THE TOP 10 BEST FACE MOISTURISERS
OUR TOP 10 FACE MOISTURISERS
- Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream
- Kiehl'sUltra Facial Cream
- OLE HENRIKSEN Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturiser
- Sunday Riley C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream
- Murad Restorative Hydro-Hyaluronic Cream
- CeraVe AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50
- The INKEY List Omega Water Cream Moisturizer
- Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant
- La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Baume B5 Multi-Purpose Repairing Balm
- Embyolisse Lait-Creme Concentre
THE BEST FACE MOISTURISERS
Just as nourishing as it is refreshing, Drunk Elephant’s Protini Polypeptide Cream brings balance *and* bounce back to all skin types. Melding collagen, amino acids and nine (yes, you read that right) signal peptides, this mighty moisturiser tones, firms and smooths. Oh, and did we mention it’s refillable and comes in miniature proportions too? Impressive, we know.
Dubbed as one of the brand’s bestselling formulas, Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream serves up everything you need from a daily moisturiser. Not only is it hydrating and locks in moisture, but it refines and strengthens too. What’s more, fusing glacial glycoprotein (sourced from Antarctic glaciers) with olive-derived squalane, it’s been tested in everyday and extreme environments – so you can keep your complexion healthy whether you’re walking the streets or hiking the Andes.
A PT for your complexion, OLE HENRIKSEN's Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturiser enhances elasticity while strengthening your protective barrier. Packed with peptides, collagen and hyaluronic acid, this vegan formula doubles hydration, reinforces resilience and improves the look of fine lines. Now, we don’t know about you, but that’s what we call a new personal best…
We can’t talk about the best face moisturisers without mentioning Sunday Riley’s C.E.O Vitamin C Rich Hydration Cream. Rising through the ranks, this famed formula is powered by an advanced vitamin C, also known as 5% THD ascorbate, to visibly brighten skin while shielding it against environmental aggressors – blue light, UV rays and pollution, we’re looking at you. But that’s not all, dew-drenching and instantly absorbing it leaves you looking radiant (
Start the day as you mean to go on with Murad's Restorative Hydro-Hyaluronic Cream. Cashmere-soft, it’s supercharged with the brand’s Advanced Hyaluronic Acid Technology then fused with shea butter and sunflower oil to lock in moisture and enhance instant skin plumping. Complete with coconut extract, this multitasking marvel helps guard against water loss, protect the skin's barrier and improves uneven textures. In short, there’s not much this hybrid can’t do…
Made up of a cocktail of ceramides, CeraVe’s AM Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF50 maintains moisture levels while keeping irritation and redness at bay. Featuring the brand’s unique 'MVE Technology', this multitasking marvel gradually releases lipids over time to deliver long-lasting nourishment and hydration. The result? A dewy, plump complexion that shines all day long.
Boasting a water-based gel formula, The INKEY List’s Omega Water Cream Moisturizer gently hydrates, without feeling too heavy on your skin. Blending omegas 3, 6 and 9 with glycerin and niacinamide, it acts as a moisture magnet, unclogs pores and reduces visible redness along with any excess shine.
A world-renowned formula, Elizabeth Arden’s Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant can moisturise in any way you choose. Hear us out… Its versatile blend goes beyond its call of duty by nourishing strands, boosting a glowy complexion, smoothing cuticles and hydrating hands (just to name a few0. And as its name suggests, the award-winning solutions offers up to eight hours of protection with each wear.
Enriched with the brand’s signature Thermal Spring Water blend with 5% panthenol, La Roche-Posay’s Cicaplast Baume B5 Multi-Purpose Repairing Balm revives tight, dry and cracked skin. Benefiting both the face and body, it uses minimal ingredients for maximum payoff.
Adorned by celebrities and make up artists alike, Embyolisse's Lait-Creme Concentre does the work of three products –a primer, moisturiser and make up remover. Suitable for even the most sensitive skin types, this one-size-fits-all lotion leaves your complexion feeling and looking soft, dewy and perfectly prepped for the day ahead. Oh, and its available in travel-friendly sizes, so you can pop one in your suitcase, gym bag, hand bag and anywhere else you’d need.
THE BEST FACE MOISTURISERS FAQS
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