Best Facial Creams for Dry Skin

Rich, barrier-replenishing face creams that relieve tightness and flaking.

Facial creams for dry skin

Dry skin lacks oil, and dehydrated skin lacks water. Many people have both. The creams here address each by combining humectants like hyaluronic acid with the occlusive and lipid ingredients that slow water loss and restore softness to tight, flaky skin.

Editor's picks

SkinCeuticals Emollience is a rich moisturizer built for dry, depleted skin. Obagi Hydrate Luxe delivers overnight nourishment with shea butter and peptides, and Epicutis Hyvia Creme calms dryness that comes with redness. For barrier repair, Obagi Rebalance Skin Barrier Recovery Cream replenishes ceramides.

How to get the most from a rich cream

Apply to slightly damp skin to trap surface moisture, and layer a hydrating serum underneath for a bigger reservoir of water. In dry months, a heavier night cream helps prevent the tightness that leads to flaking.

Featured Best Facial Creams for Dry Skin Reviews

Obagi Hydrate Light Gel Cream Moisturizer
Obagi Hydrate Light Gel Cream Moisturizer
4.7 (51 reviews) 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 51 reviews
$70.00
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EltaMD Skin Recovery Light Moisturizer
EltaMD Skin Recovery Light Moisturizer
4.4 (29 reviews) 4.4 out of 5 stars based on 29 reviews
$53.00
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SkinCeuticals Metacell Renewal B3
SkinCeuticals Metacell Renewal B3
4.7 (113 reviews) 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 113 reviews
$130.00
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“Makes my face feel hydrated and smooth! Will continue to purchase. Highly recommend!”

— Adri R.
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