La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Moisturizer with SPF 30, 2.5 Fl. Oz.

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to 4.7 stars: These ceramide moisturizers are excellent—they might have minor flaws, but we still recommend them. Each La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Moisturizer offering is designed to meet the essential needs of specific skin types. All three products are also dermatologist-tested, allergy-tested, alcohol-free, fragrance-free and paraben-free. Formulated to soothe and hydrate the skin while reinforcing the skin’s barrier, these daily hydrators all feature the same dermatologist-recommended ingredient lineup with some variation to achieve the required level of moisture for each: While Glossier’s After Baume made our skin feel hydrated, it also made it feel oily and greasy—and took a while to soak in. We’d happily use the moisturizer to spot-treat dry patches, but it felt too heavy for everyday wear.

Our dermatologists also recommend antioxidants such as vitamin C and niacinamide. These can give skin a brighter appearance while also fending off damaging free radicals.Lastly, Rubin, the cofounder and medical director of the skincare line Fig.1, notes someone's skin goals can help determine what active ingredients to look for in products. "For example, retinol for those concerned about fine lines, vitamin C and glycolic acid for those looking to brighten their skin," she says. How We Chose Ceramides occur naturally in the skin, but synthetic ceramides are used in skin care products. They also tend to be more stable.

Great for sensitive skin, innisfree’s Green Tea Seed Hyaluronic Acid Cream is made without parabens, sulfates, or synthetic colors. And it contains less than 1 percent of synthetic fragrance. It’s also an effective moisturizer, leaving our skin looking dewy and feeling hydrated shortly after we put it on. Read more: This startup helps you replace your skincare routine with clean beauty products using a simple quiz — I tried everything it recommended We can’t deny that its current price is a lot to spend on a 1.6-ounce moisturizer. But if you’ve struggled to find something that balances out your combination skin, this moisturizer may be worth the splurge. Fenty Skin’s Hydra Vizor Invisible Face Moisturizer is our favorite face moisturizer with SPF—and it’s one of Galaria’s favorites, too. Unlike many sun-protective moisturizers, this one’s lightweight and non-comedogenic. And it never left behind any grease or residue. Embryolisse’s Lait-Crème Concentré doesn’t just hydrate your skin—it also smooths and soothes it. And 15 minutes after using it, we saw a dramatic difference in skin tone and texture.When testing, the lightweight moisturizer absorbed slowly, taking about five minutes to soak in. But once it did, it worked like a dream. Just 15 minutes after using the moisturizer, our skin was 25 to 44 more hydrated than at the start of the test, according to our moisture reader. And we loved the product’s glowy finish: Our skin looked brighter and felt more refreshed.

SkinCeuticals’ Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 may be the priciest product on our list. But when we tested it on combination skin, it worked wonders. The moisturizer balanced out the oiliest parts of our face, making them look matte rather than shiny. And it hydrated all our dry spots, boosting moisture by 5 percent, according to our moisture meter.

Niacinamide: Also known as vitamin B3, this ingredient provides all types of sensitive skin with much-needed soothing. The moisturizer is great for different skin types, including dry, combination, and oily. But it has a strong green tea fragrance, which we found overwhelming. We were able to get past the smell and fall in love with the cream. But people who are sensitive to smells may not like it. My current routine involves a cleanser and brightening vitamin C serum in the mornings, and a cleanser and a combo of alpha and beta hydroxy acids to target any acne and dead skin at night. I needed a moisturizer that would target dryness, make my skin feel bouncy instead of tight, and ultimately, not cause pimples or more redness — all without breaking the bank.

This moisturizer comes at an incredible price, especially since it doubles as a sunscreen. Unfortunately, unlike many of our other favorites, the product isn’t cruelty-free.

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and below: We don't recommend face moisturizers with this rating; you won't find any on our list. We Also Tested Though the cream wasn’t as fast-absorbing as some of our other favorites, it didn’t take long to soak in. And it felt lightweight, comfortable, and easy to wear. Given its non-greasy texture, the moisturizer is great for various skin types, like dry, combination, and sensitive skin. And if you have oily skin, Versed recommends using the rich lotion as a night cream—not an everyday moisturizer. The experts at LovelySkin have partnered with La Roche-Posay to share information about their Toleriane Double Repair products. La Roche-Posay’s Toleriane range of cleansers and moisturizers was created with all types of sensitive skin in mind. Since its debut, the original Double Repair moisturizer for dry skin has been a customer favorite, so it only made sense a version with sun protection would follow. Now, La Roche-Posay is proud to announced that Toleriane Double Repair Matte Moisturizer for oily and combination skin has joined the family. Meet the powerhouse ingredients