Best Moisturizers in 2024
Read on to discover the moisturizer best suited for you - to hydrate, support the barrier and plump the skin. Our SKINSKOOL curated collection features products buzzing in the community and popular amongst our users.
Expertly curated Subsets for skin hydration
Milky Hydrating Toners
Lightweight hydration layer designed to soothe, balance, and prep the skin for subsequent products.
Rhode
good light
Celimax
TonyMoly
Peptide Moisturizing Creams
Peptides, known as building blocks of skin proteins, help support collagen production, improve elasticity, and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Drunk Elephant
Peptide Pro Firming Moisturizer
Peach & Lily
Skin Active Cellular Restoration
NeoStrata
Then I Met You
Most Searched Moisturizers
These are our community's most popular creams.
Augustinus Bader
Charlotte Tilbury
Drunk Elephant
ZO Skin Health
Neutrogena
Jones Road
Multi-Purpose Soothing Balms with Cica
Whether you're dealing with dryness, irritation, redness, or minor skin discomforts, these balms were designed to soothe and nurture skin.
Cicaplast Balm B5 for Dry Skin Irritations
La Roche-Posay
Zeroid
Simple and Effective Moisturizers
Deliver essential hydration without unnecessary frills.
Curology
Kiehl's
Paula's Choice
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate Essences
Embrace the power of fermented yeast to help address skin texture, boost hydration, and enhance overall complexion.
Galactomyces Ferment Filtrate Toner
One Thing
Sweet Biome Fermented Sake Spray
Drunk Elephant
The Essence Of Healthy Toner & Setting Spray
Physicians Formula
Secret Key
Galacto Niacin 97 Power Essence
Purito Seoul
Algae Creams
Algae extract is an ingredient used for its moisturizing and antioxidant properties.
Active Algae Lightweight Moisturizer
Kora Organics
Dry Skin Saviours with Shea, Glycerin and Sunflower Oil
Formulated to provide deep nourishment, hydration, and relief for dry, parched skin.
Jones Road
Charlotte Tilbury
Cetaphil
Dr. Barbara Sturm
Popular Water Creams with Dimethicone, Dimethiconol, Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate
Designed to provide long-lasting hydration without feeling heavy or greasy.
Get the Glow Creams with Niacinamide, Argireline, Sodium Hyal and Glycerin
Target uneven texture, signs of aging, and lackluster complexion.
Rhode
Then I Met You
MAC Cosmetics
Soothing Creams
Formulated to help calm and comfort the skin and help bring relief from various types of irritation, redness, and sensitivity.
Hypochlorous Acid Skin Repair Sprays
A gentle yet potent compound with antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Microcurrent Conducting Gels
Enhance the effectiveness and comfort of microcurrent facial treatments.
Plumping Creams with Adenosine, Collagen and Glycerin
Promote skin firmness, hydration, and a plumped-up appearance.
Il Makiage
Amarté
Advanced Lipid-Restoring Creams
Designed to restore the skin barrier using a precise blend of ceramides, cholesterol, and fatty acids.
SkinCeuticals
Dr. Brenner
Clinical Ceramide-Enriched Firming Moisturizer
Paula's Choice
CeraVe
EltaMD
Advanced Hydration Serums
Designed to provide intense moisture and anti-aging benefits using some combination of hyaluronic acid, peptides, and antioxidants.
Electrolyte Moisturizers
Electrolytes (like sodium, potassium, magnesium, or calcium) are minerals that are essential for maintaining proper hydration levels in the skin.
F-Balm Electrolyte Waterfacial
Drunk Elephant
Water-Infusing Electrolyte Moisturizer
Paula's Choice
The market for moisturizers has seen several recent developments in response to changing consumer preferences and advancements in skincare technology. Consumers are increasingly looking for moisturizers that can provide multiple benefits, such as sun protection, anti-aging benefits, and hydration. Moisturizers with added ingredients with proven skincare benefits like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, and antioxidants are becoming more common. Customization is also on the rise, with some brands centered around customized moisturizers tailored to individual skin types and concerns. Many consumers are also now looking for skincare products with sustainable packaging. Companies are responding by using recyclable and biodegradable materials for their moisturizer packaging. Finally, there has been a much talked about emphasis on Hydration: Hydration is a key factor in moisturizer development, and companies are now focusing on developing products that provide deep hydration. Many moisturizers now contain humectants like glycerin and hyaluronic acid that help to lock in moisture and keep skin hydrated throughout the day. Overall, the market for moisturizers is evolving to meet changing consumer preferences and demands for effective and transparent skincare products.
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