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- If you're one of those people whose face feels flaky whether it's December or August, finding the right face cream can be difficult.
- But if full-on hydration and protection are what you're after, Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream is your best bet.
While dry skin tends to plague most people in the chillier months, for some, their daily skin-care regimen is a near-constant fight against the flake.
If you're one of these folks, you know that all moisturizers are not created equal. Whether your dry skin is caused by some kind of condition, like eczema, or if your protective barrier just doesn't work as well as others might, there are certain ingredients to look out for to soothe your chapped face.
Ceramides are molecules that mimic your skin's natural lipid layer, for example. Hyaluronic acid is another ingredient to keep an eye out for. It has the ability to attract and trap moisture like none other. In fact, it can hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, making it one of the wunderkinds of the skin care industry.
But the important thing to do before you go shopping for your new favorite moisturizer is talk to your dermatologist. He or she can identify whether your dry skin is just the result of cold air, or if it's because of an underlying condition. Issues like eczema and psoriasis may need a prescription for proper treatment.
If your symptoms are unconnected to an underlying issue, there are a few things to keep in mind to try to mitigate your skincare woes. Dry skin actually needs exfoliation just as much, if not more, as those who don't suffer from regular flaking. Why? Because those dried patches of skin can actually block pores, which can keep your moisturizer from penetrating deeply. So make sure to exfoliate regularly to keep your skin smooth.
Creams also penetrate damp skin better than dry skin. So make sure to apply your moisturizer before your skin completely dries. If you need to, mist down your face with a hydrating toner before applying, just to make sure everything is supple.
Here are the best face creams for dry skin in 2019:
- Best face cream for dry skin overall: Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream
- Best lightweight face cream for dry skin: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel
- Best drugstore face cream for dry skin: CeraVe Moisturizing Cream
- Best pro-approved face cream for dry skin: Drunk Elephant Protini Polypeptide Cream
- Best plant-based face cream for dry skin: Youth To The People Age Prevention Superfood Cream
Updated on 7/1/2019 by Jada Wong: Updated copy, formatting, links, and prices.
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