Paula's Choice RESIST Daily Hydrating Fluid Face Moisturizer
Paula's Choice
7/10 (1871 reviews)
moisturizeroily skinSPF 502 Fl Oz
Key Benefits
Overall Score: 7/10
Apply liberally to face and neck as the last step in your morning skincare routine. Reapply every 2 hours when exposed to direct sunlight, after swimming, sweating, or towel drying. Suitable for oily and combination skin types. Patch test prior to first use, especially if you have sensitive skin or known allergies. Not recommended for those seeking a 100% reef-safe or silicone-free sunscreen.
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Detailed Product Scores
Overall
7/10
Weighted average of all factors
Safety
6/10
Allergen and irritation risk assessment
Efficacy
8/10
Expected performance and results
Formulation
8/10
Ingredient synergy and stability
Sustainability
5/10
Environmental and ethical impact
Benefits & Concerns
Key Benefits (0)
Concerns & Limitations (7)
- Contains multiple chemical UV filters (Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Ethylhexyl salicylate, Octocrylene, Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane) which may cause irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
- Contains Benzyl alcohol, which can be sensitizing or irritating to some users.
- Contains multiple botanical extracts that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
- Contains silicones (Dimethicone, Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer) which may not be suitable for those avoiding silicones.
- Contains phenoxyethanol and sodium benzoate, which can be mildly irritating to some users.
- Not all UV filters used are considered reef-safe (e.g., Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, Octocrylene).
- No information on packaging sustainability or ethical sourcing of ingredients.
Complete Ingredient Analysis
29
Total Ingredients
1
Emollients
0
Fragrances
0
Unsafe
Complete Ingredient Breakdown
Listed in order of concentration with detailed analysis
#1
Aqua
Aqua
unknownsolvent
#2
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
Ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate
unknownsunscreen
#3
Glycerin
Glycerin
unknownhumectant
#4
Ethylhexyl salicylate
Ethylhexyl salicylate
unknownsunscreen
#5
Silica
Silica
unknownabsorbent
#6
Octocrylene
Octocrylene
unknownsunscreen
#7
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
Butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
unknownsunscreen
#8
Dimethicone
Dimethicone
unknownemollient
#9
Benzyl alcohol
Benzyl alcohol
unknownpreservative
#10
Tocopherol
Tocopherol
unknownantioxidant
#11
Chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract
Chamomilla recutita (matricaria) flower extract
unknownantioxidant
#12
Vitis vinifera (grape) seed extract
Vitis vinifera (grape) seed extract
unknownantioxidant
#13
Camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract
Camellia sinensis (green tea) leaf extract
unknownantioxidant
#14
Camellia oleifera (green tea) leaf extract
Camellia oleifera (green tea) leaf extract
unknownantioxidant
#15
Peucedanum graveolens (dill) extract
Peucedanum graveolens (dill) extract
unknownantioxidant
#16
Sambucus nigra (black elderberry) fruit extract
Sambucus nigra (black elderberry) fruit extract
unknownantioxidant
#17
Avena sativa (oat) bran extract
Avena sativa (oat) bran extract
unknownskin-soothing
#18
Punica granatum (pomegranate) extract
Punica granatum (pomegranate) extract
unknownantioxidant
#19
Lycium barbarum (goji) fruit extract
Lycium barbarum (goji) fruit extract
unknownantioxidant
#20
Hydrogenated lecithin
Hydrogenated lecithin
unknownskin-restoring
#21
Titanium dioxide
Titanium dioxide
unknowntexture-enhancing
#22
Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer
Dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer
unknownhydration
#23
Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate
Diethylhexyl syringylidenemalonate
unknownantioxidant
#24
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer
Hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer
unknownfilm-forming
#25
Xanthan gum
Xanthan gum
unknowntexture enhancer
#26
Sodium carbomer
Sodium carbomer
unknowntexture enhancer
#27
Sodium benzoate
Sodium benzoate
unknownstabilizer
#28
Potassium sorbate
Potassium sorbate
unknownpreservative
#29
Phenoxyethanol
Phenoxyethanol
unknownpreservative
Product Attributes
Vegan
Cruelty-Free
Reef Safe
Alcohol-Free
Paraben-Free
Silicon-Free
Sulfate-Free
Fragrance-Free
EU Allergen-Free
Oil-Free
Fungal Acne Safe
Usage Instructions & Guidelines
Official Usage Instructions
Manufacturer's recommended application
unknown
Ideal For:
- •Daily skincare routine
- •Sensitive skin types
- •Natural product enthusiasts
Avoid If You Have:
- •Known allergies to listed ingredients
- •Very sensitive or reactive skin
- •Strict vegan lifestyle requirements
- •Preference for fragranced products
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