Editor’s Note: We reviewed this article on September 20, 2023. As per our editorial policy, we are constantly updating our content, to make sure it reflects the best of the best when it comes to beauty, wellness, and fashion. We want to assure our readers that we still stand by our recommendations, which we do. Yes, this moisturizer is suitable for use both day and night. It's a particularly great day and night moisturizer for those with acne-prone and/or oily or combination skin, since it is lightweight and oil-free. The Bottom Line For example, in case of AHA or BHA exfoliants, the right pH is super-duper important, and pH adjusters like sodium hydroxide are needed. Dermatologists love this fragrance-free hyaluronic acid gel cream from Neutrogena, which is known for leaving skin hydrated without feeling or looking greasy. “It layers well under anything and helps other antiaging products absorb better,” Jessica Krant, M.D., tells SELF.

I noticed on CeraVe’s formulation or ingredients that their products contain essential ingredients of ceramides and cholesterol. These are slowly released over time to skin’s protective barrier function. When we tested Shiseido’s Waso Mega Hydrating Moisturizer on oily skin, it proved hydrating—but it made our skin feel oilier. The moisturizer was also slow-absorbing and prone to pilling, but we think it’d be effective for combating dryness.Toleriane Ultra Moisturizing Cream also includes emollients like squalane and shea butter, as well as the silicone dimethicone. Dimethicone gives the cream a silky texture while also functioning as a skin protectant to help reduce water loss. La Roche-Posay’s famous thermal water is included in the La Roche Posay cleanser. This natural antioxidant soothes and protects the skin from environmental stressors. When testing, the lightweight moisturizer absorbed slowly, taking about five minutes to soak in. But once it did, it worked like a dream. Just 15 minutes after using the moisturizer, our skin was 25 to 44 more hydrated than at the start of the test, according to our moisture reader. And we loved the product’s glowy finish: Our skin looked brighter and felt more refreshed.

La Roche Posay Vs Cerave is two popular brands of skincare products. Both brands offer a wide range of products, but some people wonder which brand is better.Yes, many dermatologists recommend La Roche Posay, and it has also become a favorite among many users.

The moisturizer is also one of the most versatile on our list. In addition to being great for different skin types (including dry, oily, and combination skin), it’s fragrance-free and sensitive-skin-friendly. And at a budget-friendly price, we think it’s a steal.Neurosensine, also known as acetyl dipeptide-1 cetyl ester, is the hero ingredient in this formula, helping to instantly soothe skin. It’s a dipeptide that works by signalling the skin nerve cells to release met-enkephalin (a relaxing, pain-relieving messenger molecule). This comforting face cream can be used by all skin types, but it’s ideal for those with allergy-prone, ultra sensitive skin. DHC’s Olive Virgin Oil Essential Cream works wonders on dry and dehydrated skin. Made with olive oil, the rich moisturizer isn’t great for every skin type. (Oil-based moisturizers aren’t ideal for oily skin, King says.) But it’s great at combating dryness. Within 15 minutes, the moisturizer made our dry skin feel hydrated and dewy. It even seemed to fill in fine lines, giving our skin a plumper, almost-retouched look. The only downside with this La Roche Posay moisturizer is the inclusion of a synthetic fragrance blend.

Glow Recipe’s Plum Plump Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer promises hydrating results in as little as three days. But we found that it worked even faster: Just 15 minutes after applying the moisturizer, our skin looked and felt more hydrated. Plus, the formula also contains one of our favorite skincare ingredients: niacinamide. According to a publication in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, niacinamide is known to repair the skin barrier and improve skin moisture, as well as reduce inflammation, blotchiness, hyperpigmentation, and wrinkling. See why we love this ingredient?

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Effective from as low as 3% with even more benefits for dry skin at higher concentrations up to 20-40% One of the many types of ceramides that can be found naturally in the upper layer of the skin. Ceramides make upabout 50% of the goopy stuff that's between our skin cells and play a super important role in having a healthy skin barrier and keeping the skin hydrated. It works even better when combined with its pal, Ceramide1.