Face Moisturisers for Dry Skin

Shop face moisturisers for dry skin at Evergreen, from lightweight hydrating lotions to rich, nourishing creams. Discover natural skincare from trusted brands, with formulas designed to help dry skin feel softer, smoother and more comfortable.

Face Moisturisers for Dry Skin

Dry skin can feel tight, rough or uncomfortable, particularly after cleansing or during colder weather. Choosing a moisturiser that provides enough hydration and nourishment can help keep your skin feeling soft and comfortable throughout the day.

At Evergreen, you'll find face moisturisers for dry skin from trusted skincare brands, from lightweight everyday lotions to richer creams for skin that needs a little more nourishment.

How to Choose a Moisturiser for Dry Skin

The best moisturiser for your skin will depend on how dry it feels, the texture you prefer and the rest of your skincare routine.

If your skin is only occasionally dry, you may prefer a lightweight hydrating moisturiser. Skin that feels persistently dry or tight may suit a richer cream containing a combination of hydrating and nourishing ingredients.

Texture matters too. The richest cream isn't automatically the best choice – a moisturiser you'll enjoy using consistently is often more useful than one that feels too heavy for your skin.

What Ingredients Are Good for Dry Skin?

There are several ingredients commonly found in moisturisers for dry skin.

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is a humectant, which means it attracts and holds water. It's widely used in hydrating skincare and can be found in both lightweight moisturisers and richer creams.

Glycerin

Glycerin is another commonly used humectant. It helps attract moisture and is found in many everyday face creams and lotions.

Ceramides

Ceramides are lipids naturally present in the skin and form part of the skin barrier. They're commonly included in moisturisers designed for dry skin and barrier support.

Plant Oils and Butters

Ingredients such as jojoba oil, rosehip oil and shea butter can give moisturisers a richer, more nourishing feel.

Rather than choosing a moisturiser based on one ingredient alone, consider the complete formulation and how it feels on your skin.

Light or Rich Moisturiser for Dry Skin?

Dry skin doesn't always require a very heavy cream. A light moisturiser for dry skin can work well during the daytime, warmer weather or for skin that needs hydration without a rich finish.

Richer face creams can be useful when your skin feels particularly dry or during colder weather, when changes in temperature and indoor heating can leave skin feeling less comfortable.

Some people prefer a lighter moisturiser in the morning and a richer cream as part of their evening routine.

Dry and Sensitive Skin

Dryness and sensitivity can sometimes occur together, but they're not the same skin type. If your skin is easily irritated as well as dry, you may prefer a simple formula developed specifically with sensitive skin in mind. Introduce new skincare gradually and pay attention to how your skin responds.

Explore our Moisturisers for Sensitive Skin if sensitivity is your main concern.

Can Oily or Combination Skin Also Feel Dry?

Yes. How oily your skin is and how well hydrated it feels aren't necessarily the same thing.

If some areas of your face feel oily while others feel dry, our Moisturisers for Combination Skin may be a better place to start. Likewise, people with oily skin can still use moisturiser. Our Moisturisers for Oily Skin focus on lighter formulas suited to that skin type.

Day and Night Moisturisers for Dry Skin

You don't necessarily need separate day and night creams. For daytime, you may prefer a moisturiser that layers comfortably beneath make-up and facial SPF. At night, some people enjoy using a richer cream as the final step in their evening skincare routine.

During the day, apply a suitable Facial SPF after your moisturiser if your moisturiser doesn't provide appropriate sun protection.

Building a Skincare Routine for Dry Skin

A simple routine can be a good starting point.

Choose a gentle Face Cleanser, particularly if your skin feels tight after washing. Follow with any hydrating serum you use, then apply your moisturiser while your skin still feels comfortable.

You can also explore our wider Dry Skin collection for cleansers, face oils, serums and other skincare products suited to dry skin.

Shop Moisturisers for Dry Skin at Evergreen

Explore face moisturisers for dry skin from trusted skincare brands at Evergreen.

Choose from lightweight hydrating moisturisers, nourishing lotions and rich face creams, or explore our complete Natural Face Moisturisers range to compare products for every skin type.