- “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
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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
10% Azelaic Acid Booster"The Paula's Choice Azelaic Acid Booster it's a great option."$36.00
CellularYouth Longevity Serum"What this does do is it really helps to strengthen my skin's barrier."$72.00
Clinical PRO Retinaldehyde Dual-Retinoid Treatment"I'm a few months shy of my second year consistently using this."$68.00
Pro-Collagen Peptide Firming Eye Gel Serum"This was such a great eye cream for daytime use."$55.00
Discoloration Repair Serum"This is nave safe."$39.00
CLINICAL 1% Retinol Treatment"This is one that I cannot use every single night. I have to use this one like three times a week at night."$65.00
CALM Repairing Serum"I really love this one."$69.00
25% Vitamin C + Glutathione Clinical Serum"I love the fact that it's an airless pump."-Browse More
- “The Paula's Choice Azelaic Acid Booster it's a great option”
- Source: Best skincare for redness from rosacea - Jul 17, 2024
- “I feel like it's done a little something something, although it's only been 2 days”3:50–3:56
- Source: 12-hour wear test of new Dior, Huda Beauty, and OneSize products - May 7, 2026
- “Right now, I'm using azelaic acid”1:27–1:34
- Source: 10 more high-end sephora makeup products you actually need (2026) | part 2 - Jun 11, 2026
- “What this does do is it really helps to strengthen my skin's barrier”9:28–9:33
- “I've been using it again the same as with the essence after micro-needling to really soothe, to moisturize the skin, to repair it, to help repair it, and it has been great at that”9:30–9:38
- “When it comes to how it feels, it feels great”
- “I think if you're thinking of barrier strengthening, hydration, plumpiness, this is the way to go”10:04–10:09
- Source: March 2026 Beauty Favorites - 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'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
- “This was such a great eye cream for daytime use”40:37–40:42
- “It just feels nice and cooling”40:44–40:47
- “This does have a thicker gel consistency that actually absorbs into the skin as well”41:02–41:06
- “I felt like it smoothed out my under eyes really nicely”41:17–41:24
- “I always looked forward to using this”41:14–41:20
- Source: Beauty empties 2026: skincare, makeup, haircare & bodycare - Jan 29, 2026
- “This is nave safe”11:31–11:31
- “It does contain tranexemic acid”16:12–16:14
- “It is £46 so it is an expensive product”16:17–16:17
- “I love the product. I love the packaging”16:21–16:23
- Source: Best & worst dark mark serums - Oct 13, 2025
- “This is one that I cannot use every single night. I have to use this one like three times a week at night”14:14–14:19
- “It's definitely effective”14:21–14:25
- “My skin will get way too sensitive if I use it every single night”14:21–14:27
- Source: Amazon Prime Day 2026 deals I actually own and love - Jun 24, 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
- “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
Brand note
Paula's Choice is the brand you turn to when you want science-backed formulas that actually do what they say — no fragrance, no fuss, just effective actives. Their Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant is the standout here, a go-to for smoothing texture and clearing congestion, though it's strong enough that you shouldn't use it daily. The trade-off across the line is that some products, like the CellularYouth Longevity Serum, can feel overpriced for what they deliver, so you'll want to pick based on your specific concern rather than buying blind.
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