Does your skin always feel tight, flaky, or thirsty no matter how much moisturizer you use? 🥲💧
This collection is for anyone dealing with dry, dehydrated skin that needs more than just a basic moisturizer. I’ve rounded up hydrating cleansers, mois...
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Hydrating Cleansers
Hydration Boosters
Barrier-Repair Moisturizers
Hydrating Sunscreens
Hydrating Cleansers
Cleanse without that tight, stripped feeling.
Gentle, moisture-loving cleansers that remove dirt, makeup, and buildup while helping your skin retain the hydration it needs.
This is such a safe everyday pick for dry skin. I love that it cleanses without leaving my face feeling tight afterward. It has that creamy, comfortable feel that makes me want to reach for it every morning and night. It’s also a classic for a reason...
CeraVe Hydrating Facial Cleanser: Skin Refresh
I love how gentle and refreshing this feels! It removes everything without giving me that squeaky-clean feeling that can make dry skin even more uncomfortable. My skin feels soft and fresh afterward rather than stripped.
FRESH Soy Face Cleanser
This feels like such a luxurious cleanser! It has a creamy, soft texture and leaves my skin feeling clean but still comfortable. I especially like it when my skin is feeling dry and dull because it doesn’t leave me reaching for moisturizer immediatel...
Tatcha The Rice Wash Skin-Softening Cleanser
Hydration Boosters
Give thirsty skin an extra drink of moisture.
Serums and essences designed to add concentrated hydration and help skin look plumper, smoother, and more radiant.
This is one of those products that makes my skin look instantly more hydrated. I love the milky texture and how easily it layers with the rest of my skincare. It’s perfect when my skin is looking dull or feeling extra thirsty.
Rhode Glazing Milk
I love this when my skin needs that extra boost of hydration. It gives my skin a plumper, bouncier look and layers beautifully underneath moisturizer. It’s especially nice when my complexion is looking dull and dehydrated.
Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Serum
This is the kind of serum I like when my skin feels really dehydrated. It gives me that cushioned, hydrated feeling without being too complicated. I also love that it’s from a brand that’s so well known for gentle, dermatologist-focused skincare.
La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Suractivated Serum with Hyaluronic Acid
Barrier-Repair Moisturizers
The step dry skin shouldn’t skip.
Rich creams and balms that combine moisturizing ingredients with barrier-supporting lipids to help keep moisture locked in.
This is definitely one I’d save for when my skin needs serious moisture. It’s rich and comforting without feeling like an old-fashioned heavy cream. I love how soft and nourished my skin feels after using it, especially at night.
I love this when my skin is feeling dry and stressed. The rich texture makes my skin feel protected and comfortable, and it’s especially nice during those periods when my moisture barrier needs some extra TLC. Definitely a good one for anyone who hat...
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream
This is such a beautiful moisturizer if you love that dewy, healthy-looking finish. It’s richer than a lightweight gel cream, but that’s exactly what I want when my skin is feeling dry. It leaves my skin looking soft, plump, and noticeably more radia...
Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream Replenishing and Plumping Moisturizer
Hydrating Sunscreens
SPF that protects without making dry skin feel drier.
Comfortable daily sunscreens with moisturizing ingredients and finishes that work well on dry, dehydrated skin.
I love this because it doesn’t feel like traditional sunscreen at all. It’s weightless, invisible, and doubles as a primer, so it sits really nicely underneath makeup. My skin doesn’t get that dry, chalky feeling that some sunscreens can leave behind...
Supergoop! New Unseen Sunscreen SPF 50 - Clear Gel Face Sunscreen
This is one of my favorite types of sunscreen for a dewy skincare routine. It feels more like a moisturizer than a traditional SPF and leaves my skin looking fresh instead of dry or powdery. I especially love it when I want my skin to have that healt...
Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics (SPF50+ PA++++)
I love how comfortable and moisturizing this feels on dry skin. It gives me that soft, hydrated finish while also making my morning routine a little simpler. It’s especially nice when I want hydration and daytime protection without layering too many ...
LANEIGE Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Acid Cream Moisturizer SPF 30