Welcome to our breakdown of the 27 best Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30 dupes and alternatives.
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Our Roundup
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ACO's Sun Face Cream Age Defense SPF 50 is the dupe with the most similar ingredients. Our matching methodology puts it at an 44% ingredient match!
Our community frequently compares this product with Maelove's The Sun Protector SPF 30. Our matching algorithm puts it at an 56% overall match!
Of all of the dupes for this product, Coxir's Vita C Bright Cream is the most liked by our community. Our matching algorithm puts it at an 58% overall match!
- ACO Sun Face Cream Age Defense SPF 50 1
- Iris&Romeo Weekend Skin SPF 50 Instant Glow Mineral Sunscreen 2
- ZO Skin Health Sheer Fluid Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50 3
- Vitabrid C12 Wrinkle Cream 4
- Jeuvenile Anti-Blemish Brightening Cream 5
- Coxir Vita C Bright Cream 6
- Bioline Jatò De-Sense Nourishing Cream 7
- Emina Bright Stuff Tone Up Cream 8
- Mad Hippie Face Cream 9
- Arbonne RE9 Advanced Lifting and Contouring Cream SPF 15 Sunscreen 10
- Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Oil Free Sunscreen Face 11
- EltaMD, Inc UV Restore Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 40 12
- Glytone Hydra Lipid UV Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40+ 13
- Maelove The Sun Protector SPF 30 14
- Skinmade Super Vitamins Broad-Spectrum + Blue Light Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ 15
- Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer 16
- Estée Lauder Perfectionist Pro Multi-Defense UV Fluid SPF 45 17
- Beauty Bay Thirst Class Rich Moisturiser with Oatmeal and Oat Lipid 18
- Simple Skincare Protect ‘n’ Glow Rest and Reset 72H Hydrating Gel 19
- Soap & Glory Urban Legend Double Protection Antioxidant Day Cream Daily SPF 30 20
- Kolai Rehab Cream Anti-Age Extra Boost Face Cream 21
- Farm Stay Oil Free UV Defence Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA+++ 22
- Perricone MD Cold Plasma + Sub D Neck Cream 23
- Charms Cosmetic Skincare Hydra Fresh Tinted Moisturiser SPF50 Broad Spectrum 24
- Dot & Key Skincare Pomegranate + Multi-Peptide Anti Ageing Moisturizer SPF 30 25
- Equate Repairing Lotion 26
- CAY SKIN Universal Mineral Face Moisturizer with SPF 55 and Squalane 27
Overview
What it is
General moisturizer with 45 ingredients that contains exfoliants, niacinamide, peptides, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E
Cool Features
It is vegan and cruelty-free
Suited For
It has ingredients that are good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture
Free From
It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates
ACO Sun Face Cream Age Defense SPF 50
63% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens that contain exfoliants, niacinamide, peptides, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 15 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
61% match
with the ingredients and function of Iris&Romeo Weekend Skin SPF 50 Instant Glow Mineral Sunscreen
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free sunscreens that contain exfoliants, niacinamide, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 13 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $15.00 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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ZO Skin Health Sheer Fluid Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 50
60% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both sunscreens that contain exfoliants, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
59% match
with the ingredients and function of Vitabrid C12 Wrinkle Cream
Dupe Explained
These products are both general moisturizers that contain niacinamide, peptides, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $35.00 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Jeuvenile Anti-Blemish Brightening Cream
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers that contain niacinamide, peptides, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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Coxir Vita C Bright Cream
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both general moisturizers that contain exfoliants, niacinamide, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 13 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $17.54 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Bioline Jatò De-Sense Nourishing Cream
58% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both general moisturizers that contain peptides, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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Emina Bright Stuff Tone Up Cream
57% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both general moisturizers that contain niacinamide, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
57% match
with the ingredients and function of Mad Hippie Face Cream
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free general moisturizers that contain niacinamide, peptides and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 13 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $13.41 more expensive than the original product.
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Arbonne RE9 Advanced Lifting and Contouring Cream SPF 15 Sunscreen
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan sunscreens that contain peptides, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 16 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, dark spots and better texture.
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Derma E Sun Defense Mineral Oil Free Sunscreen Face
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens that contain exfoliants, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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EltaMD, Inc UV Restore Tinted Broad-Spectrum SPF 40
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan sunscreens that contain exfoliants, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 15 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $9.00 more expensive than the original product.
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Glytone Hydra Lipid UV Mineral Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 40+
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both sunscreens that contain exfoliants, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 15 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $1.00 more expensive than the original product.
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Maelove The Sun Protector SPF 30
56% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens that contain SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 16 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Skinmade Super Vitamins Broad-Spectrum + Blue Light Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++
Dupe Explained
These products are both sunscreens that contain exfoliants, niacinamide, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or parabens. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Alastin Ultra Nourishing Moisturizer
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers that contain exfoliants, peptides and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $75.82 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Estée Lauder Perfectionist Pro Multi-Defense UV Fluid SPF 45
55% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both sunscreens that contain exfoliants, SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 13 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, reducing pores, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $13.00 more expensive than the original product.
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Beauty Bay Thirst Class Rich Moisturiser with Oatmeal and Oat Lipid
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free general moisturizers that contain exfoliants, niacinamide and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
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Simple Skincare Protect ‘n’ Glow Rest and Reset 72H Hydrating Gel
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers that contain niacinamide, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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Soap & Glory Urban Legend Double Protection Antioxidant Day Cream Daily SPF 30
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both general moisturizers that contain SPF, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 13 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $20.01 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Kolai Rehab Cream Anti-Age Extra Boost Face Cream
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers that contain niacinamide, peptides, SPF and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
54% match
with the ingredients and function of Farm Stay Oil Free UV Defence Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA+++
Dupe Explained
These products are both sunscreens that contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 10 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain silicones.
They're both likely to be good for anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, scar healing and dark spots.
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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
53% match
with the ingredients and function of Perricone MD Cold Plasma + Sub D Neck Cream
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers that contain exfoliants, niacinamide, peptides, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 14 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing, dark spots and better texture.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $100.00 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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Charms Cosmetic Skincare Hydra Fresh Tinted Moisturiser SPF50 Broad Spectrum
53% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both cruelty-free general moisturizers that contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 13 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for dry skin, brightening skin and sensitive skin.
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Dot & Key Skincare Pomegranate + Multi-Peptide Anti Ageing Moisturizer SPF 30
51% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan general moisturizers that contain exfoliants, niacinamide, peptides, SPF and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 12 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any parabens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots.
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Equate Repairing Lotion
51% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both general moisturizers that contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 11 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens or sulfates. They both contain oils and silicones.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin and scar healing.
Price Comparison
This dupe is $21.12 less expensive than the original product. Nice find!
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CAY SKIN Universal Mineral Face Moisturizer with SPF 55 and Squalane
50% match
with the ingredients and function of Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30
Dupe Explained
These products are both vegan and cruelty-free sunscreens that contain exfoliants, SPF and Vitamin E. They've got a total of 15 ingredients in common.
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates.
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, sensitive skin and scar healing.
Price Comparison
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