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Moisturiser - if you had a limited budget what would you suggest?

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CaviarAndCigarettes · 06/01/2021 22:23

My thirties have crept up on me and I need a decent.. or at least affordable.. moisturiser. My skin is generally dry, can be oily around the T zone during TOTM.
My husband is currently the sole wage earner so although I have some money to myself I'm looking under the £10 mark. Not looking for miracles, just hoping for a decent no frills product that will prevent if not cure!

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hallodarknessmyoldfriend · 06/01/2021 22:28

Weleda skin food light

CaviarAndCigarettes · 06/01/2021 22:28

I should clarify, I'm talking about a facial moisturiser.

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CaviarAndCigarettes · 06/01/2021 22:30

@hallodarknessmyoldfriend gosh my update looked really rude there as I hadn't seen your comment! Apologies!

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CaviarAndCigarettes · 06/01/2021 22:31

But thank you for your suggestion, i have never heard of this. Is it a facial moisturiser?

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MyNameForToday1980 · 06/01/2021 22:34

I use Avene, it might be £12, it's sometimes in the sale, and often 3 for 2 at Boots.

MuckyPlucky · 06/01/2021 22:35

I used to spend a bit on face moisturisers until I discovered Lidl and Aldi’s products. They are genuinely brilliant. They each do a few different ones, depending on how «mature» etc your skin is, and they’re only a couple of quid so I recommend having a play about with different ones from there & I promise you’ll be impressed!

Sundance5 · 06/01/2021 22:37

I use Aveeno on my face for years, I have dry skin and it's the best product I have ever tried. It's a decent price too and on offer lots.

Mapletreelane · 06/01/2021 22:37

Late 40s, sensitive dry skin with oily T zone here. I've always been strict and fussy about skincare regime. Discovered a few years ago Nivea nourishing night creme for combination skin. Love it and it is £2.00 at Asda! That said, I suspect think key drivers of a glowing complexion are drinking enough water, exercise, fruit and veg and staying out of sun. Good luck trying some suggestions out OP..

barebetty · 06/01/2021 22:37

I switched to cruelty free last year so this instantly limits some options.

I’ve been really happy with Superdrug own brand stuff. Either their E45 or vitamin E stuff.

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MyNameForToday1980 · 06/01/2021 22:39

Ah shoot, it's currently 15.50

www.boots.com/avene-hydrance-rich-hydrating-cream-moisturiser-40ml-10242627

When it's in the sale, it's brilliant.

dun1urkin · 06/01/2021 22:47

Superdrug vitamin E or Nivea Soft

partyatthepalace · 06/01/2021 22:48

I think Superdrug’s b radiant range is v v good. They have a few (b nourished etc) but I think it’s b radiant for 30s skin. So go be 🌟

Didiusfalco · 06/01/2021 22:50

I’ve tried a lot of the bells and whistles stuff and come back to Nivea q10. Often available around the £5 mark.

Joanie34 · 06/01/2021 22:52

Nivea. Always go back to it if I'm tempted away. Aldi tempts me away... used Clinique before kids. Would still choose Nivea. Always on offer somewhere 👍

lemon12 · 06/01/2021 22:52

I use lidi or Aldi products. They are wonderful and di the job

FunnysInLaJardin · 06/01/2021 22:52

I've used Nivea Q10 for years, its great and very reasonable. I used to use all sorts of expensive shit until I couldn't afford to and tbh Nivea is as good as anything else

Cavagirl · 06/01/2021 22:54

Another vote for Aldi caviar. Brilliant stuff. There was some investigation done a few years back & it's got the same ingredients as La Prarie (?! This may be hearsay!) True or not it's an absolute bargain for the quality.

howmanyroads · 06/01/2021 22:54

Nivea soft

Nat6999 · 06/01/2021 22:58

I use the L'oreal Expert Anti wrinkle ones, buy them when Boots have 3 for 2 offers.

287xx · 06/01/2021 22:58

Simple water boost gel cream. Inexpensive, really hydrating while helping with oiliness and doesn’t make oily bits any oilier!

CeeceeBloomingdale · 06/01/2021 23:00

Aldi! Way better than creams 50 times the price

alltoomuchrightnow · 06/01/2021 23:00

The Inkey turmeric , my oily sensitive skin LOVES it, it's around £7.99

forestsmurf · 06/01/2021 23:05

Aldi caviar here too its £7 or £8 and great quality. Also mid 30's with similar skin to OP.

oohmyback · 06/01/2021 23:07

I agree with @muckyplucky love Aldi! I use the lacura rejuvelate day cream it's lush!

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