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\u201cThis moisturizer feels like a cushiony cloud on my skin and leaves my complexion looking dewier than ever. Its dense texture makes my skin feel soft and plump, like how I imagine Moo Deng\u2019s cheeks feel. If I could drench my whole body in this rich, hydrating cream, I absolutely would.\u201d \u2014Jennifer Hussein, Allure<\/em> former commerce writer<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> colloidal oatmeal, shea butter, glycerin<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> people and kids (over three years old) who are prone to eczema<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Under Makeup:<\/strong> Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Moisturizer & Primer<\/h2>\n\n
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\n<\/p>\nAllure<\/em> contributing commerce writer Christa Joanna Lee applying the Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base Moisturizer & Primer<\/p>\n<\/span>Christa Joanna Lee<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhy it’s worth it:<\/strong> If the idea of saving time while still treating your skin sounds like your love language, Bobbi Brown\u2019s Vitamin Enriched Face Base (a 2025 Best of Beauty Award winner) has you covered. The rich yet breathable texture comes from shea butter, which \u201ccontains fatty acids and vitamins A and E that deeply nourish and soften the skin,\u201d while soothing irritation and keeping moisture locked in, says Anetta Reszko, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City. Hyaluronic acid pulls in hydration for that instantly plumped, smooth look, and a trio of vitamins C, E, and B brighten, protect, and bolster the skin barrier. Add in glycerin for slip, and you get a cushiony base that keeps skin feeling healthy and makeup looking fresh\u2014even if you\u2019re dealing with peeling or flakes.<\/p>\n\n
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\u201cAt first glance, Vitamin Enriched Face Base Moisturizer & Primer looks buttery and thick in the jar\u2014the kind of texture that usually spells too rich. But the moment I scoop some out, it immediately melts into my skin. The texture is plush and nourishing but somehow still light enough to disappear without a trace.\u201d \u2014Christa Joanna Lee, Allure<\/em> contributing commerce writer<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> squalane, shea butter, glycerin, hyaluronic acid<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> everyone, especially people with dry or mature skin<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> natural fragrance from grapefruit and geranium oils<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Splurge:<\/strong> Chanel Le Lift Pro Cr\u00e8me Volume<\/h2>\n\n
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\n<\/p>\nAllure<\/em> social director Kassidy Silva applying the Chanel Le Lift Pro Cr\u00e8me Volume<\/p>\n<\/span>Kassidy Silva<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhy it’s worth it:<\/strong> Chanel’s Le Lift Pro Cr\u00e8me Volume is a true triple-threat\u2014as in, it provides sculpting, plumping, and smoothing results to minimize the look of wrinkles and deep lines. Melipona enzymatic, a honey-derived compound with antimicrobial, moisturizing, and exfoliating benefits, is the star ingredient in this formula. Along with its signature ingredient, this moisturizing cream is also spiked with hydrating sodium hyaluronate (a salt derived from hyaluronic acid) and glycerin.<\/p>\n\n
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“The Chanel Le Lift Pro Cr\u00e8me Volume moisturizer helps me hit glazed status every night before bed. With chronically dry skin\u2014thank you, eczema and psoriasis\u2014it’s my nightly staple to keep my skin supple and glowing.” \u2014Kassidy Silva, Allure<\/em> social director<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> melipona enzymatic honey, sodium hyaluronate, glycerin<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> anyone targeting dryness and fine lines<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest for Combination Skin:<\/strong> Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream<\/h2>\n\n
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Why it’s worth it:<\/strong> Dr. Jart+ took one of the most iconic ingredients in K-beauty\u2014ceramides\u2014and doubled down, packing five different types into its newly reformulated Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream. So, it\u2019s no surprise that this moisturizer delivers the barrier-strengthening power the brand is known for. “This cream combines ceramides with hyaluronic acid, a humectant that absorbs water molecules from the environment and deep within the skin for improved skin hydration,” says Brendan Camp, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in New York City. And with added panthenol to calm irritation and reinforce the moisture barrier, it leaves skin feeling soft, soothed, and deeply cushioned.<\/p>\n\n
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\u201cMy combination skin gets capital-d Dry from external factors, be it freezing winter weather or stale airplane air. That\u2019s why a travel-size tube of this lives in my toiletry kit. I put it to the ultimate test\u2014a trip to central Missouri in the dead of winter to visit my in-laws\u2014and found that it still kept my skin radiant and comfortable.\u201d \u2014Deanna Pai, contributing editor<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> ceramides, panthenol, glycerin<\/li>\nWho it’s for<\/strong>: people seeking a more lightweight option<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest for Mature Skin:<\/strong> Medik8 Advanced Pro-Collagen+ Peptide Cream<\/h2>\n\n
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\n<\/p>\nAllure<\/em> commerce producer Sarah Hoffman applying the Medik8 Advanced Pro-Collagen+ Peptide Cream<\/p>\n<\/span>Sarah Hoffmann<\/span><\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nWhy it’s worth it:<\/strong> Most firming creams rely on surface-level hydration to make fine lines look softer, but Medik8\u2019s Advanced Pro-Collagen+ Peptide Cream goes deeper. Instead of just plumping the top layer, it helps activate your skin\u2019s own collagen production for a more long-term regenerative payoff. \u201cIt\u2019s packed with nourishing ingredients that promote skin health and longevity\u2014including ceramides, proprietary Growth Factor MiniProtein (which helps spark skin\u2019s natural renewal signals), carnosine (to keep collagen more flexible), and an NAD+ Longevity Booster that supports cellular energy, which is essential for maintaining firmness,\u201d says New York City board-certified dermatologist Dendy Engelman, MD. By strengthening skin from within, it not only softens the appearance of deeper lines but also restores that suppleness and glow that tends to fade with age.<\/p>\n\n
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\u201cI’ve been a dedicated user of Medik8’s Liquid Peptides Advanced serum for some time now, so I pounced on the Advanced Pro-Collagen+ Peptide Cream when the samples landed in our office. While I don’t have noticeable wrinkles\u2014yet\u2014to track progress against, I do notice an overall plumping effect to my skin when consistently using this moisturizer. The finish is really satin-y, absorbs quickly (a through line with Medik8, I’ll always award bonus points for speedy applications), and I really feel like my skin texture and tone have never been better.\u201d \u2014Sarah Hoffmann, Allure<\/em> commerce producer<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> carnosine, squalane, shea butter, ceramides, collagen amino acids<\/li>\nWho it\u2019s for:<\/strong> people with mature, sagging, or dull skin<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest for Eczema-Prone Skin<\/strong>: Vanicream Moisturizing Cream<\/h2>\n\n
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“I have uber sensitive skin, so I need a moisturizer that 1) won’t break me out and 2) keep my skin hydrated all day. Which is why I love this Vanicream moisturizing cream. It feels amazing, and just a dab of it keeps my skin fresh all day, without any touchups. I also love how I can use it year-round\u2014not too heavy for the summer but also not too light for the winter (when my skin gets super dry and flaky).” \u2014Melanie Curry, associate manager of audience development<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> petrolatum, sorbitol<\/li>\nWho it’s for<\/strong>: people with sensitive skin<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest for Sensitive Skin:<\/strong> Dieux Instant Angel Moisturizer<\/h2>\n\n
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