyrus malus fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can have some moisturizing properties due to its sugar content
More about Pyrus malus fruit extractLaminaria saccharina extract~0.4–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A seaweed extract that contains sugars and can be helpful in attracting water to the upper layers of the skin if used in high enough concentrations
More about Laminaria saccharina extractActinidia chinensis fruit extract~0.45–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-oxidant properties, but evidence of effectiveness in skin is lacking
More about Actinidia chinensis fruit extractCoffea arabica seed extract~0.35–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might be helpful in neutralizing free radicals in skin
More about Coffea arabica seed extractBiotin/folic acid/cyanocobalamin/niacinamide/pantothenic acid/pyridoxine/riboflavin/thiamine/yeast polypeptides~0.3–0.6%
Garcinia mangostana peel extract~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Prunus serotina fruit extract~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Squalane~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An oil naturally present in skin. Works as an emollient to soften the skin and form a protective layer on its surface without a greasy feeling.
More about SqualaneCeramide eop~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide eopCeramide ap~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide apCeramide np~0.3–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid similar to ceramides naturally present in skin. Helps to soften the upper layer of the skin and supports the skin barrier function to keep it hydrated. Can help to prevent inflammation in skin
More about Ceramide npPisum sativum extract~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Might be helpful in protecting skin collagen and elastin from breaking down but solid research is lacking
More about Pisum sativum extractPhytosphingosine~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of lipid that is naturally present in skin. It might help in repairing skin barrier function and has anti-bacterial effect
More about PhytosphingosineCholesterol~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that is naturally found in skin
More about CholesterolAcetyl hexapeptide-37~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Acetyl hexapeptide-37Oryza sativa bran extract~0.25–0.4%
Tocopherol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCreatine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Can support skin's ability to neutralize free radicals and produce collagen, though further research is needed to confirm effectiveness
More about CreatineBisabolol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An active component of chamomile plant that historically has been used to calm down irritated skin. A recent study shows that bisabolol indeed can have some anti-inflammatory effect on skin, even though conclusive data is lacking. Bisabolol has a sweet floral scent and can be added to products for its aromatic properties
More about BisabololSorbitol~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about SorbitolInositol~0.25–0.45%
Xylitol~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and repair the skin barrier function
More about XylitolCaprylic/capric triglyceride~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglycerideSodium levulinate~0.25–0.4%
Behenyl behenate~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Tribehenin~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency and soften the upper layer of the skin
More about TribeheninSodium lauroyl lactylate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps water and oil mix together
More about Sodium lauroyl lactylateXanthan gum~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSodium acrylates copolymer~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Sodium acrylates copolymerAcrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCarbomer~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerSodium hydroxide~0.25–0.45%
Disodium edta~0.2–0.4%
Benzyl alcohol~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- High
A preservative. Can be used to mask unpleasant smell. Can be irritating
More about Benzyl alcoholCitric acid~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidEthylhexylglycerin~0.2–0.35%
Farnesol~0.15–0.3%
Myristic acid~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Helps oil and water mix together. Could be comedogenic
More about Myristic acidPeg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearatePotassium sorbate~0.15–0.25%
Sodium benzoate~0.1–0.2%
Sorbic acid~0.15–0.25%
Trideceth-6~0.15–0.25%
Phenoxyethanol~0.15–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.15%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Butylene glycol, Propanediol, Glyceryl stearate, Isohexadecane, Stearic acid, Potassium pca, Magnesium pca, Calcium pca, Ethylhexyl olivate, Polyglyceryl-4 olivate, Pyrus malus fruit extract, Laminaria saccharina extract, Actinidia chinensis fruit extract, Coffea arabica seed extract, Biotin/folic acid/cyanocobalamin/niacinamide/pantothenic acid/pyridoxine/riboflavin/thiamine/yeast polypeptides, Garcinia mangostana peel extract, Prunus serotina fruit extract, Squalane, Ceramide eop, Ceramide ap, Ceramide np, Pisum sativum extract, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Acetyl hexapeptide-37, Oryza sativa bran extract, Tocopherol, Creatine, Bisabolol, Sorbitol, Inositol, Xylitol, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Sodium levulinate, Behenyl behenate, Tribehenin, Sodium lauroyl lactylate, Xanthan gum, Sodium acrylates copolymer, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Carbomer, Sodium hydroxide, Disodium edta, Benzyl alcohol, Citric acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Farnesol, Myristic acid, Peg-30 dipolyhydroxystearate, Potassium sorbate, Sodium benzoate, Sorbic acid, Trideceth-6, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Paula's choiceWater-Infusing Electrolyte Moisturizer Full SizeYOUR PRODUCT | Naked SundaysCeramide Cloud Water Cream | celimaxDual Barrier Skin Wearable Cream 50ml | DermaticaClarifying Azelaic Acid 15% Cream | |
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| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 57% |
| Price | $37.00 | — | $14.71−$22.29 | — |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 7 of 18 | 7 of 18 | 8 of 18 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Ceramide As | Azelaic Acid |
| Irritancy | Medium | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
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- 3Final Report on the Safety Assessment of Dimethicone Copolyoljournals.sagepub.com
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