Paula's Choice CLEAR Oil-Free Moisturizer 0.5 oz — Lightweight Face Cream for Acne-Prone Skin with Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid

Paula's Choice CLEAR Oil-Free Moisturizer is a water-light, non-greasy face cream that hydrates blemish-prone skin while helping minimize pores and calm redness.

Designed for skin that is prone to breakouts, this lightweight 0.5 oz formula provides everyday hydration without adding oil or a heavy finish. It blends humectants, barrier-supporting ceramides, niacinamide to help refine the look of pores, and antioxidant extracts from pumpkin and blueberry to soothe visible irritation. Fragrance-free and fast-absorbing, it works as the final moisturizing step in both morning and evening routines.

How does this moisturizer hydrate without clogging pores?

The product uses a light gel-cream texture and oil-free humectants to draw and hold moisture without leaving an occlusive film. That makes it suitable for oily and blemish-prone complexions that need hydration but cannot afford heavy or pore-clogging ingredients.

• Hyaluronic acid attracts moisture to plump skin surfaces.
• Oil-free base prevents added shine and pore congestion.
• Fast-absorbing texture reduces residue under makeup or sunscreen.

Which active ingredients help calm redness and improve tone?

Niacinamide and antioxidant extracts are featured to support even-looking skin and soothe visible redness. Ceramides help fortify the skin’s barrier so moisture stays in and environmental stressors stay out, which can reduce sensitivity over time.

• Niacinamide: helps refine pore appearance and supports balanced tone.
• Antioxidant extracts (pumpkin, blueberry): help calm and comfort irritated skin.
• Ceramides: reinforce the skin barrier for long-lasting resilience.

When and how often should I use this cream in my routine?

Apply the moisturizer as the last step in your daily skincare routine—after serums and treatments—both morning and night for consistent hydration. For daytime use, follow with a broad-spectrum SPF of 30 or higher; those with very oily skin may prefer once-daily application while others will benefit from twice-daily use.

• Use morning and night after treatment serums and lightweight toners.
• Seal daytime application with SPF 30+ for sun protection.
• Adjust frequency: oily skin might use once daily, drier skin can use twice daily.

Will this moisturizer work with acne treatments like benzoyl peroxide or retinoids?

This oil-free moisturizer is formulated to layer well with common acne treatments, providing hydration without interfering with active ingredients. Because it’s fragrance-free and lightweight, it helps reduce irritation that can accompany drying acne therapies.

• Compatible as a hydrating follow-up to topical treatments.
• Light texture minimizes pilling when layered under other products.
• Fragrance-free formulation reduces risk of added irritation.

Who is this for? Paula's Choice CLEAR Oil-Free Moisturizer is made for people with oily, combination, or acne-prone skin who want reliable hydration without excess oil, heavy textures, or fragrance. It’s also a suitable option for sensitive skin that reacts to richer creams but still needs barrier support and soothing antioxidants. Choose this formula if you want a compact, travel-friendly hydrating step that pairs well with acne treatments and daily sun protection.

Key features:

• Lightweight, oil-free hydration for blemish-prone skin
• Hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, ceramides, and antioxidants
• Fragrance-free, fast-absorbing, suitable as morning and evening moisturizer

Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Ethyl Macadamiate, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol, Propanediol, Triethylhexanoin, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Hydrolyzed Pumpkin Seedcake, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract, Euterpe Oleracea Fruit Extract, Prunus Serotina (Wild Cherry) Fruit Extract, Niacinamide, Tripeptide-29, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Sodium Hyaluronate, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Panthenol, Sodium PCA, Adenosine, Lecithin, Arginine, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Sodium Gluconate, Citric Acid, Isohexadecane, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin