our guide to finding the most effective facial moisturizer

Dry skin is in perpetual search of hydration and often encounters feelings of tightness and discomfort. The reason ? A lack of sebum, an essential element for the skin’s water balance. In this context, opting for an ultra-effective moisturizing cream is therefore a crucial step.
Discover our selection and find the ideal treatment that promises to revitalize your skin but also to provide an immediate feeling of comfort and suppleness, while protecting it against external aggressions.

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream

CeraVe moisturizing cream is a revolution for normal to dry skin. Developed in close collaboration with dermatologists, it guarantees continuous hydration for 24 hours thanks to its 3 essential ceramides, hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and niacinamide. It also contains SPF 30 for optimal protection against UVA and UVB rays. This cream is ideal for skin that needs special attention.

Features :

• MVE technology guarantees prolonged diffusion of active ingredients.
• Enriched with 3 essential ceramides, hyaluronic acid, vitamin E and niacinamide.
• Sun protection SPF 30
• Ideal for normal to dry, sensitive skin or skin affected by drying treatments.
• Suitable for the most sensitive skin.

Why do we love it? This cream stands out for its holistic approach to skin care. It continuously hydrates and also restores the skin barrier and soothes the most sensitive skin. Its SPF 30 protection is a real plus. It is also fragrance-free.

Our tips for use: Start by cleansing your face before applying moisturizer each morning. A small amount is enough. Spread it gently over the face and neck until completely absorbed.

Sephora Collection Light Day Cream

The light day cream from the Sephora Collection is an innovation in hydration and protection of the skin. Formulated with 96% ingredients of natural origin, this unscented cream is composed of hyaluronic acid and vitamin E. It ensures lasting hydration and protects the skin from external aggressions. Suitable for all skin types, it is the daily solution to maintain hydrated and radiant skin!

Features :

• Light cream texture for all skin types
• 96% ingredients of natural origin
• Enriched with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E
• Protects against external aggressions
• Unscented formula
• Excellent makeup base
• Long-lasting hydration, proven effectiveness even after 8 hours
• Without raw materials of animal origin

Why do we love it? This hydratanate cream is particularly appreciated for its hydration and optimal protection of the skin. Its light texture makes it an excellent choice for every day, under makeup and its absence of perfume is ideal for sensitive skin.

Usage tips : To use it best, apply the cream every morning to clean, dry skin. A small amount is enough to cover the face and neck. Massage gently for complete absorption, and enjoy hydrated and protected skin all day long.

Byoma moisturizing cream

Byoma e moisturizing creamdesigned for skin looking for intense hydration. By merging key ingredients like tri-ceramides and bakuchiol and shea extracts, this cream offers a complete solution to strengthen the skin barrier and maintain hydration for 24 hours! It stands out for its ability to plump, reduce the appearance of fine lines and improve skin tone and texture.

Features :

• Rich in unique tri-ceramide complex
• Enriched with bakuchiol and shea extracts
• Strengthens the skin barrier
• Maintains hydration for up to 24 hours
• Improves skin tone and texture

Why do we love it? This cream is appreciated for its rich but non-greasy formula which quickly penetrates the epidermis. It contains bakuchiol, known for its anti-aging benefits and lastingly moisturizes the skin.

Our tips for use: Apply it morning and evening to clean skin to maximize the hydrating and repairing benefits. Perfect to be integrated into skincare routines focused on hydration and repair of the skin barrier, this cream is suitable for all skin types, including the most sensitive.

Nutritic intense cream from La Roche-Posay

Nutritic Intense cream from La Roche-Posay is THE solution for dry and sensitive skin. Thanks to its formula enriched with La Roche-Posay thermal water, it intensely nourishes and relieves discomfort. Result ? The skin is supple, soothed and hydrated.

Features :

• Intensely nourishes dry and sensitive skin
• Relieves skin discomfort
• Formula enriched with La Roche-Posay thermal water
• Long-lasting hydration
• Helps restore the skin barrier

Why do we love it? Its effectiveness in transforming dry, uncomfortable skin into nourished, comfortable skin is unmatched. The rich but non-greasy composition of this cream ensures rapid absorption and immediate relief.

Our tips for use: Use Nutritic Intense cream morning and evening on the face and neck. It is particularly effective during the winter months or in dry climates where the skin tends to dry out quickly.

Clinique hydro-relipidizing treatment cream

This moisturizing cream from Clinique is specially formulated to provide intense hydration for 72 hours! Its self-rehydrating technology, enriched with hyaluronic acid, caffeine and aloe vera water, recharges dry skin and keeps it hydrated, plumped and protected.

Features :

• Hydrates for 72 hours
• Self-rehydrating technology
• Enriched with hyaluronic acid, caffeine, Aloe Vera water
• Soothes and plumps the skin
• Protects against external aggressions

Why do we love it? It is known for its ability to keep the skin intensely hydrated for three full days!

Our tips for use: This moisturizing cream is to be applied to clean skin morning and evening. Its rich texture is absorbed quickly without leaving a greasy residue, making it an excellent makeup base.

LaNeige Water Bank Moisturizing Cream

LaNeige moisturizing cream is aimed at dehydrated skin damaged by external aggressions (pollution, cold, etc.). Its formula enriched with blue hyaluronic acid and beta-glucan promises to hydrate for up to 100 hours. It helps to strengthen the skin barrier, reduce redness and soothe the skin.

Features :

• Formulated with Blue Hyaluronic Acid and beta-glucan
• Intense hydration for up to 100 hours
• Strengthens the skin barrier
• Reduces redness and soothes the skin
• Rapid absorption

Why do we love it? This moisturizer instantly relieves dehydrated and irritated skin. The presence of blue hyaluronic acid and beta-glucan makes it an ideal choice for revitalizing tired and dull skin.

Our tips for use: Apply this moisturizer morning and evening on clean, dry skin. Massage gently until completely absorbed. It is suitable for all skin types, especially dry, dehydrated or sensitive skin.

First Aid Moisturizing Cream

First Aid moisturizing cream has an ultra-repairing formula that soothes and intensely hydrates dry, irritated skin. Enriched with shea butter, eucalyptus and oats, it has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties to relieve irritation and protect the skin. Its rich and nourishing texture transforms rough, dull skin into smooth, soft and hydrated skin.

Features :

• Transforms dry, damaged skin
• Infused with shea butter, eucalyptus and oats
• Anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties
• Soothes irritations
• Strengthens the hydration barrier

Why do we love it? This cream instantly soothes irritated skin and restores the skin’s protective barrier. It hydrates sustainably, while protecting the skin from external aggressions.

Our tips for use: Apply generously to clean, dry skin, focusing on rough or irritated areas. Use morning and evening, or as needed, to maintain optimal hydration.

Fresh moisturizing cream

Fresh moisturizing cream has a lightweight, nourishing formula that provides up to 72 hours of intense hydration. Enriched with hyaluronic acids, rose oil and hydro patches, it deeply nourishes and forms a protective veil to retain hydration. Its light, non-greasy texture is quickly absorbed, leaving soft, luminous skin.

Features :

• Light, non-greasy formula
• Up to 72 hours of hydration
• Enriched with hyaluronic acids and rose oil
• Forms a protective veil on the skin
• Rapid absorption

Why do we love it? This cream hydrates intensely and lastingly without weighing down the skin. Its lightweight formula is ideal for daily use.

Our tips for use: Apply to clean, dry skin morning and evening. Massage gently until completely absorbed. Suitable for all skin types, especially normal to dry skin.

What is the best cream for dry skin?

Dry skin requires creams rich in nourishing and hydrating ingredients such as ceramides, hyaluronic acid and thermal waters. These components help restore the skin barrier, retain moisture and soothe the skin. Products from CeraVe and Avène are often recommended for their effective formulas for long-lasting hydration without weighing down the skin or clogging pores.

What is the best cream for dehydrated skin?

Dehydration of the skin, unlike dryness, is due to a lack of water and not a lack of sebum. To remedy this, opt for treatments enriched with thermal water, glycerin and hyaluronic acid, which will help capture and retain water in the skin. The Saint-Gervais Mont Blanc treatment, for example, uses thermal water to provide deep hydration. A cream for dehydrated skin should be light, refreshing and quickly absorbed to revitalize the skin without overloading it.

Our additional advice

– Skincare routine: Integrate a gentle skincare routine, avoiding harsh cleansers which can dry out the skin. Opt for hydrating formulas or cleansing oils that preserve the skin’s natural moisture.
– Internal hydration: Drinking enough water daily is essential to maintain the skin’s hydration from the inside.
– Sun protection: Don’t forget to use sunscreen to protect your skin from the drying and aging effects of the sun.
– Humidifier: Dry environments, such as heated or air-conditioned ones, can draw moisture from the skin. Using a humidifier can help maintain a healthier ambient humidity level for your skin.