What does a face moisturizer do?

A face moisturizer helps hydrate the skin, strengthen the skin barrier, and protect against environmental stressors like pollution and dryness. Many also contain active ingredients that target specific concerns such as fine lines, dullness, or breakouts.

How much moisturizer should I use on my face?

A pea-sized amount is usually enough for the entire face. If you're using a very lightweight gel or a product with SPF, you may need slightly more. Apply just enough to create a thin, even layer without leaving residue.

How do I apply moisturizer correctly?

Apply moisturizer to clean, slightly damp skin using upward, gentle strokes. Avoid tugging or rubbing the skin too harshly—especially around the eyes. Don’t forget your neck and jawline for a more even appearance.

What should I do after applying moisturizer?

If it’s part of your morning routine, follow with sunscreen to protect your skin throughout the day. At night, you can finish your skincare with moisturizer as your final step, unless you're layering a night cream or facial oil.

Can I use body lotion on my face?

It’s not recommended. Facial skin is more delicate and prone to clogged pores or irritation. Face moisturizers are specially formulated with lighter textures and targeted ingredients to suit the unique needs of your facial skin.

Should I use a different moisturizer at night?

Yes, many people benefit from using a richer, more reparative moisturizer at night. Night creams are often formulated with ingredients like retinol or peptides that help restore and renew the skin while you sleep. During the day, opt for a lighter face moisturizer, ideally with SPF for added protection.

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Goop Beauty

All-in-One Nourishing Face Cream

$105.00

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SkinCeuticals

The Anti-Aging Routine

$395.00

111SKIN

Black Diamond Cream

$995.00

Avène

Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream

$26.00

Avène

Retrinal 0.1% Intensive Multi-Corrective Cream

$68.00

Avène

Retrinal 0.05% Multi-Corrective Cream

$49.50

Obagi

Retinol + PHA Refining Night Cream

$135.00

Chantecaille

Bio Lifting Cream+

$370.00

Goop Beauty

72-Hour Supercharged Hydrating Water-Cream

$68.00

PCA Skin

HydraBright Moisturizer

$104.00

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Clinique

Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion+

$49.00

Clinique

Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly

$34.00

Sisley Paris

Sisleÿum Anti-Aging Mattifying Gel-Cream

$370.00

Sisley Paris

Sisleÿum Anti-Aging Comfort Cream

$370.00

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Susanne Kaufmann

Advanced Anti-Ageing Rich Cream

$135.00

Dr. Whitney Bowe Beauty

Skin Cycling Program

$199.00

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Alpyn Beauty

Barrier Repair Cream Moisturizer for Eczema, Wrinkle and Barrier Repair

$62.00

Alpyn Beauty

Melt Moisturizer for Firming, Plumping and Brightening

$60.00

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Goop Beauty

Exosome Hydration Therapy Serum

$95.00

Dr. Whitney Bowe Beauty

Procedure Enhancement Program

$215.00

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SkinCeuticals

Post Injection Duo

$270.00

Dr. Diamond’s Metacine

HYDR/O Bioactive Hydrolipid Barrier Moisturizer

$300.00

PCA Skin

MGF Age Renewal Cream

$161.00

SkinMedica

HA5 Hydra Collagen Water Burst Moisturizer

$78.00

La Mer

The Balancing Treatment Lotion

$200.00

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IS Clinical

Daily Dynamic Hydrator

$135.00

M-61

Hydraboost Water Cream

$88.00

Blue Lagoon Skincare

BL+ The Cream

$245.00

Blue Lagoon Skincare

BL+ Retinol Cream 0.3%

$160.00

Charlotte Tilbury

Charlotte's Magic Night Cream

$145.00

SkinMedica

HA⁵ Hydra Collagen Hydrator with Vegan Collagen

$192.00

SkinMedica

Dermal Repair Cream

$134.00

Goop Beauty

Youth-Boost NAD+ Peptide Rich Cream

$105.00

Ogee

Complete Cream

$48.00

Marini SkinSolutions

Age Intervention Face Cream

$135.00

Marini SkinSolutions

Retinol Plus

$110.00

Marini SkinSolutions

Hyla3D Face Cream

$125.00

Marini SkinSolutions

Transformation Face Cream

$135.00

Tata Harper

Calming Crème

$168.00

Dr. Few

Moisture Complete

$95.00

Dr. Few

Tinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30

$85.00

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Emma Lewisham

Supernatural Face Crème Riche

$98.00

Emma Lewisham

Supernatural Blemish Face Serum

$66.00

Sisley Paris

The Black Rose Routine

$805.00

Obagi

Nu-Derm Exfoderm Forte

$105.00

Obagi

Hydrate Light Weightless Gel Cream Moisturizer

$70.00

Obagi

ELASTIDERM Lift Up & Sculpt Facial Moisturizer

$140.00

Obagi

Hydrate Luxe

$85.00

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