1/10

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream

First Aid Beauty Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Formulated for dry, flaky skin 
• Suitable for sensitive and eczema-prone skin 
• Suitable for face and body 
• Whipped, non-greasy texture 

HELLO! Tried & Tested

"I started using the Ultra Repair Cream during the winter when my skin was feeling extremely dry, and it has become my absolute favourite. I use it every night and in the mornings on no-makeup days. I've found that it really keeps my dry patches at bay, and the whipped texture soaks into the skin quickly without fueeling greasy. 

It is rich, so I tend to avoid wearing it over makeup, but the soothing moisturiser can be applied anywhere on your body for some extra nourishment."

Sophie Bates, Commerce Writer 

2/10

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Magic Cream

Charlotte Tilbury Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Contains SPF15 
• Available in four sizes 
• Barrier boosting 

HELLO! Tried & Tested

"This is a moisturiser I just keep coming back to - especially when my skin is feeling a little parched and I'm in serious need of some hydration.

Loved by celebrities and supermodels, the results-driven formula is infused with a magic matrix of oils, Charlotte's 'magic 8' of supercharged skincare ingredients and SPF15 to flood your complexion with moisture and transform the appearance of tired, dull skin for a glowing, dewy, plumper-looking canvas! What's more, it moisturises for up to 24 hours."

Leanne Bayley, Director of Commerce & Lifestyle

3/10

Avène Tolerance Soothing Skin Recovery Cream

Avène Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Suitable for sensitive skin 
• Calming D-Sensinose ingredients
• Barrier-restoring 
• 98% natural ingredients   

HELLO! Tried & Tested

"I have extremely sensitive skin, am prone to eczema and don't like fragrances or heavy creams, so my regular skincare routine includes French pharmacy products from Avene, which has gentle treatments specially designed for 'hypersenstive' skin. One of my go-to's is the Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Cream - it's a very lightweight, fragrance-free moisturiser that works well under makeup and soothes my skin immediately if it's feeling overly dry, tight, hot or irritated. 

My holy grail for instantly calmer skin is the Tolerance cream and a spritz of the Avene Eau Thermale mineral water mist - if you struggle with itchiness and redness, I highly recommend trying it out."

Karen Silas, Senior Lifestyle Editor 

4/10

Elizabeth Arden Retinol & HPR Ceramide Rapid Skin Renewing Water Cream

Elizabeth Arden Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Combines retinol, hyaluronic acid and peptides
• Works to reduce fine lines and wrinkles 
• Works to improve tone and texture 
• Lightweight 

HELLO! Tried & Tested 

"I have been blown away by Elizabeth Arden's Retinol + HPR Ceramide Rapid Skin Renewing Water Cream. This moisturiser is powered by Retinol and HPR (hydroxy pinacolone retinoate) which is a super gentle but effective. 

Packed with skin-caring ingredients like ginger root extract, peptides, hyaluronic acid and bisabolol (chamomile flower extract) this moisturiser has changed the game with my skin. It can be used day and night, too."

Leanne Bayley, Director of Commerce & Lifestyle

5/10

La Roche-Posay Nutritic Intense Moisturiser Riche

La Roche-Posay Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Soothing on dry skin 
• Rich texture 
• Reinforces natural skin barrier

HELLO Tried & Tested

"Growing up in France, La Roche-Posay products have long been on my radar. The bathroom cabinets at my parents' house were full of them and my mum would always lend me her moisturisers to help calm my sensitive skin.

I've found the Nutritic Intense Rich moisturiser to be the best of the bunch and a total saviour during the colder months when low temperatures and heating wreak havoc with my skin. Applying a layer of the cream before I go to bed every night helps keep angry eczema flare ups at bay while ensuring my skin stayed nourished and hydrated."

Kate Thomas, Lifestyle Managing Editor

6/10

CeraVe Moisturising Cream

CeraVe Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Contains three ceramides to protect the skin barrier 
• Formulated with hyaluronic acid 
• Fragrance-free and non-comedogenic
  
• Hydrating without feeling greasy

HELLO! Tried & Tested 

"I have eczema and very sensitive skin so I’m super careful as far as what products I use on my face and body. CeraVe’s moisturiser is one I swear by - it’s so lightweight but somehow feels so nourishing and keeps my skin soft and moisturised all day. It’s fragrance-free, and I use it year round."

Karen Silas, Senior Lifestyle Editor

7/10

Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré Multi-Purpose Moisturiser

Embryolisse Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Multipurpose – works as a moisturiser, primer, and makeup remover 
• Provides satin film for a glowing complexion 
• Non-greasy
• Comes in two sizes 

HELLO! Tried & Tested 

"I've been using the Embyolisse Lait-Crème Concentré since seeing it go viral on TikTok and I can confirm it lives up to the hype. 

I use it every time I wear makeup, opting for a thicker moisturiser at night. The cream is super hydrating despite feeling so lightweight on the skin, and because it's designed to act as a primer too, it keeps my makeup for longer than any other moisturiser I've tried without ever flaking. It's also a favourite amongst celebs including Michelle Keegan"

Sophie Bates, Commerce Writer 

8/10

Augustinus Bader The Cream

Augustinus Bader Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Comes in four sizes
• Protects skin from free radical damage and oxidative stress
•  Lightweight 
• Evens tone and texture 

HELLO! Tried & Tested 

"Whenever dry skin flares up, I always reach for Augustinus Bader's The Cream - it's expensive, and I don't want to love it, but I do. I've used so many creams and serums in my days and this is the one that not only moisturises my skin, but doesn't pill the flaking skin nor does it make it look greasy - just glowy. 

It also reduced my redness, a common side effect for me when dry skin occurs, and smooths out lines and wrinkles. I couldn't say if it would be the one for those with super sensitive skin, but if you're like me who gets dry skin moments, it's worth keeping as a quick fix."

Carla Challis, Commerce Partnerships Editor 

9/10

Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator

Clinique Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Refreshing gel-cream texture 
• Enriched with Hyaluronic Acid and Aloe Bioferment for deep hydration 
• Safe for sensitive skin
• Comes in three sizes 

HELLO! Tried & Tested

"I have combination skin (a mostly oily T-zone with some dry/dehydrated patches), and Clinique's Moisture Surge is my holy grail moisturiser to use in the morning. 

The inclusion of Hyaluronic Acid means it's super hydrating, but the lightweight, oil-free formula ensures my skin isn't left looking shiny. It's a dream to wear under makeup too - one of the only day creams that I find doesn't cause pilling."

Hollie Brotherton, Lifestyle & Commerce Senior Writer 

10/10

Origins Dr Weil Mega-Mushroom Relief & Resilience Soothing Treatment Lotion

Origins Moisturiser for Dry Skin

Why We Love It

• Can be used a moisturiser or pre-moisturiser treatment
• Enriched with Reishi, Sea Buckthorn and Fermented Chaga
• Lightweight
  
• Comes in two sizes 

HELLO! Tried & Tested 

"If you have sensitive, reactive skin but also love a spa vibe, the Mega-Mushroom Fortifying Emulsion from plant science-based Origins should be on your radar. I have tried sooo many moisturisers to find ones that agree with my very picky skin, and I use this daily to leave my face feeling silky, non-irritated and soft. 

One of the Mega-Mushroom line's key ingredients is Reishi mushroom, used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-redness and calming properties. The emulsion is formulated to help strengthen the skin barrier as well as deeply moisturise, plus it's perfume-free - although it does have a slightly grassy, refreshing scent that I find very soothing."

Karen Silas, Senior Lifestyle Editor