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2 in 1 Moisturizer & SunscreenPaula's Choice
Essential Glow Moisturizer SPF 30A moisturizer with spf built around Lactic acid and Panthenol, for barrier repair and hydration.
A moisturizer with spf built around Mineral sunscreen and Vitamin C derivative, for barrier repair and smoothing.
Brand price
INR 374.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
USD 31.20 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
At a Glance
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Key Ingredients
Mineral sunscreen1
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Chemical sunscreen4
Organic UV filters that absorb UV and release it as heat.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone
Sunscreen5
Any ingredient acting as a UV filter.
Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol
Mineral sunscreen2
Uses zinc oxide or titanium dioxide to absorb and scatter UV rays.
Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Benefits
Hydrating10
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Glutamic Acid, Glycerin, Panthenol, PCA, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Lactate, Sodium PCA, Squalane
Barrier Repair12
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Betaine, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Cetearyl Olivate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Diheptyl Succinate, Glycerin, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Propylene Glycol, Squalane
Smoothing8
Refines rough or uneven texture.
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Olivate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Diheptyl Succinate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Sodium Lactate, Squalane
Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Butylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Tocopherol
Barrier Repair20
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Actinidia Chinensis Fruit Extract, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Glyceryl Stearate, Glycine Soja Sterols, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Isononyl Isononanoate, Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Niacinamide, Resveratrol, Tetrapeptide-30, Tocopherol, Zinc Oxide
Reduces Irritation3
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis10
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Butyloctyl Salicylate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Cetearyl Olivate, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Glyceryl Dibehenate, Phospholipids, Polyglyceryl-2 Isostearate/Dimer Dilinoleate Copolymer, Polysorbate 80, Sorbitan Olivate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis12
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Aluminum Stearate, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Ceteareth-20, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glyceryl Stearate, Laureth-7, Lecithin, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris3
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Ingredients Side-by-side
Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract
Skin Conditioning
Humectant
Water (in both products)
Skin Conditioning
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate (in both products)
Emollient
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Emollient
Emollient
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- Fatty alcohol
- Fatty alcohols (Malassezia)
- May Trigger Acne
- May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →Water
Antiplaque, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Aqua (EU),Deionized Water,Distilled Water,Micromatrix Fractile AN,Onsen-Sui (JPN),Purified Water
Learn more about Water →Phenoxyethanol
Antimicrobial, Preservative
Phenoxyethanol is the aromatic ether alcohol that conforms to the formula:
Learn more about Phenoxyethanol →Ethylhexylglycerin
Deodorant, Skin Conditioning
Ethylhexylglycerin is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Ethylhexylglycerin →Sodium Gluconate
Chelating, Skin Conditioning
Sodium gluconate
Learn more about Sodium Gluconate →C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate
Antimicrobial, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate →Phospholipids
Skin Conditioning
Phospholipids isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about Phospholipids →Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Learn more about Butylene Glycol →Xanthan Gum
Binding, Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming, Skin Conditioning, Cleansing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling
Xanthan gum
Learn more about Xanthan Gum →
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