- “The Paula's Choice Azelaic Acid Booster it's a great option”
- Source: Best skincare for redness from rosacea - Jul 17, 2024
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10% Azelaic Acid Booster"The Paula's Choice Azelaic Acid Booster it's a great option."$36.00
7% Ectoin + Hyaluronic Acid Milky Hydrating Face Serum"I was initially less interested in this because it didn't sound as active as the other boosters. But after trying it once, I realized it was worthy."$44.00
Clinical PRO Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid Treatment"I'm a few months shy of my second year consistently using this."$68.00
25% Vitamin C + Glutathione Clinical Serum"I love the fact that it's an airless pump."-
CellularYouth Longevity Serum"This is an interesting product that has a whole host of novel ingredients that really help to support youthful skin."$72.00
CALM Repairing Serum"I really love this one."$69.00
CLEAR Regular Strength Daily Skin Clearing Treatment"Another favorite for years has been the daily skin clearing treatment from Paula's Choice. This is a 2.5% benzoyl peroxide."$22.00Browse more
- “Right now, I'm using azelaic acid”1:27–1:34
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- “I feel like it's done a little something something, although it's only been 2 days”3:50–3:56
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- “I was initially less interested in this because it didn't sound as active as the other boosters. But after trying it once, I realized it was worthy”6:44–6:50
- “This is all about hydration, and I mean deeply, deeply hydrating the skin”6:53–7:01
- “This has a beautifully rich texture”
- “This is definitely one of those serums that just make an immediate difference from the moment I apply it”7:35–7:40
- “I can feel the way the skin is just so much smoother, soothed, and just really, really deeply hydrated”7:40–7:48
- “It's got a nice kind of dewiness to it as well”7:48–7:53
- “This isn't one of those heavy, greasy formulas that just kind of sit heavily on your skin surface”7:51–7:57
- “One of you mentioned in the comments that it was like a miracle worker for the necklines. Yes, it plumps everything out”7:58–8:03
- Source: My 2025 skincare favorites - Jan 11, 2026
- “I'm a few months shy of my second year consistently using this”11:05–11:09
- “This is my collagen stimulating product of choice”11:07–11:15
- “This simplified my routine, but it also cleared up my skin in a really, really good way”12:21–12:26
- “A way I was not expecting it to”
- “My skin is so much clearer”12:36–12:38
- “I'll get some hormonal acne here or there, but it's just so chill”12:39–12:43
- “The price is high, but I'm willing to pay for it because of all the benefits that I just listed”12:41–12:47
- “I see it in the mirror, and it does give me pizzazz and bang for my buck”12:49–12:53
- Source: Sitting down with my skincare empties (honest thoughts) - May 12, 2026
- “I've been using this one for, um, going on close to 2 years now at this point”9:13–9:20
- “It's been my main retinoid for a while”9:20–9:26
- Source: How I'm aging well beyond skincare - Apr 23, 2026
- “I love the fact that it's an airless pump”14:37–14:40
- “Positives are it is tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate, which I love. It's a fat-soluble vitamin C, which goes into the dermis to stimulate collagen”14:59–15:03
- “It's safe, no denatured alcohol, no fragrance, no essential oils”15:28–15:30
- “There are other antioxidants in this product, which is brilliant”15:32–15:34
- “It's got glycerin in it, too, so a humectant. So, it's done a lot right”
- “The only downside for me probably is the high price point. So, it's £61 for 30 mils. But, if you can afford it, it's a wonderful, wonderful vitamin C, definitely Dr. V approved”15:40–15:42
- Source: Best & Worst Vitamin C for Skin of Colour - Mar 22, 2026
- “This is an interesting product that has a whole host of novel ingredients that really help to support youthful skin”8:11–8:17
- “It's not that powerful”
- “This would be more of that supportive serum that you use in addition to those types of products to support healthy skin overall”8:31–8:37
- “This serum is so freaking expensive. It's like $80. It makes no sense”8:41–8:48
- “I can't see the justification for why it costs so much money”8:48–8:53
- “I liked it”8:53–8:57
- “I have a hard time wholeheartedly recommending it because of that”8:58–9:03
- “It's nice, but it's probably not necessary, especially at that price and especially in this economy”9:08–9:12
- Source: Sitting down with my skincare empties (honest thoughts) - May 12, 2026
- “I really love this one”7:52–7:55
- “When my skin just gets a little irritated, especially during the winter time”7:54–7:58
- “This is a great calming and hydrating serum that provides kind of that nourishment that is not super heavy that I can layer on before my moisturizer”7:58–8:04
- “This is an antioxidant rich serum that helps to soothe and hydrate sensitive skin, reduce redness at the same time, and strengthen your skin barrier”8:06–8:13
- “Contains hyaluronic acid, ceramides, feverfew extract that calms and soothes along with licorice root and beta glucan”8:14–8:21
- Source: Skincare routine for sensitive and rosacea-prone skin by a dermatologist - May 1, 2025
- “Another favorite for years has been the daily skin clearing treatment from Paula's Choice. This is a 2.5% benzoyl peroxide”56:09–56:14
- “I use this all in this area. This is where I like get the most breakouts because again, that's like the hormonal zone”56:18–56:25
- “This is only 2.5% benzoyl peroxide. You don't need the 10% in order to get the effectiveness”56:25–56:33
- “It really is. As far as actives, specifically for my hormonal breakouts, this has been the most consistently effective for me”56:39–56:44
- “I really could not highly recommend it enough if you get those really nodule like cystic kind of breakouts the way that I do”56:46–56:51
- Source: Best of beauty 2025 - Dec 30, 2025
Brand note
Paula's Choice is a research-driven skincare brand that focuses on targeted, active-based formulas for specific concerns like acne, aging, and sensitivity. The Clinical PRO Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid Treatment is a standout for those wanting a potent retinoid that simplifies routines and delivers clear, smooth skin over time, though it comes at a higher price. The brand's strength is its evidence-backed approach, but some products can be pricey for what they offer, and not every formula justifies the cost.
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