Paula's Choice Pro-Collagen Multi-Peptide Booster for combination skin

6x Peptide Complex
Sodium Hyaluronate
Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract
Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
High
- SuperiorCombination Skin Fit
- HighEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
A great choice for combination skin; a few serums fit it even better.
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2025
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Excellent suitability for your combination skin is provided by Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate, which offer humectant action, alongside peptides like Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 and Sh-Polypeptide-121 that support collagen stimulation and skin structure.
- The formula offers moderate benefits for oily shine by supporting skin hydration without exacerbating oiliness, thanks to the inclusion of peptides such as Palmitoyl Tripeptide-72 Amide.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your combination skin due to the absence of harsh ingredients and the presence of soothing components.
How to apply
- Use your serum as part of your PM routine. Start using it 3 times a week and move to daily use if your skin likes it.
- Apply the serum after cleansing and toner, and right before your moisturizer.
- Gently press 2-3 drops of the serum into your skin and wait a minute ⏳for it to soak in.
- Apply the serum on clean and dry skin since your skin is not sensitive.
- Always do a patch test before using the serum for the first time, and avoid the eye area .
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 600+ reviewsUsers report this lightweight gel booster provides immediate plumping and hydration, often improving skin texture and softening fine lines overnight. While it is highly effective for firming and layering, a moderate number of users found the scent and price to be drawbacks, and a low number experienced breakouts or redness.
Highlights
Plumps and firms Mostly Mentioned
- “skin looks plumper”
- “immediate firming benefit”
- “complexion look bouncier”
- “felt skin plumping up”
Hydrates and glows Often Mentioned
- “instantly hydrates”
- “gives a nice glow”
- “leaves skin supple”
- “soft and smooth”
Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
- “melts into skin effortlessly”
- “lightweight gel formula”
- “layers seamlessly”
- “absorbs instantly”
Expensive for size Often Mentioned
- “price is astronomical”
- “bottle size is smaller”
- “bit pricey”
- “doesn't last long”
Smooths lines Sometimes Noted
- “wrinkle on forehead softened”
- “makeup no longer creases”
- “lines appear smoother”
- “blur lines”
Messy packaging Sometimes Noted
- “dropper can be unpredictable”
- “release far more than desired”
- “messy”
- “hard to control”
Unpleasant scent Sometimes Noted
- “smell like a mildewy rag”
- “unpleasant mop-like odor”
- “made me gag”
- “scent is off-putting”
Caused breakouts Rarely Noted
- “caused redness in cheek”
- “break out very badly”
- “closed comedones”
- “not for sensitive skin”
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Questions and answers
What makes Pro-Collagen Multi-Peptide Booster a great fit for combination skin?
This booster is a great fit because glycerin and sodium hyaluronate draw in moisture, while peptides help support skin structure and collagen without making oily areas shiny. It also has a very safe formula that is unlikely to cause irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2025
Which ingredients make this booster a good fit for combination skin?
This booster is a great fit for combination skin because it features glycerin and sodium hyaluronate to keep skin soft and hydrated without extra oiliness. It also includes helpful peptides like Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 and Sh-Polypeptide-121 that support skin firmness and overall structure.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2025
What does Peptide Complex do for combination skin?
Peptide Complex helps hydrate combination skin, improve elasticity, and smooth the look of lines with daily use. It is unlikely to cause irritation and may also help firm the skin over time.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2023
What does Hyaluronic Acid do for combination skin?
Hyaluronic acid is a great fit for combination skin because it quenches dry areas with a boost of hydration while keeping oily zones balanced. Regular use helps smooth out fine lines and makes your skin feel soft and plump without causing irritation.
Dermatology and Therapy, 2021Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011
Where does this booster go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This booster goes in the evening routine, placed after cleansing and before moisturizing. Putting treatments in the evening helps keep things simple and provides extra safety around sun exposure.
Can I use this booster with retinol, and in what order?
Yes, you can use this booster with retinol by applying the booster first and following with your retinol treatment. This layering is unlikely to cause irritation because the formula is gentle and designed to support hydration and skin structure safely.
How often should I use this booster?
This booster is a great fit for your combination skin and is best used in the evening routine. It helps hydrate dry areas without making oily zones shiny, and it is unlikely to cause any irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2025
Can this booster clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This booster is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts for your combination skin because it has a very low risk of breakouts and uses gentle, soothing ingredients that keep your skin calm. Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate help provide deep hydration without adding extra oiliness.
Is this booster fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Supramolecular collagen nanoparticles composed of lactoferrin, recombinant human collagen, and palmitoyl tripeptide-5 improved transdermal efficiency by 69.90% and demonstrated moisturizing, whitening, wrinkle reduction, and firming effects.
Colloids and Surfaces. B, Biointerfaces, 2025Topical hyaluronic acid filler serum combined with Botulinum toxin type A lengthened the duration of the toxin's effect in reducing wrinkles compared to Botulinum toxin type A alone.
Dermatologic Therapy, 2022A cosmetic cream with 6% standardized wild apple fruit extract and a conventional emulsifier demonstrated stable antioxidant activity of 19.25 %RSC, increased skin moisturization, and a decreased melanin index by -31.40 without causing skin irritation.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2019Dermocosmetic creams containing 6%, 12%, and 15% of standardized wild apple fruit ultrasonic extract increased skin hydration proportionally to extract concentration after 28 days of application on healthy volunteers without altering transepidermal water loss or skin pH.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019Topical moisturizers improved skin barrier function and surface moisture, while a postbiotic moisturizer with yeast extract uniquely supported microbiome balance and modulated biomarkers of skin barrier, structure, and inflammation in participants and ex vivo explants exposed to environmental aggressors.
Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2023A maintenance therapy with a cosmeceutical formulation containing hydroxyphenoxy propionic acid, ellagic acid, yeast extract, and salicylic acid over 20 weeks significantly improved even skin tone, spot intensity, spot size, and overall hyperpigmentation in 33 healthy subjects with moderate facial dyspigmentation.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2015A methanol yeast extract increases proliferation and migration while decreasing entrance into senescence and apoptosis phases in 3T3 fibroblast cells.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2014Topical formulations containing 1.25% Malus sp. extract or 0.75% rutin protected against UVB-induced sunburn cells, caspase-3 activation, cyclobutane pyrimidine dimers, lipid peroxidation, and metalloproteinase formation in ex vivo skin explants and 3D tissue-engineered skin.
Rejuvenation Research, 2020
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Pentylene Glycol, Hydrolyzed Yeast Extract, Pyrus Malus Fruit Extract, Dimethicone, Propanediol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glyceryl Glucoside, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-72 Amide, Sh-Polypeptide-121, Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Tridecapeptide-1, Polyglucuronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, C9-12 Alkane, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Tetradecyl Aminobutyroylvalylaminobutyric Urea Trifluoroacetate, Polygonum Bistorta Root Extract, Bacillus Ferment, Lecithin, Sodium Phytate, Coco-Caprylate Caprate, Hexylene Glycol, Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Caprylyl Glycol, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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