Momtrends MVP's: Best Daytime Moisturizers
What is the most important product in your skincare regimen? I know it may be hard to nail your go-to products down to one main pick, but daytime moisturizer will definitely always be on my skincare must-haves list!
I simply can't get through the day without moisturizer. So, that just may be my top choice. And that is exactly why I have a slew of what I consider the best daytime moisturizers for you in this Momtrends MVP’s edition.
Our Picks for Best Daytime Moisturizers
You may recall when we covered serums and facial oils for one of our Momtrends MVP’s lists. Well, moisturizer always comes next for me after I apply my oil or serum, so I wanted to make sure we concentrated on the next natural skincare step for at least one post in our series!
For me, if my moisturizer doesn't have a built-in sunscreen, I apply that after my serum application and then moisturizer in the morning. Of course, if you prefer a low maintenance skincare routine, you could skip those steps and just pick up a multi-purpose moisturizer that does it all, but I digress...
Don’t worry. If you enjoy a more comprehensive skin are routine, I have a daytime moisturizer for you, too. Many of us share skin issues, but I may be more concerned about anti-aging ingredients or extra hydration, while you may prefer a lighter weight moisturizer.
Here at Momtrends, we want to serve as much of our audience as we possibly can, so I tried to create a truly comprehensive daytime moisturizers' list that tackles a variety of skin concerns.
Why You Need a Moisturizer
With winter nearly here, now is a great time to switch up your skin care products for heavier formulas. Most of us need to tweak things at least a little bit with each changing season. And moisturizer is the first thing I change when the weather cools down. Less humidity, means less moisture. You can take that to the bank!
Extra hydration is rarely a bad idea in the cold weather months, but you know your skin best. If it produces a lot of oil, perhaps you want to avoid the heavier creams I gravitate to and stick with lighter weight options. Either way, you are sure to find a daytime moisturizer that fits your current needs here.
And, as always, my beauty MVP’s include both drugstore and luxury skincare products, so you can shop according to your budget. I don’t want you to blow all your holiday funds on one super spendy jar of skin cream. Of course, don’t let me stop you if you want to treat yourself! There is no shame in skincare self-care my friends!
On that note, let’s talk about the best daytime moisturizers...
Best Oil Free Moisturizer
If you’re on the other side of forty, and you didn’t experience the resurgence of breakouts, consider yourself lucky. So many of us have or will get acne again, so having a moisturizer that won’t add extra oil to the equation is clutch.
This one with a super hydrating gel formula has a cult following with good reason. The Squalene in it mimic's your skin's natural oil. It will give you a most coveted shine-free glow. It's also calming, which is clutch when we're talking about breakouts!
Get Biossance Squalene + Probiotic Moisturizer on Amazon here (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
Best Whipped Moisturizer
I love moisturizers with.a whipped texture because they absorb SO quickly and feel just lovely going on. And this one is great for acne-prone skin too. Like I said, if you haven’t yet experienced adult onset breakouts, it may be coming, so it's better to be prepared.
And if it is already an issue for you, know you most definitely aren’t alone. It's time to steer clear of heavy, pore clogging moisturizers. You’re in the clear, so to speak, with this lightweight formula that contains hyaluronic acid, one of my fave hydrating ingredients!
Get Youth to the People Superfood Air Whip Moisture Cream on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
Best Anti-Aging Moisturizer
I’m always looking for anti-aging products that produce results fairly quickly, and this moisturizer does just that! Get ready for smoother, younger looking skin from day one. An instant firming effect occurs and with continued use you will see those fine lines diminished!
And also with your first application, your skin will feel SO soft. Trust me, a more even skin tone and glowing complexion will most likely soon follow. At least that was my experience. Plus, it contains one of my go-to anti-aging ingredients niacinamide!
Get Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream Moisturizer on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
Best Calming Moisturizer:
If you're prone to irritation, looking into a calming moisturizer like this one from Algenist. My skin was incredibly irritated, and this moisturizer was so soothing. If you have sensitive skin, I'm sure you’re no stranger to redness and irritation, so it’s not a bad idea to have a calming moisturizer on deck.
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It's an instant relief kind of situation. I'm coming at you with hero products today my friends. It's on the thicker side which makes it extra soothing! Calendula is just one of the super soothing agents!
Get Algenist Genius Collagen Calming Relief on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
Best Brightening Moisturizer:
If age spots are an issue, Vitamin C could be your best friend! It fights discoloration, brightens your complexion AND helps give it a plump, firm, decidedly youthful appearance.
This formula has Vitamin E for extra hydration and antioxident action too!You really can't beat a cream that tackles dark spots while hydrating at the same time! And while you're at it, pick up their Lip Sleeping Mask. It is the literal best for relieving dry lips!
Get Laneige Radian-C Cream on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
Best Tinted Moisturizer:
I’m not a big fan of foundation, especially if I’m not going in front of the camera, but tinted moisturizer, I love! This one gives you that nice, blurred Instagram filter effect. And it's TikTok famous, so you know it's good, haha!
I actually mix my tinted moisturizer with a bit of regular moisturizer for even lighter coverage. It’s a tip I learned from Julie Bowen when I interviewed her several years ago, and I’ve been doing it ever since.
Get Wet n Wild Bare Focus Tinted Hydrator on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
Best Organic Moisturizer:
Acure is one of my very favorite drugstore natural brands and I’ve yet to try one of their products that I didn’t love. This nutrient rich moisturizer is one of my absolute favorites. It’s a dream for super dry skin making it perfect for winter.
My skin positively craves extra hydration when the temperatures start to cool down. This formula delivers without being too heavy. It’s a fine line.
Get Acure Ultra Hydrating Plant Ceramide Daily Face Lotion on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
Best Moisturizer with Sunscreen
There are two skincare steps that I absolutely refuse to skip, sunscreen and moisturizer. I bet you fellow busy moms will appreciate how this product cuts these steps from two to one! Your skin will be hydrated and protected from UVA/UVB rays.
No matter where you live, sunscreen should always be in your beauty arsenal. It’s just as much for your health as it is for your skin’s appearance. And this moisturizer with sunscreen is one I use every single day! Hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and SPF are a dream team!
Get Cerave AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion with Sunscreen on Amazon here. (note: this is an Amazon Affiliate link)
So, now that you have a few new daytime moisturizer choices to choose from, which one are you going to try? You can't go wrong with any of the options here. They're all holy grail product list worthy in my book!
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