Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask

Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask
7.0
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
4.0 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants

Review

Does Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask work?

Based on the ingredient list analysis by CreamScan AI, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask:

  • Significant moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 7.0 out of 10.
  • Antioxidant protection.

Perfect moisturizer for normal to dry skin with a relatively lightweight texture

According to CreamScan analysis, Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask is highly moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 7.0 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Butylene Glycol (est. ≈9.0%) and Chondrus Crispus Extract (est. ≈2.9%), and a moderate occlusivity of 4.0 out of 10, mainly due to the high content of Dimethicone (est. ≈6.0%).

This type of moisturizer is ideal for people with normal skin. It combines a high concentration of humectants with a significant amount of occlusive ingredients to deliver effective dual-action moisturizing for normal skin.

This product may also be a good choice for people with normal to dry skin for daily hydration, as it balances significant moisturizing potential with a relatively lightweight texture.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Rich in skin-protecting antioxidants

We estimate that Paula's Choice Super Hydrate Overnight Mask is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract (est. ≈2.5%) and Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract (est. ≈2.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
65
9
6
3
2.9
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Est. %
Water
Function:
Origin:
Butylene Glycol
Function:
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Dimethicone
Function:
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Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
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Chondrus Crispus Extract
Function:
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Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract
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Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract
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Glycerin
Function:
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Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Function:
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Hydrogenated Lecithin
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Pentapeptide-59
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Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
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Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract
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Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
Function:
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Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract
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Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
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Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
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Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil
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Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract
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Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
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Betula Alba Juice
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Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
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Xanthan Gum
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Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
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Myristamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
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Lauroyl Lysine
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Propanediol
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ethylhexylglycerin
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Potassium Sorbate
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Ratings

All humectants
14.6
9
2.9
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
7.9
6.0
1.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
7.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 14.6 10
10.0
9
2.9
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 7.9 20
4.0
6.0
1.3
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
7.0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
2.9
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 14.6 10
10
All humectants
14.6
9
2.9
1.5
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
1.3
0.3
0.3
All occlusives 7.9 20
4.0
All occlusives
7.9
6.0
1.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
None
Total
0
None
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
2.5
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 6.3 3 Rich in antioxidants
All antioxidants
6.3
Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract
2.5
Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract
2
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
0.3
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract
0.3
Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
0.3
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
0.3
Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract
0.3
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.9 5 No
All soothing
0.9
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %65
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %9
Function
Origin
Butylene Glycol

A clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.

Dimethicone
Est. %6
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Est. %3
Function
Origin
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate CopolymerAn emulsion stabilizer and thickener that helps to create a pleasant, satiny, and light formula texture. It works by forming a gel-like network within water or oil, which both stabilizes other ingredients and produces a thickening effect.
Chondrus Crispus Extract
Est. %2.9
Function
Origin
Chondrus Crispus ExtractAn extract from the species of red marine algae called Irish moss or carrageen moss. It is edible and widely used to produce carrageenan, a polysaccharide with humectant moisturizing and soothing properties.
Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract
Est. %2.5
Function
Origin
Rubus Chamaemorus Fruit Extract
Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract
Est. %2
Function
Origin
Ganoderma Lucidum (Mushroom) Extract
Glycerin
Est. %1.5
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter
Est. %1.3
Function
Origin
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) ButterA semi-solid, buttery fat extracted from the seeds of the Shea tree that is a wonderful occlusive and emollient ingredient mainly comprised of fatty acids. Shea butter contains a large amount of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant compounds.
Hydrogenated Lecithin
Est. %1
Function
Origin
Hydrogenated LecithinA version of plain lecithin that has been saturated with hydrogen atoms. This ingredient can be derived from plants, like soy or sunflower, from egg yolks, or made synthetically. Its major function is to emulsify water and oils.
Pentapeptide-59
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pentapeptide-59
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Ginkgo Biloba Leaf ExtractAn antioxidant, astringent and soothing extract derived from Ginkgo biloba tree leaves, a rare Chinese tree that is endangered in the wild, but grown nowadays as a decorative tree in parks. When taken orally, the extract can improve memory and brain function.
Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Terminalia Chebula Fruit Extract
Cassia Angustifolia Seed Polysaccharide
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cassia Angustifolia Seed PolysaccharideAn ingredient obtained from a plant commonly called Senna. Polysaccharides are known to create a mild humectant film on the skin, helping to retain moisture. It can also make the skin appear smooth and contribute to a glowing look.
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Fruit Extract
Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sambucus Nigra Fruit ExtractA soothing extract of elderberries that is packed with astringent tannins and antioxidant anthocyanins.
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Schisandra Chinensis Fruit ExtractAn antioxidant, soothing, and humectant moisturizing extract obtained from Chinese magnolia-vine berries. Its main compounds are soothing and immunomodulatory lignans.
Rhodiola Rosea Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Rhodiola Rosea Root ExtractAn extract from the underground parts of the Golden Root (or Roseroot). It contains antioxidant and anti-pigment flavonoids, proanthocyanidins, and phenylpropanoids.
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root ExtractAn extract from the licorice root. It contains a well-researched anti-inflammatory compound called glycyrrhizin that can reduce inflammation. Licorice root extract is also used for its powerful antioxidant effects and ability to treat pigmentation.
Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Linum Usitatissimum (Linseed) Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive fatty oil pressed from flax seeds. It is the richest source of linolenic fatty acid (it contains up to 50% of it) among vegetable oils.
Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Pelvetia Canaliculata Extract
Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Agastache Mexicana Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Betula Alba Juice
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Betula Alba Juice
Echium Plantagineum Seed Oil
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Echium Plantagineum Seed OilAn emollient and occlusive oil from the Purple Viper’s Bugloss plant. It contains oleic, linoleic, alpha-linolenic acids, as well as very rare polyunsaturated called stearidonic acid. It is suitable for all skin types.
Xanthan Gum
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Xanthan GumA natural multi-functional ingredient that originates from fermented sugars. Xanthan gum acts as a viscosity-building agent to thicken skincare products. It is also an excellent stabilizer and works well to hold other ingredients together.
Synthetic Fluorphlogopite
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Synthetic FluorphlogopiteAlso known as synthetic mica, this ingredient’s best property is its ability to form thin, sheet-like crystals. This gives products (mostly makeup) great slip.
Myristamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Myristamidopropyl PG-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Lauroyl Lysine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Lauroyl LysineA synthetic insoluble powder that improves the texture of a product, leaving the skin silky smooth and absorbing oils and sweat.
Propanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.
Ethylhexylglycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
EthylhexylglycerinA preservative booster derived from glycerin. It is commonly paired with other preservatives to improve their efficacy. Ethylhexylglycerin is also a humectant due to its chemical base of glycerin.
Potassium Sorbate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Potassium SorbateA preservative widely used in food and personal care products, available from natural sources or synthetically produced. Potassium sorbate works by inhibiting the growth of yeasts, molds, and some bacteria.