Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Daily Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 Mineral Sunscreen, 2 oz — Hydrating & Fragrance-Free

This multi-tasking lotion combines physical (mineral) sun filters with a rich, peptide-enhanced cream to protect skin from daily sun exposure while replenishing moisture. Formulated for dry and reactive complexions, it uses calming extracts like oat and cucumber alongside antioxidants and restorative peptides to support skin comfort and appearance when used every morning.

How does this moisturizer protect skin during everyday sun exposure?

The formula uses mineral (physical) sunscreen ingredients to block UVA and UVB rays, providing broad-spectrum SPF 30 protection. Because it’s a mineral-based lotion, it sits on the skin’s surface to deflect light rather than being absorbed like chemical filters.

• SPF 30 broad-spectrum protection against UVA/UVB.
• Mineral filters appropriate for sensitive skin types.
• Antioxidants help neutralize environmental stressors.
• Designed for daily, leave-on use under makeup.

Will this lotion help dry or sensitive skin feel more comfortable?

Yes—its rich, emollient base is formulated to improve skin hydration and reduce tightness. Soothing ingredients such as oat and cucumber help calm redness and irritation while peptides support the skin’s resilience.

• Hydrating emollients replenish and lock in moisture.
• Oat and cucumber extracts soothe and reduce sensitivity.
• Anti-aging peptides in a cream vehicle for repair-support.
• Fragrance-free to minimize irritation risk.

How does this product fit into a morning skincare routine?

Use this lotion as the last step in your morning routine to combine hydration and sun protection in one application. It layers well under makeup and complements serums, toners, and treatments applied earlier in your regimen.

• Apply after cleansers, toners, and serums.
• Suitable as a primer under makeup for a radiant finish.
• Reapply every two hours when exposed to sunlight for optimal protection.
• Works with other Paula’s Choice treatments for tailored care.

Is this product free from common irritants and unnecessary additives?

Paula’s Choice SKIN RECOVERY Daily Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 is fragrance-free and formulated without parabens or nonessential additives. The focus is on effective, science-backed ingredients to target dryness and sensitivity without unnecessary fragrance that can provoke reactions.

• No added fragrance to lower irritation risk.
• Paraben-free formulation in a simple cream base.
• Concentrated actives like peptides and antioxidants only where beneficial.
• Developed for predictable, gentle daily use.

Who is this for: This lotion is intended for people with dry, sensitive, or easily irritated facial skin who want a single morning product that both moisturizes and provides mineral sun protection. It’s especially useful for those who prefer fragrance-free, non-irritating formulas and who use targeted serums or treatments at other steps in their routine. If you need daily SPF with restorative hydration and gentle actives, this 2 oz option from Paula’s Choice is formulated to be an easy, protective final step in your AM skincare ritual.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Titanium Dioxide 3.85%, Zinc Oxide 3.12% (mineral sunscreens). Other Ingredients: Water (Aqua), C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Isononyl Isononanoate, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, Cyclopentasiloxane, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, VP/Eicosene Copolymer, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Sterols, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Superoxide Dismutase, Ubiquinone, Ceramide NG, Methicone, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 (cell-communicating ingredient) , PEG-10 Dimethicone, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Tribehenin, PEG-10 Phytosterol, Sorbitan Stearate, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Alumina, Polysorbate 20, Aluminum Stearate, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin