PCA SKIN Clearskin Lightweight Face Moisturizer for Oily, Acne-Prone Skin — 1.7 oz, Fast-Absorbing Gel-Cream with Niacinamide

PCA SKIN Clearskin Lightweight Face Moisturizer is a fast-absorbing daily cream designed to hydrate oily, acne-prone, combination, and sensitive skin while helping reduce post-breakout discoloration.

This oil-balancing, calming moisturizer combines niacinamide, bisabolol, cucumber extract, and other plant-based ingredients in a lightweight base that soothes and replenishes without heaviness. Free of synthetic dyes, fragrances, and parabens, the formula aims to restore moisture balance and support a more even-looking complexion when used after cleansing and treatment serums. It comes in a 1.7 oz jar and is intended for twice-daily use with a nickel-sized amount.

How does it manage oil and shine without over-drying?

The gel-cream texture absorbs quickly, delivering hydration where skin needs it while avoiding excess residue that can contribute to shine. Niacinamide helps regulate sebum appearance, and hydrating agents restore skin barrier function so oil production can normalize over time.

• Light, non-greasy gel-cream finish that absorbs rapidly
• Niacinamide to support balanced oil appearance
• Moisture-replenishing ingredients that protect the skin barrier

Will it help reduce discolorations left by breakouts?

The formula includes ingredients that target uneven tone and help calm stressed skin, supporting a more uniform look after blemishes fade. While results depend on skin and consistency, regular application helps reduce the visibility of post-acne marks and hyperpigmentation over time.

• Key actives work to promote even skin tone
• Calming extracts reduce irritation that can worsen discoloration
• Best used consistently alongside your acne treatments and sunscreen

Is this suitable for sensitive or acne-prone types?

Yes — the formulation is free from synthetic dyes, added fragrance, and parabens, and includes bisabolol and cucumber extract to soothe sensitivity. It was developed to hydrate without clogging pores, making it a compatible option for irritated, break-out prone, or reactive complexions.

• Paraben-free, fragrance-free, and dye-free for reduced irritation risk
• Soothing bisabolol and plant extracts calm redness
• Non-comedogenic, lightweight texture for acne-prone skin

How do I add Clearskin Moisturizer to my routine?

Use after cleansing and any treatment serums, morning and evening. Apply a nickel-sized amount and gently smooth across the face; follow with sunscreen during the day to protect healing skin and prevent further discoloration.

• Use after cleanser and targeted serums for best results
• Apply morning and night, a small amount is sufficient
• Always follow daytime use with broad-spectrum SPF

Who is this for: PCA SKIN Clearskin Lightweight Face Moisturizer is aimed at people seeking a light, calming hydrator that supports oil-control and helps fade post-breakout discoloration. It is especially suited to those with normal, oily, combination, acne-prone, or sensitive skin who want a quick-absorbing daily cream without fragrance, synthetic dyes, or parabens. Ideal as part of a balanced skincare regimen that includes cleansing, targeted treatments, and daily sun protection.

Ingredients

Water, Ethylhexyl Isononanoate, Niacinamide, Glycereth-26, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Butylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Carbomer, Polyisobutene, Caprylyl Glycol, Bisabolol, PEG-7 Trimethylolpropane Coconut Ether, Sodium Hydroxide, Ethylhexylglycerin, Hexylene Glycol, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Hyaluronate, Retinyl Palmitate, Glycerin, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract