Product Rating:   (16 reviews)
Huge usage required for very oily skin
This comes along with my CLEAR anti-acne set for free, and I've used 3 packs already. I just use it since I get them for free, but I wouldn't pay for this product on my own. First off, packaging is awkward just like someone reviewed below. I am not fond of this securing "strap", and it is hard to pull out desired amount of papers. While these papers might be handy for people with normal to "a bit" oily skin, it would be a huge waste for people with excessive amount of oil. I'd have to overlap 3-4 papers and use that all at once. And, I'd have to repeat the step maybe 5-6 times to completely remove oil on my face, which results wasting 15-24 papers per use. That's already 1/4 of one pack. If you have super oily skin, you'd be better off using plastic film type of oil blotter from other brand than paper blotter. 1 plastic film can absorb oil much more than paper blotter, which consequently will save your money and time. I will be oil-free using maybe 5 plastic films. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your comments, we will be sure to share your experience with the product to Paula and her Product Development Manager and suggest trying the Shine Stopper Instant Matte Finish which helps to absorb excess shine and oil for a few hours during the day and would be re-applied as needed. Please contact customer care with any questions.
—Sean


Not great
So these papers seemed to blot ok, but they were on the small side and when I applied them to my nose it blotted the oil a little, but took my makeup with it! I was quite disappointed. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your review. We will certainly pass along your comments to Paula. Please contact customer care with any questions and feel free to check out Beautypedia for other options.
—KRH


terrible
Let me preface this by saying I love Paula's products, especially the BHA. It's been a great product for my acne-prone oily skin. So I was very surprised and disappointed that these blotting papers were so terrible! They're too thin and not effective unless you use 3 or 4 at a time. I have oily skin and these papers are definitely not sufficient for my needs. For the price, I would much rather use Clean and Clear films. Heck, even the good ole toilet liner standbys would be better oil absorbers than this product. I'll be sticking to my tried and true Paula's Choice products. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your comments. We will be sure to share your experience with the product to Paula and her Product Development Manager. In the meantime we will credit you for the product and please contact customer care to use your credit toward a future phone order.
—a


great value
agree with the reviewer who said it's hard to differentiate blotting papers. i go by absorbency , price, and count. you get twice as many PC papers as other brands...and they are super absorbent. i really like these. will repurchase.
—vicki


Average blotting papers
These blotting papers remind me of the ones by Boscia in terms of texture and size, though these sheets are thinner. They are okay for absorbing oil, but I much prefer the Sephora brand papers recommended on Beautypedia, even though they are pricier. One sheet of the Sephora brand absorbs as much oil as 2 of these sheets. I will not be repurchasing.
—H. W.


They're good
I ordered the refill pack three times and I like using them a couple of times a day to keep my make up intact. I wouldn't order the harder plastic case because I used to have one and it would always get dirty. These sheets are super thin , so it would cost money and effort to develop an easy to dispense case. No thanks. I dont want to pay extra for paper sheets, I have thumbs. These are just great if your expectations are realistic.
—Lucy


Oil Blotters
I ordered the oil blotter sheets last summer but when my order came I didn't see them in the box and threw the empty box away. I fianlly re-ordered them and got them today. I discovered they are in a flimsy, clear plastic thing. I was under the impression they came in a hard case or at least something to pull them out easier.... why else would you want refills? I love the size of the sheets but not the plastic wrap they are in. It's time consuming to get just one sheet out. Customer Care Response: We will pass along your feedback and comments to Paula. In the meantime we have refunded this product on your account. For other suggestions please visit: www.beautypedia.com
—Julie


Not very special
I like the size of the paper, it absorbs oil very well but I can buy a cheaper one outside. This is too expensive. I will not reorder again.
—Chris


Very Awkward Packaging
The papers work fine but the packaging is really awkward and the papers are hard to get out. The little sleeves they come in are also hard to put back into the case. Not really worth the money or the time. Customer Care Response: Thank you for your feedback. We will share your comments with Paula and her Product Development Team.
—Sarah


Rip off? Not so!
I used a friend's and they are large! Not only that, but they are cheaper than my Clean and Clear ones that are more money for only 50 sheets that aren't as big (if I re-call: I don't actually own this product). I wouldn't make an order specifically for these since I use blotting sheets so seldom, but to bring my order up to free shipping, a re-fill or new package of these is a great addition to my order. :) Besides, if I am going to use blotting sheets, why not use the best, and at the best price?
—Renee


good product, confusing price scheme
I liked these blotting papers better than others I've tried because the size of the sheets is larger than average, which I think makes them more convenient. However, I came back to buy a refill, only to realize that it costs more to buy 100 refill sheets than to buy a new package of 100 sheets with case included! This pricing scheme encourages waste, I will no longer be buying these.
—Elizabeth


Works as expected
As another reviewer has mentioned, the papers themselves are nothing special. Of course, when ordering this product I was completely expecting that. However, the reason I only gave this 3 stars is because I was disappointed by the packaging. I heard it came in a plastic case and I was basically expecting a nicer hard plastic case that I could slide the papers in and out of easily. However, this soft--"sticky" plastic case is annoying because the smaller packets inside always stick a bit which makes it occasionally difficult to remove.
—Nate


No better than the average product...
No better than your average oil-blotting sheets that you can get at the drug store for almost the same price. There's nothing exactly that sets this product apart from all the others on the market. I love Paula, but I was hoping something an oil-absorbing blotting sheet that would last longer on eliminating oiliness and shine. Customer Care: Please call our Customer Service for assistance with finding a product that will work for you. Also, please note that we have a 60-day 100% Satisfaction Guarantee return policy.
—Guillermo


size matters!
I agree with one previous reviewer that as far as oil blotting papers go, there isn't much differentiation. However, these blotting papers are about twice the size of most and half the price! What's not to love? :)
—Elizabeth M.


Blotting Papers
I haven't found these particularly better or worse than other blotting papers I've tried. But I do like that you can just buy refills for the case, so it cuts down on waste.
—E C


Blotting papers
Paula, your blotting papers instantly absorbs my oil and leaves my skin looking shine-free and feeling fresh. There is no need for powder! Thanks
—Karla

What makes this product unique?
These handy and discrete Oil Blotting Papers instantly absorb excess surface oil and leave your skin smooth and matte. These tissue-thin papers will not disturb your makeup nor will they add any powder to the skin.

Who is this product for?
The Oil Blotting Papers are ideal for normal to oily/combination skin.

How should this product be used?
Simply press the Oil Blotting Papers against shiny areas and the oil is immediately absorbed! Discard used papers. Tip: For very oily skin, it helps to apply a light dusting of powder after using the papers.

What Makes Paula's Choice Products Unique?

Created by world renowned skin care expert and author Paula Begoun

Proven effectiveness based on hundreds of published scientific studies

Targeted systems for wrinkles, acne, rosacea, sensitive skin, oily skin, dry skin and more

Fragrance-free, color-free, free of harmful skin irritants, and never tested on animals

100% customer satisfaction guaranteed

Unequalled customer service

None.

Do the Oil-Blotting Papers contain powder?
No. Paula isn't a fan of oil-blotting papers that are laced with powder. They tend to leave an uneven finish and require more work for smooth, matte results. Paula recommends using our Oil-Blotting Papers to remove excess oil and perspiration, then brush on a light layer of powder to finish.