
About this product
A fragrance-free moisturizer cream with ceramides, peptides, and shea butter designed to hydrate and repair the skin barrier.
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Water, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Ethylhexyl Stearate, Glycerin, Cocoglycerides, Squalane, Sodium Polyacrylate, Butyrospermum Parkii Butter, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide As, Ceramide Ns, Ceramide Eop, Sodium Hyaluronate, Adenosine, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Citrullus Lanatus (Watermelon) Seed Oil , Glyceryl Stearate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hexylene Glycol, Tocopherol, 2,3-Butanediol, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Sodium PCA, Urea, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Trehalose, Polyquaternium-51, Triacetin, Cholesterol, Phenoxyethanol
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5 experts · Moderate agreementWhat the gurus are saying
This moisturizer spreads easily and feels lightweight despite being quite hydrating, thanks to its blend of multiple ceramides, peptides, and shea butter that work together to lock in moisture and strengthen the skin barrier. Gurus praise its clean ingredient list, lack of fragrance, and value at around $38, making it especially appealing for those with combination or dry skin who want barrier support without irritation. One pump typically suffices, though those with very dry skin may want to use two to boost hydration further.
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A fragrance-free moisturizer cream with ceramides, peptides, and shea butter designed to hydrate and repair the skin barrier.
Yes. All 5 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 85%.
Paula's Choice Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer holds a Guru Score of 85%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 5 independent expert reviewers we have collected.
Paula's Choice Barrier Repair Advanced Moisturizer is generally suited to dry skin and sensitive skin.
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