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Summer heat could cause dryness in the skin. Using skincare products that boost moisture is one way to battle the unrelenting seasonal weather.
Boosting Skin Moisture This Summer
Summer calls for fun in the sun, but it can leave your skin feeling parched. In addition to drinking plenty of water, eating hydrating foods, and always using sunscreen to protect your skin from UV damage, experts suggest that when it comes to skincare, hydration is a top priority. Opt for a moisturizer with ultra-hydrating ingredients like glycerin and hyaluronic acid like those on the list below and look for lightweight formulas that won't feel heavy or greasy in the heat.
Lancôme Hydra Zen
The Lancôme Hydra Zen Anti-Stress Moisturizing Face Cream, which costs $57, is a versatile moisturizer suitable for normal, dry, combination, and oily skin types. Formulated as a cream, it targets dryness, dullness, and uneven texture. Infused with cacao extract for antioxidant protection, peony extract for a glowing complexion, and Ophiopogon japonicus root extract for soothing benefits, this cream hydrates for up to 24 hours while improving skin texture. Use it daily after cleansing and applying your serum for soft, supple skin.
Honest Beauty Hydrogel Cream
The Honest Beauty Hydrogel Cream, going for $22, is a lightweight yet effective moisturizer infused with jojoba, squalane, and two types of hyaluronic acid to hydrate, soothe, and firm skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines. Dermatologist-tested and cruelty-free, this cream refreshes and cools upon application. Simply apply to clean, dry skin after cleansing, massaging to burst the water and hydrate your skin.
Cetaphil Soothing Gel-Cream with Aloe
The Cetaphil Soothing Gel-Cream with Aloe provides instant hydration and soothing relief for dry, sensitive skin. This gel cream is formulated with aloe vera and moisturizers for 24-hour hydration. Its unique texture absorbs quickly without leaving a greasy residue. Dermatologist-recommended for sensitive skin, it is fragrance and paraben-free, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic.
Kopari Beauty Peptide Glow Hydrating Moisturizer
The $36 Peptide Glow Hydrating Face Moisturizer by Kopari Beauty offers a lightweight, gel-like formula infused with tripeptides, hyaluronic acid, coconut water, and rose extract. This blend plumps, moisturizes, and soothes the skin, leaving a dewy, radiant glow. Ideal for all skin types, the vegan and cruelty-free moisturizer is best applied to freshly cleansed and toned skin morning, day, and night for optimal results.