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Paula's Choice Defense Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30

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42.00€


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Image 2 - A hand is holding a tube of Essential Glow Moisturizer with a pink background, and the visible text includes Protect & Glow, Brightens skin for dewy glow, Light cream for easy application, Protects using mineral sun filters, and the tube size is 60 ml / 2 fl. oz.
Image 3 - Image shows a skincare products ingredients description on a pink background, detailing kiwi rich in antioxidants, licorice root extract as a potent antioxidant and skin-soothing agent, and argan oil with skin-softening properties, with the text Whats inside at the top.
Image 4 - Image shows a tube of Essential Glow Moisturizer with a creamy texture being poured out, accompanied by graphics indicating skin concerns such as anti-ageing, dull skin, sensitive skin, and anti-pollution; text includes Essential Glow Moisturizer Broad Spectrum SPF 30 WITH KIWI + LICORICE INSTANTLY ILLUMINATES HYDRATES WHAT MATTERS.
Image 5 - Image of a tube of sunscreen against a coral background, with a dollop of the product beside it; the text advises to apply a liberal amount to face and neck 15 minutes before sun exposure, reapply throughout the day, and wait 1-2 minutes before applying makeup.
Image 6 - Image shows three skincare products from Paulas Choice: a dark gray bottle labeled 6% Mandelic Acid and 2% Lactic Acid Liquid Exfoliant, a black bottle labeled 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant with salicylic acid, and a red tube labeled Essential Glow Moisturizer with SPF 30; the text includes Treatments Work Harder With EXFOLIATION, Unclog Pores OR Brighten & smooth, and Protect & glow.

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Great moisturiser.

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

This is moisturising and lightweight for a mineral SPF. It has a glowy finish, doesn't leave white cast and doesn't sting the eyes. 

by Jane

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Okay, but not worth it

3 stars out of a maximum of 5

I have a Paula's Choice body moisturizer that I love, so I hoped this would be equally as great. Unfortunately I found that although the product is quite thick, it doesn't rub in well, and then it leaves a white cast. Not my favorite product for this price.

by Alexandra

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Expensive for what it is

3 stars out of a maximum of 5

This is okay. It’s very pricey for what it is, I don’t feel like it moisturises my skin and leaves residue as well. It’s an okay moisturiser but not amazing 

by Heather

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It's more of a sunscreen than face cream

3 stars out of a maximum of 5

You can definitely tell from the texture that it's first and foremost a sunscreen. It also has a super white cast so you don't want to use more than a pea size for your face. It also leaves a weird texture for make up on top. If I was just at the beach with mascara and nothing else I would use it but definitely not a face cream I want to use everyday.

by Alexandra

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Not too thick

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

I used to hate using spf on my face and it feeling like suncream with the sticky layer left on your skin all day. I love this spf, it absorbs into the skin just like a moisturiser and doesn’t feel sticky after 

by Kirsty

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Good!

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

I bought this to use as a moisturising sunscreen and it does the job very well. I have combination skin and do not need an additional a.m. moisturiser when using this. I have pale skin so it blends perfectly and doesn't leave any white residue. It gives a lovely glow after application but this doesn't last for very long. Haven't experienced any pilling or flaking.

by Amber

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Very decent

4 stars out of a maximum of 5

SPF is one of the most important steps in your routine, and to build consistency you need to find one you like wearing. This is that for me.I have skin that would be dry if I didn’t use an amazing thick moisturizer plus hyaluronic acid and this gives me a top up. I’m not sure what it would be like on its own, but I see this as a sunscreen. Since I’ve been using it (and in combination with the moisturiser and hyaluronic) I don’t tend to get dark marks from blemishes and any I do get fade very quickly - so I think it’s working!The texture is quite thick and has the typical slightly chalky look of a mineral sunscreen. I’m mixed race so have a tanned NC43 skin tone and although this leaves a slight white cast I’ve come to accept that in a decent physical sunscreen. For those who don’t like it, there are other chemical sunscreens.This sunscreen also gives a nice glow and goes on really well over a moisturiser and under makeup. Just don’t let it dry out because after that if you disturb it, it will start to pill. But again, we all know we shouldn’t be touching our faces anyway so I don’t see this as a dealbreaker.I did knock a point off for the two downsides but overall it’s a very good sunscreen for those with normal to dry skin, and is a staple part of my routine.

by Glittergirl

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Not for tanned/darker skin

1 stars out of a maximum of 5

This leaves a white chalky residue once applied. I have Indian ski so it looks ridiculous. Would not recommend. 

by TS

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Flakey

3 stars out of a maximum of 5

I bought this as part of the trio set, I absolutely love this product. It applies nicely and sinks into my skin quite effortlessly and looks stunning on my skin. However, I cannot give it 5 stars due to the fact that after a couple of hours of wear it starts to flake on my face and around my eyes which is really disappointing. 

by Laura

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So glowy!

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

Great spf that works well with other skincare for a beautiful glowy finish and great underneath makeup as well. Using this before dr Jarts colour correcting treatment leaves you with flawless skin highly recommended 

by Courtney

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