Paula's Choice Water-Infusing Electrolyte Moisturizer
Description
- cruelty-free general moisturizer that contains ceramides, niacinamide, peptides and vitamin e.
- it doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens or sulfates.
- it does contain fragrances and silicones.
- it is likely to be good for anti aging and dry skin.
- it is reef safe.
- it is not fungal acne (malassezia) safe.
Directions
Once or twice daily, apply a small amount to face and neck. For daytime, always follow with a sunscreen.
Routine Usage
6
routines use it
83%
use it in the am
17%
use it in the pm
17%
use it in am & pm
Ingredient Details
Dry skin is often characterized by redness, itchiness, tightness, flaking, peeling, and cracking. Dryness can be caused by a variety of factors: genetics, over-exfoliating, climate, diet, age, and skin conditions.
Redness and irritation may be caused by several reasons, although there is no definitive answer. Reasons may range from physical exertion to sun exposure, allergies, or Rosacea.
Skin irritation can arise from a number of reasons: very dry skin, sensitivity to certain ingredients, allergies, dermatitis, bug bites, eczema, rosacea, and illness are common factors.
Decreased natural production of oils, degraded collagen, UV exposure, and lifestyle all contribute to how your skin looks over time. Although we cannot stop aging, there are ingredients that have been shown to slow the process: retinoids, antioxidants, and some peptides.
A scar is an area of fibrous tissue that remains after the skin has been wounded and healed.
Dull skin is temporary; all it usually will need is a little perk-me-up, such as extra hydration, some exfoliation, and vitamin nourishment.
Vitamin E contains loads of antioxidants which help protect your skin from pollution and reduce hyperpigmentation.
Contains Niacinamide
from 1 ingredient
Niacinamide is a form of Vitamin B3 that is present in many skin repairing processes. It can help boost your skinβs natural barrier and increase levels of ceramides.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids that bond dead skin cells together to create a barrier. Ceramides are known for their ability to hold water.
Contains Peptides
from 2 ingredients
Peptides are the amino-acid chains that help your skin produce proteins such as collagen.
Oily Skin is determined by your genetics, but can also be influenced by factors such as stress levels, changing hormonal levels, and humidity.
Skin irritation can arise from a number of reasons: very dry skin, sensitivity to certain ingredients, allergies, dermatitis, bug bites, eczema, rosacea, and illness are common factors.
Paula's Choice Water-Infusing Electrolyte Moisturizer 46 Ingredients Explained
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1
Humectant, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Solvent
An organic, colorless, odorless, and non-toxic compound that has antimicrobial and antiviral properties. It acts a humectant in skincare products, meaning it helps skin retain moisture by pulling moisture from the air.
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2
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Dimethicone is a type of silicone.
3
Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Also known as: Bg
AKA Butanediol, a colorless liquid. A skin-conditioning agent and humectant.
Extra info: Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diolβ (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
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4
Solvent
Also known as: Propandiol
An organic compound that helps absorption of product into skin.
Alternative name: 1,3-dihydroxypropane
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5
Cleansing, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Masking
Stearic Acid isn't fungal acne safe. It can be bad for oily skin.
7
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
We don't have a description for Isohexadecane.
9
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Magnesium PCA can be good for be good for dry skin.
10
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Calcium PCA can be good for be good for dry skin.
11
Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Ethylhexyl Olivate.
12
Emulsifying
Also known as: Polyglyceryl-3-Disostearate
1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, isodecanoates (1:2) (3 mol glycerol average molar ratio)
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13
Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract.
14
Skin Protecting
We don't have a description for Laminaria Saccharina Extract.
15
Emollient, Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract.
16
Masking, Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Coffea Arabica Seed Extract.
Biotin/Folic Acid/Cyanocobalamin/Niacinamide/Pantothenic Acid/Pyridoxine/Riboflavin/Thiamine/Yeast Polypeptides is a peptide.
18
Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Garcinia Mangostana Peel Extract.
19
Masking, Moisturising, Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Prunus Serotina Fruit Extract.
20
Emollient, Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Squalane.
21
Skin Conditioning
Also known as: Ceramide EOP,1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-Stearoyloxyheptacosamide,Stearoyloxyheptacosanoyl-C18-Phytosphingosine,Stearoyloxyheptacosanoyl-4-Hydroxysphinganine
Ceramide EOP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramide EOP,1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-Stearoyloxyheptacosamide,Stearoyloxyheptacosanoyl-C18-Phytosphingosine,Stearoyloxyheptacosanoyl-4-Hydroxysphinganine
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22
Skin Conditioning
Also known as: 1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-(2-Hydroxy) Stearamide
Ceramide AP is a type of Ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-(2-Hydroxy) Stearamide
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23
Skin Conditioning
Also known as: Ceramide Np,1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-Octadecanamide,Stearoyl-C18-Phytosphingosine,Stearoyl-4-Hydroxysphinganine
Ceramide NP is one type of ceramide.
Ceramides are intercellular lipids naturally found in our skin that bonds dead skin cells together to create a barrier. They are known for their ability to hold water and thus are a great ingredient for dry skin.
Ceramide NP,1,3,4-Octadecanetriol, 2-Octadecanamide,Stearoyl-C18-Phytosphingosine,Stearoyl-4-Hydroxysphinganine
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24
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
We don't have a description for Pisum Sativum Extract.
26
Emollient, Emulsifying, Skin Conditioning, Stabilising
We don't have a description for Cholesterol.
28
Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
We don't have a description for Oryza Sativa Bran Extract.
29
Antioxidant, Masking, Skin Conditioning
Also known as: Vitamin E
A common antioxidant that protects against UVB rays and has soothing properties
Alternate names: 3,4-Dihydro-2,5,7,8-tetramethyl-2-(4,8,12-trimethyltridecyl)-2H-benzopyran-6-ol; .alpha.-tocopherol; Vitamin E
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31
Masking, Skin Conditioning, Soothing
Bisabolol can be good for be good for sensitive skin.
32
Humectant, Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Sorbitol is a fragrance. It can be good for be good for dry skin.
34
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Xylitol.
35
Masking, Perfuming, Skin Conditioning
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is a fragrance.
36
Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Sodium Levulinate.
37
Emollient, Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Behenyl Behenate.
38
Emollient, Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Tribehenin.
39
Emulsifying
We don't have a description for Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate.
40
Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Xanthan Gum.
We don't have a description for Sodium Acrylates Copolymer.
42
Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
We don't have a description for Carbomer.
We don't have a description for Sodium Hydroxide.
We don't have a description for Tetrasodium EDTA.
45
Preservative
Germicidal, antimicrobial, and aromatic. Often used as a perfume fixative, antiseptic, or preserving agent in pharmaceutical products.
Alternate name: 2-Phenoxyethanol
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46
Skin Conditioning
We don't have a description for Ethylhexylglycerin.
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Product Info
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alcohol-free
Alcohol Free
Some harsh forms of alcohol can break down your skin's natural barrier with prolonged use.
This product is free of harsh alcohols π
silicon-free
Contains Silicon
Silicones are a colorless substance derived from the silicon mineral used to help boost the appearance and feel of a product.
Ingredients in this product that are types of silicon:
fragrance-free
Contains Fragrance
Fragrances are the ingredients in your skincare that either neutralize bad scents or are used to make a product smell good. Fragrances come in 3 forms: synthetic, natural, or essential oils.
Ingredients in this product that are forms of fragrance:
sulfate-free
Sulfate Free
Sulfates are a type of salt mainly used as cleaning agents in skincare.
This product is free of sulfates π
paraben-free
Paraben Free
Parabens are a type of preservative to preserve shelf-life and prevent growth of bacteria in products.
This product is free of parabens π
oil-free
Oil Free
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
This product is free of oils π
fungal-acne safe
Not Malassezia Safe
Malassezia (Pityrosporum) folliculitis is a skin condition with acne-like breakouts caused by malassezia, a type of yeast.
Ingredients in this product that are not malassezia safe:
reef-safe
Reef Safe
Many factors affect if a product is reef safe, including the particle size of ingredients. We do our best to ensure our data is accurate, so please get in touch if you spot an error.
This product is free of ingredients that damage reefs π
eu-allergen-free
Eu Allergen Free
A list of the most-known allergic substances from the European Unionβs Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
This product is free of EU allergens π
vegan
Non Vegan
Vegan products are formulated without animal products including honey, dairy, eggs, and more.
This product is not vegan π₯
cruelty-free
Cruelty Free
Cruelty-Free is a label that certifies a brand is not testing products on animals.
