Recommendations for a good facial moisturiser

[indecisivewoman81]

Hi,

My skin seems to be changing as I get older. The skin on my chin especially is dry and rough (sand paper comes to mind) and I think I might need a new moisturiser.

I have been using number 7 hydro for years and love the feel but it doesn't seem to last and my skin drinks it in.

I wear make up most days and take it off with micellar water and cotton wool.

I am in my early 40s and my budget is probably up to £20 (not a lot I know)

Has anyone got any excellent recommendations?

Honestly so many products you could look at, Revolution x Sali Hughes range, CeraVe, to mention a couple; but you might find if you use a different type of cleanser as micellar water can be a bit harsh if used daily plus a serum before moisturiser would help too.

I really rate this one from The Ordinary https://theordinary.com/en-gb/natural-moisturizing-factors-ha-moisturizer-100435.html, less than a tenner and I pair it with hyaluronic acid for extra moisture.
I find Micellar water really dries my skin - have you considered trying an oil based cleanser instead?

Try Nivea, it's not glamorous but does the job.

Byoma's range of moisturisers are excellent. They are all under £15 and available from Boots. I have eczema and have very dry skin, I use the moisturising rich cream, its excellent. If your skin needs an extra boost, get the hydrating serum too, it's beautiful.

As you get older it's not unusual for skin to change. You should be exfoliating more often now as well - I almost never exfoliated and now do it about twice a week at least.

Agree with micellar water - I don' think it's great as an everyday cleanser. I'd also look at a balm/oil based cleanser. I haven't tried it but the Sali Hughes one by Revolution is probably a good shout - her favourite cleanser is the same as mine (Pharmacy) and I think she tried to make hers a cheaper but similar version.

Brands I think are pretty good you can experiment with include:
Elf - all the beauty editors are raving about it currently and I have to say I am loving the day cream.
Cerave - hugely popular at the top end of your price range. I prefer th body product to the face products, but that's just me.
Neutrogena
Nivea - it's an oldy but a goody. It does the job.
Versed - supposed to be really good although I haven't tried it myself.

Thank you. I had no idea that micellar water could be to blame for drying my skin out. I will definitely look at a more oil based cleanser.

We're of a similar age.

I swapped to the Aldi Caviar day and night creams a few years back and find them to be amazing. This is one of several reviews praising it as a great option. Certainly doesn't feel like it's only £7.99 a pot.

https://www.mylondon.news/whats-on/reviews/aldi-cream-dupe-la-prairie-25400010?utm_source=sharebar&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=sharebar

I like cerave and the new no.7 future renew range. It's huge step up from the normal no7 range.

I use Cerave and the Aveeno Calm and restore night cream
They also do a cleanser which are very soothing as they contain oat complex
All within your price range
I'm 58 and am happy with my sensitive dry skin

I'm using the "pure" range in M&S and very impressed. I'm mid 50's with dry and very fair skin if that helps

I switched to oil based cleansiers a few years ago now and they are so much better.
at the moment I am using this one - its cheap, often on offer, not too scented and suits my 55yo skin, as well as that of my teen daughters. It comes with a muslin cloth, but I just use a flannel.

https://www.superdrug.com/skin/face-skin-care/cleansers/hot-cloth-cleansing/superdrug-naturally-radiant-hot-cloth-face-cleanser-150ml/p/516251

I use Lyonsleaf beauty balm as a cleanser and a moisturiser. I cannot recommend it enough.

I like the Superdrug hot cloth cleanser too @TheClitterati

It's often on offer so I rarely pay full price, just stock up. Been using it for a few years now.

I like using the little cloths when I'm on holiday, they're less bulky than flannels.

I use Lidl products! I use hot cloth cleanser, and micellar water if Ive had heavy foundation on - but always rinse my face afterwards. Then I use the eye cream and face serum. Ive tried much more expensive products, and these do the trick for a fraction of the price.

I don't think you can go far wrong with classic Nivea, that's in my rotation, as is Weleda skin food.

Bobbi brown !!

DHC deep cleansing oil is a great cleanser. So do you mean you don't wash your face, just use micellar with cotton wool?

Cetaphil and Aldi are really effective on my skin now it's older and drier. I used to spend a fortune on skincare but find these brands most effective and give change from a tenner.

Agree that Nivea is wonderful .. I've used it for years (decades!) I am mid 60s with no wrinkles or lines.

The best thing you can do is exfoliate - all you need is a flannel wrung out in warm water. Then a good rich moisturiser at night like Ponds Cold Cream and a lighter one for the day.

currently on Oriflame Age Revive night cream and loving it!
not greasy,weird or thick

cerave and vitamin c. Its done a world of good for my menopausal skin! It looks fab!

This 100% plus this cream, people having been commenting on how good my skin looks
I use the L'Oréal vitamin C serum.
Also have menopausal skin

www.revolutionbeauty.com/uk/en/makeup/face/primer/revolution-pro-miracle-cream/1694681.html

I agree with Gingerisbest re exfoliation. I was really struggling to find any moisturiser that worked. I ended up using Alpha H Liquid Gold, as regular exfoliators weren't cutting the mustard. After using it for a couple of weeks, my array of failed moisturisers suddenly started working beautifully and my skin soft and smooth. I then switched to regular exfoliators twice a week ...

Hyaluronic acid under the moisturiser also helps.

And just another thought - I have no idea how much water you drink, but have you tried upping it so you are moisturising from the inside out?

I find Omega 3 oils also help soften the skin.

I hope you find something that helps. :)

Re cleansers - I like Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish - a cream cleanser with a muslin cloth which gently exfoliates, but any creamy cleanser with cloth will probably do the trick too ... I have cleaned with olive oil from the kitchen when I have run out using a cloth to remove which actually worked a treat too! Saves a fortune!