Paula's Choice Oil-Free Face Moisturizer for Acne-Prone Skin — Fragrance-Free, Lightweight Hydration with Niacinamide & Hyaluronic

Paula's Choice CLEAR Oil-Free Face Moisturizer is a lightweight, non-greasy facial cream that delivers hydration while helping to calm redness and minimize the appearance of pores for blemish-prone skin.

If your skin is prone to breakouts and you want a daily moisturizer that won’t add oil or shine, this fragrance-free formula balances hydration and skin-barrier support. It combines niacinamide to refine pores, hyaluronic acid to boost moisture, ceramides to repair the barrier, and antioxidant extracts to soothe stressed skin—designed to absorb quickly and sit comfortably under makeup or nighttime treatments.

How does this moisturizer hydrate without clogging pores?

The formula focuses on lightweight, water-attracting ingredients instead of heavy oils. Hyaluronic acid draws moisture into the outer layers, while the oil-free base avoids pore-blocking ingredients, making it suitable for acne-prone complexions.

• Hyaluronic acid for multi-depth hydration
• Oil-free texture that absorbs rapidly
• Ceramides to support the skin barrier and prevent moisture loss

Will it help reduce visible pores and calm redness?

Niacinamide is included for its ability to refine texture and reduce the look of enlarged pores over time. Soothing antioxidants like blueberry and pumpkin extracts help reduce the appearance of inflammation and deliver gentle calming benefits.

• Niacinamide to visibly smooth and refine pores
• Antioxidant extracts to calm and protect irritated skin
• Formulated to lessen redness without harsh actives

How should I use it in my skincare routine?

Apply the moisturizer as the final step in your regimen, morning and/or night. For daytime use, follow with a broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher; at night, it pairs well under targeted acne treatments because it won’t interfere with their absorption.

• Use once or twice daily depending on skin needs
• Apply after serums and treatments, before sunscreen in the morning
• Works under makeup thanks to its non-greasy finish

Is this product suitable for sensitive or blemish-prone skin?

Yes—the formulation is fragrance-free and avoids unnecessary irritants, prioritizing gentle, effective ingredients. It is designed specifically for blemish-prone and reactive skin types that need hydration without exacerbating breakouts.

• Fragrance-free to minimize irritation risk
• Non-comedogenic, crafted for acne-prone complexions
• Contains barrier-supporting ceramides and calming antioxidants

Who is this for: This moisturizer is aimed at people with oily, combination, or acne-prone skin who need dependable hydration without added shine or pore-clogging oils. It suits anyone looking for a lightweight day-and-night cream that supports barrier repair, soothes redness, and layers well with acne treatments and sunscreens. If your priority is restoring balance to stressed or blemish-prone skin while keeping a matte, comfortable finish, Paula's Choice CLEAR Oil-Free Moisturizer is formulated to address those needs with straightforward, science-backed ingredients.

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