Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer

The Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer is for anyone looking to deeply hydrate with a youthful, plump appearance. This lightweight gel-cream is suitable for all skin types but is especially ideal for normal, oily and combination skin. It’s designed for those who are starting to notice signs of sagging, loss of firmness, or persistent expression lines, as well as for those who want to maintain skin’s firmness, resilience and moisture retention over the long term.

The Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer is gluten free, vegan and siloxane free. This product does contain dimethicone, so it’s not considered silicone free.

The subtle sheer pink hue is from soothing vitamin B12 (also known by its cosmetic name, cyanocobalamin). This ingredient does not impart any color onto skin, works on all skin tones and adds to the overall usage experience.

Yes, the lightweight, silky, gel-cream formula can be safely used by those struggling with blemishes and/or clogged pores. It won’t feel thick, occlusive, greasy or slick but will help reverse signs of dehydration that can be common with some blemish medications. To note: there are no contraindications for using this moisturiser with topical prescription products for blemishes; however, we advise discussing the skin care you’re using with your prescribing physician.

Yes, as the Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer does not contain any bio-active ingredients known to be a risk for triggering sensitivity or reactivity. For those who are highly sensitive, we always recommend patch testing in a small area before applying all over. Note that if facial redness is among your primary concerns, the moisturisers in our CALM collection are ideal for you, and you can layer them with our Pro-Collagen Multi-Peptide Booster.

Yes, most people with dry skin will find that this dewy, supremely moisturising formula not only restores plumpness and bounce, but it also delivers lasting hydration to keep dry skin at bay. If your skin is very dry, consider adding a toner after cleansing, like our RESIST Advanced Replenishing Toner, to gently soothe and instantly replenish dry skin with essential nutrients, fatty acids and hyaluronic acid.

The Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer provides superior, long-lasting hydration with its low-molecular hyaluronic acid (hydroxypropyltrimonium hyaluronate). This bio-fermented ingredient, created using the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, forms a smaller molecule that is easily absorbed by the skin. It adheres well to the skin, forming a protective film that prevents water loss, keeping your skin hydrated longer, even after cleansing. Additionally, this sustainable and vegan method eliminates the need to source the ingredient from animals.

Absolutely! The non-pilling, gel-cream texture leaves skin with a satiny finish and smooth base that works beautifully under multiple types of sunscreens, foundations or skin tints with sunscreen.

Yes. You can safely use this moisturiser if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding. If you’re uncertain about starting a new anti-ageing product or a combination of ingredients, check with your healthcare provider and follow their advice.

While Paula’s Choice products are fragrance-free, each product may have a unique scent due to the combination of ingredients it contains. Any noticeable scent will dissipate quickly after application.

The Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer provides an immediate, hydrated, dewy glow with visible improvement in firmness, plumpness and bounce at about 4 weeks.

Yes. The more, the better! Peptides are gentle and highly compatible with skin and have been studied for their safety and efficacy. Each of them works in specific ways to target different needs so using multiple products with signaling peptides is a great way to revitalise skin’s building blocks, keeping it more youthful-looking and resilient longer.

Yes. All Paula’s Choice peptide products, including the Pro-Collagen Plumping Peptide Moisturizer, contain stabilised peptides that are pH-balanced to work skillfully with other products in your routine, including AHAs and BHAs. This allows them to absorb better and deliver benefits more effectively.

Peptide moisturisers work by supporting healthy levels of collage and elastin; two proteins essential for youthful, plump skin. This helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, improves skin texture, promotes hydration and fortifies skin.

The Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer contains a 3X Pro-Collagen Peptide Complex including signaling peptides Oligopeptide-1, Hexapeptide-5, Tridecapeptide-1 that act as intelligent messengers, encouraging skin to look and feel its best.

Yes, you can use a peptide moisturiser every day. For best results you can use this up to twice daily, in the morning and/or at night. For daytime, always follow with a broad-spectrum sunscreen.

You don’t have to choose between the Pro-Collagen Multi-Peptide Booster and the Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer, as both offer unique benefits:

Using both products together can enhance your skin care routine by addressing different aspects of skin health and appearance.

The Pro-Collagen Peptide Plumping Moisturizer may be used/applied at the same time as any other leave-on skin care products.

Yes. Peptides play nicely with other products in your routine including gentle exfoliants (Alpha Hydroxy Acids and Beta Hydroxy Acids), vitamin C, niacinamide, retinoids and more.

When combining multiple bio-active ingredients, we recommend always starting slow, seeing how your skin responds and adjusting usage accordingly.

One ingredient is not better than the other. Peptides and retinol have some overlapping benefits but also offer their own unique benefits, so both are essential in an age repair or age prevention skin care routine.