Words: Kathryn Lewsey

Hydration is key to good skin and if you’re looking to introduce a new face cream to your regime, then look no further. We’ve put together our top picks that we think are worth splurging on next time you need a hydration hero. These beauties are bound to revive any complexion.

This Works My Wrinkle Extreme Moisturiser, £52, www.thisworks.com

Blitz away those wrinkles with this nourishing treat from This Works. Packed with bakuchiol, a plant-based antioxidant, it works to smooth out and plump skin. Vitamin C and hyaluronic acid are also featured to brighten your complexion and keep it super soft.

Simon Ourian M.D SPF 50, £69, www.simonourianmd.com

We love a multi-tasker and this one is a must for any beauty fanatic. This super hydrating product will moisturise even the driest of skin, all while protecting against UVA/UVB rays, thanks to its powerful SPF50. Not stopping there, it also protects skin from blue light.

 

Aveda botanical Kinetics Intense Hydrating Soft Creme, £41, www.aveda.co.uk

Made up of 97% naturally derived ingredients, this product sinks into skin, locking in hydration. Formulated with moisturising ingredients like Salicornia herbacea and Cupuacu butter, it plumps up skin, leaving it super soft and glowing

Indeed Labs Hydraluron Intense Moisture Lotion, £24.99, indeedlabs.com
This super hydration lotion features a unique blend of high, medium, and low molecular weights of hyaluronic acid creating a multi-layer moisture barrier for your skin. This lightweight formula includes a trio of copper, magnesium, and zinc to protect skin from environmental stressors.

Byroe New York Oat Yogurt Moisture Barrier Cream, £60, www.counterculturestore.co.uk

Say hello to smoother skin with this vegan cream. Containing upcycled oat and vegan soy yogurt complex, this dreamy formula not only hydrates skin, but also protects skin against external irritations and reduces redness.