5% Vitamin C Sheer Facial Moisturizer SPF 50
Paula's Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Facial Moisturizer SPF 50 scores 6.8/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
UV protection
One of the most effective humectants
Acid compound
Score breakdown
Estimated — based on ingredient analysis. Scores refine as user reviews are added.
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes Paula's Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Facial Moisturizer SPF 50 stand out
Paula's Choice 5% Vitamin C Sheer Facial Moisturizer SPF 50 is a solid moisturiser with an overall score of 6.8/9.8. it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Octisalate (5%), Glycerin, Ascorbyl Glucoside — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5).
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
Key ingredients
- ✶Octisalate (5%)
UV protection — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Ascorbyl Glucoside
Works on your skin — #9 in the INCI list
- ✶Dimethicone
Softens and smooths — #10 in the INCI list
- ✶Propanediol
Draws in moisture — #11 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
28 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Works on your skin5
- Keeps the product fresh4
- UV protection3
- Draws in moisture3
- Softens and smooths3
- Holds the formula together3
- Added colour3
- Other ingredient2
- Formula balancers2