"Paula's choice - Clinical Ceramide-Enriched Firming Moisturiser" is a well-rounded moisturizing product. This moisturizer uses a good combo of humectants and emollients. These both types of ingredients are essentials for improving the skin hydration and keeping the skin barrier healthy. Panthenol, carnosine, glycerin, sodium pca and butylene glycol in this product (humectants) attract water molecules to the upper layer of the skin (the water comes from the outside air or from the deeper layers of the skin if the air is dry). Caprooyl phytosphingosine, ceramide eop, ceramide np, ceramide ns and cholesterol in this product help decrease the water evoporation from the skin, so that it stays hydrated for longer. These ingredients also soften the skin and take away the feeling of tightness and dryness. Show
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Irritation riskThere are some common irritants in this product, including ingredients that do not have benefits for the skin. We assess the overall irritancy of this moisturizer to be medium. For a detailed overview of all potential irritants: You can see the detailed formula review with the breakdown of all actives in the product and the full ingredient list with estimated concentrations in the tables below. PriceThe product retails from 47.60£ up to 56.00£ in the United Kingdom and for 63.00$ in the United States. Our most advanced night cream with 5 ceramides, vitamin C and 0.1% retinol to tackle signs of ageing.
Skin Type: + All skin types Full size 50 ml How does it work?
Harness the power of ceramides to visibly improve the signs of ageingThis advanced night cream delivers a cocktail of powerful ingredients to fight the signs of ageing. Our unique CollagenSupport Complex with hydrating ceramides reduces fine lines and wrinkles; retinol improves firmness and vitamin C restores radiance. These ingredients are vital in rebuilding skin’s natural barrier, for healthier, younger-looking skin.  WE KNOW SKIN. Find out if this formula works for you.Because skincare works best when it suits your skin type. What is your skin type?WE KNOW SKIN.Wash your face with a gentle cleanser and wait 15-30 minutes. Select what you see and how you feel. Select your skin type(optional) Normal Skin No signs of tightness or oilyness.Dry Skin My skin feels tight and may have a flaky area.Combination Skin I have an oily T-zone and normal to dry everywhere else.Oily Skin My skin looks shiny and feels sleek to the touch. What skin concern would you like to address?WE KNOW SKIN.(Please select one option). Rosacea-prone skin(optional) Keratosis Pilaris(optional) What's inside?Key ingredientsCeramidesCeramides Major components of skin’s outer layers, necessary for their water-retention capacity and provide replenishing and restoring benefits. Retinol (Vitamin A)Retinol Powerhouse ingredient that can improve a variety of skin concerns, most related to visible signs of ageing: It’s skin-restoring, wrinkle-smoothing, an antioxidant and improves sun damage. Vitamin CVitamin C One of the most well-researched vitamins for skin, shown to improve the look of multiple signs of ageing, brighten uneven skin tone, as well as provide skin-restoring and soothing benefits. The full ingredient list:Ingredients: Aqua, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate (vitamin C/antioxidant), Cetyl Alcohol (emollient), Ascorbyl Glucoside (vitamin C/antioxidant), Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate (texture enhancer), Potassium Cetyl Phosphate (emulsifier), Glyceryl Stearate (texture enhancer), PEG-100 Stearate (texture enhancer), Glycerin (hydration), PEG-12 Glyceryl Dimyristate (texture enhancer), Bis-Diglyceryl Polyacyladipate-2 (emollient), Dimethicone (hydration), Glyceryl Ascorbate (vitamin C/antioxidant), Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate (vitamin C/antioxidant), Retinol (skin-restoring), Ceramide NP (skin-replenishing ingredient), Ceramide NS (skin-replenishing ingredient), Ceramide AP (skin-replenishing ingredient), Ceramide EOP (skin-replenishing ingredient), Ceramide EOS (skin-replenishing ingredient), Cholesterol (skin-replenishing ingredient), Caprooyl Phytosphingosine (skin-replenishing ingredient), Caprooyl Sphingosine (skin-replenishing ingredient), Squalane (emollient), Punica Granatum Fruit Extract (pomegranate antioxidant), Pongamia Glabra Seed Oil (non-fragrant plant oil), Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract (skin-soothing), Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Extract (antioxidant), Tocopheryl Acetate (vitamin E/antioxidant), Carnosine (skin-restoring), Panthenol (hydration), Sodium PCA (skin-replenishing), Butylene Glycol (texture enhancer), Sodium Citrate (pH adjuster), Ceteareth-25 (emulsifier), Polysorbate 20 (emulsifier), Ethylhexyl Stearate (texture enhancer), Sodium Hydroxide (pH adjuster), Trideceth-6 (emulsifier), Propyl Gallate (antioxidant), Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer (texture enhancer), Sodium Polyacrylate (film-forming agent), Behenic Acid (texture enhancer), Disodium EDTA (chelating agent), Phenoxyethanol (preservative), Caprylyl Glycol (preservative), Chlorphenesin (preservative). How to useStep 5 Moisturisers Ceramide-Enriched MoisturiserHow to use a moisturiser A night moisturiser is the last step in your evening routine. Apply the moisturiser liberally to your face after cleansing, toning, exfoliating and applying an antioxidant serum or targeted treatment . Here's a step-by-step of your morning & evening skincare application. Step 1: Cleanser Wet your face and apply a small amount with gentle, circular motions. Rinse well. To remove heavy makeup, repeat or use with a clean, wet washcloth. Step 2: Toner With your fingertips or a cotton pad, gently apply over the face and neck. Do not rinse. Step 3 Exfoliants Gently apply with your fingertips or a cotton pad over the face and neck, including the eye area (avoid lash line and eyelids). Do not rinse. Start slowly: Apply every other day and note your skin's response. Then use up to twice daily. Step 4 Treatments Dispense a pearl-sized amount to your hand and apply once or twice daily to the face, neck and eye area. Step 5 Moisturisers Use a day moisturiser as the last step in your morning skincare routine and apply liberally at least 15 minutes before stepping into sun exposure. As always, it's best to reapply every two hours once the skin has been exposed to direct sunlight. For a night moisturiser, apply a small amount once or twice daily to the face and neck.
ReviewsFAQMost asked What is the CollagenSupport Complex?The CollagenSupport Complex combines the skin-replenishing properties of ceramides with retinol for strengthening support and several forms of vitamin C to help defend against environmental stressors and promote firmer skin. Together, this complex provides the essential building blocks for skin to renew itself and restore its natural barrier. How do Clinical products differ from Resist or other Paula’s Choice product categories?Clinical products offer more enhanced, targeted formulations for specific concerns such as advanced signs of ageing, dehydration or sun damage. Ultimately, it’s a matter of what will suit your needs best. It’s perfectly fine to assemble an anti-ageing routine that mixes Resist, Clinical and any other Paula’s Choice Skincare line that addresses your skin type and concerns. What are ceramides?Ceramides are a natural, fundamental part of skin that helps maintain precise levels of hydration, allowing skin to have a smooth, even surface. They’re critical for holding skin together (think bricks and mortar), protecting it from dehydration, signs of sensitivity and environmental damage that chips away at skin’s protective surface. Ceramides are the most abundant part of skin, making up over 50% of its composition. As we age, the level of ceramides in our skin begins to decrease. As a result, the skin barrier weakens, which can lead to symptoms such as irritation, dryness, and redness. Skincare products that contain ceramides (and other skin beneficial ingredients) can help improve these symptoms. Can it be used around the eyes?This moisturiser can be used on the cheekbones and the under eye area. Avoid your lips, eyelids, lash lines and the corners of the eyes, as these areas are a bit more sensitive and the retinol in the product might cause irritation in these areas. Is this product suitable for rosacea-prone or sensitive skin?This moisturiser is suitable for rosacea-prone and sensitive skin. In fact, as we age, the level of ceramides in the skin decreases. As a result, the skin’s barrier weakens which can lead to things like irritation, dryness and redness. Ceramides along with other skin replenishing/soothing ingredients can help reduce these concerns. Because this product contains retinol, people with rosacea-prone or sensitive skin should start with applying the product 2-3 times per week. Allow the skin to acclimate and then increase as needed/desired. How does it differ from Clinical Ultra Rich Moisturizer?Clinical Ceramide-Enriched Firming Moisturizer is an anti-ageing hero. It has our unique CollagenSupport Complex with hydrating ceramides to fight fine lines and wrinkles, skin-restoring retinol to improve firmness and antioxidant vitamin C to leave skin more radiant. A lightweight lotion to tackle advanced signs of aging. Clinical Ultra Rich Moisturizer also contains anti-ageing ingredients but is more nourishing. It is formulated with replenishing ingredients that strengthen the skin’s barrier to prevent moisture loss and help skin to repair itself. This rich cream helps very dry and eczema-prone skin feel soft and smooth again. Ingredient spotlightWhat are ceramides and how do they help skin?Read more BeautypediaDiscover quizzes, guides & articlesSee all articles Complete your routineResearchNutrients, August 2017, ePublication International Journal of Cosmetic Science, May 2017, pages 824-834 Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, December 2016, pages 549-558 Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, June 2015, pages 1,501-1,509 Journal of Investigative Dermatology, May-June 2016, issue 1—3, pages 279-287 Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, May 2014, pages AB26; and November 2012, pages 1,103–1,024 Journal of Ethnopharmacology, November 2013, pages 395-420 Indian Dermatology Online Journal, April-June 2013 pages 143-146 Dermatologic Therapy, May 2007, pages 606–612 Clinical Interventions in Aging, 2006, pages 327–348 |
