Product review
Paula's Choice Omega+ Complex Moisturizer
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When an oil alone isn't enough, a squalane moisturizer picks up the slack. Paula's Choice folds squalane into a fragrance-free cream with omega-3/6/9 chia and flaxseed oils and shea butter, so you get the emollient plus a proper barrier-repair cream in one step.
It's aimed at dry and sensitive skin, and it delivers: richer than a plain oil, fragrance-free, and comfortable under makeup. Squalane is one of several actives rather than the star, but it's meaningfully present and the whole complex works together.
If your skin runs oily, this may feel too rich, and if you specifically want single-ingredient squalane, buy the oil instead. For dry skin that wants cushion, it's our squalane moisturizer pick.
The specs
A fragrance-free cream with squalane, omega-3/6/9 chia and flaxseed oils, and shea butter for barrier repair.
Fragrance-free and formulated for dry, sensitive skin; richer than a plain oil.
What we like
- Squalane within a full omega + shea barrier complex
- Fragrance-free, aimed at dry and sensitive skin
- A proper moisturizer, not just an oil
Keep in mind
- Squalane is one of several actives
- Richer texture may be too much for oily skin
Who should skip it: Skip it if your skin is oily or you specifically want a single-ingredient squalane oil.
Frequently asked questions
Is Paula's Choice Omega+ Complex fragrance-free?
Yes. It's a fragrance-free moisturizer aimed at dry and sensitive skin, combining squalane with omega fatty acids and shea butter.
Is Omega+ Complex good for oily skin?
It's a richer barrier cream, so oily skin may find it too heavy. Oily skin is usually better served by a lightweight 100% squalane oil.