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Here's The Best Moisturiser For Your Skin
How to Choose the Best Moisturiser for Your Skin Type (According to Skin Experts)
Finding the best moisturiser for your skin can feel overwhelming. With so many formulas, textures, and skin concerns to consider, it’s easy to wonder: Do I even need a moisturiser? Or which one is actually right for me?
The truth is, every skin type needs hydration - but not every moisturiser is created equally. The right choice depends on your skin’s unique needs, lifestyle, and long-term skin goals.
Below, we break down how to choose the best moisturiser for your skin type, plus expert-recommended options for common concerns like breakouts, dryness, sensitivity, dullness, and signs of skin ageing.
Why Moisturising Matters (Even If Your Skin Is Oily)
Your skin barrier plays a critical role in protecting against environmental stressors like pollution, UV exposure, and harsh weather. When skin isn’t properly hydrated, this barrier can weaken - leading to dryness, breakouts, sensitivity, uneven texture, and accelerated signs of ageing.
Even oily and breakout-prone skin benefits from moisturising. In fact, skipping hydration can cause skin to overproduce oil to compensate, which may worsen congestion and breakouts.
the best moisturiser for breakout-prone skin
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If you’re dealing with adult breakouts, look for a moisturiser that hydrates without clogging pores and helps support the skin’s microbiome. Why it works:
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The best moisturiser for dull skin
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Dull skin is often a sign of oxidative stress and dehydration. A brightening moisturiser with antioxidants can help revive radiance and improve overall tone. Key benefits:
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The best moisturiser for stressed or environmentally-exposed skin
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Skin exposed to daily stress - from pollution, travel, lack of sleep, or harsh climates - needs targeted nourishment. Why skin loves it:
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The best moisturiser for sensitive skin or reactive skin
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Sensitive skin needs hydration without irritation. Look for formulas that calm, soothe, and support the skin barrier. Stabilizing Repair Cream delivers nourishing lipids to strengthen the barrier and reduce visible redness and discomfort. Calm Water Gel transforms from gel to water on contact, forming a lightweight shield against irritants while locking in moisture. Ideal for skin that feels:
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The best moisturiser for ageing skin
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Breathe new life into aging skin with Phyto Nature Oxygen Cream, formulated with hydrating, oxygen-optimizing phytoactives to firm, lift and revitalize skin.
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The best moisturiser for dry skin
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Dry skin lacks oil and often feels tight, rough, or flaky. Rich, lipid-supporting formulas help prevent moisture loss. Key benefits:
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The best lightweight moisturiser for dehydrated skin
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Dehydrated skin lacks water (not oil) and can affect any skin type - even oily skin. Why it stands out:
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The best moisturiser for oily skin or combination skin
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Oily skin still needs hydration - just in lighter textures. Perfect if you want:
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The best moisturiser for ultra dry skin
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Choose Super Rich Repair, a deeply-nourishing, peptide-rich treatment cream to help reduce the appearance of skin ageing.
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The best moisturiser with SPF (because sun protection matters)
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Daily SPF is one of the most effective ways to help prevent premature skin ageing. Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50 hydrates while helping improve the appearance of photoaged skin. PowerBright Moisturizer SPF 50 helps protect against dark spots and uneven pigmentation. Prisma Protect SPF 30 offers hydration, pollution defense, and a boost of natural luminosity. |
The best night cream for glowing skin
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Nighttime is when skin naturally repairs itself. A targeted night cream can help maximise overnight recovery. PowerBright Overnight Cream helps restore luminosity and smooth uneven tone. Sound Sleep Cocoon visibly boosts radiance by morning while helping reduce signs of fatigue - and even supports better sleep. |
The best moisturiser for teen skin
For teen and younger skin that’s oily, congested or breaking out, choose an oil free, lightweight lotion to address dehydration and balance oily shine.
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for daytime wearClearing Defense SPF30, This shine-reducing SPF moisturiser delivers a long-lasting matte finish and UV defence. |
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for oily skinCooling Aqua Jelly, This jelly-based cooling moisturiser’s water-like texture leaves skin feeling fresh and lightly hydrated. |
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for dry skinSkin Soothing Hydrating Lotion, Soothing, hydrating relief for dehydrated, breakout-irritated skin. |
Still not sure which moisturiser is right for you?
Your skin’s needs can change with age, climate, lifestyle, and stress levels. If you’re unsure which moisturiser is best for you, chat live with a qualified Dermalogica Skin Therapist or via whatsapp here
Because when it comes to hydration, the best moisturiser is the one that works with your skin - not against it.













