Editor’s Picks: 16 of the Best Face Moisturizers to Hydrate All Skin Types
Finding the right face moisturizer isn’t easy. For starters, there are countless products to choose from, with new formulas launching all the time. Most of them have long lists of complex ingredients—and it’s hard enough to pronounce their names, let alone figure out if they’ll actually help your skin.
That’s why I put together this guide. Below, you will learn exactly what to look for (and what to avoid) when choosing a moisturizer, plus the very best products I’ve found and recommend.
Depending on your skin, you may not need a cream every single day, but it’s always a good idea to have one in your arsenal for when your skin needs some extra TLC. For more lightweight options, also check out my guide to the best gel moisturizers.
Editor’s Picks (At a Glance)
Best Splurge | |
Best Budget | |
Best for Dry Skin | |
Best for Sensitive Skin | |
Best for Oily Skin | |
Best for Barrier Repair | |
Best Lightweight | |
Best Oil-Free | |
Best Clean Beauty | |
Best Natural | |
Best K-Beauty | |
Best Refillable | |
Best Priming |