One of beauty’s first matte moisturizers is also one of its most enduring. First launched by brand cofounder Carol Phillips, the fan favorite gained a new iteration in 2020, featuring two different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid and biofermented aloe extract, lactobacillus and activated aloe water.Dieux Instant AngelAt the nexus of social media street cred and science, Dieux’s clinically backed moisturizer satisfies scientists and internet denizens alike.
Results oriented: Ultra Repair Cream has been First Aid Beauty’s top seller for more than a decade, with one sold every 10 seconds.Combining squalane and glacial glycoprotein, Kiehl’s mainstay moisturizer has stood the test of time. The result is a dependable and deeply moisturizing formula that’s been on top of the world since its launchn — literally.
Results oriented: SkinCeuticals’ Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2 is the brand’s top-selling corrective product.Derms rave about the high levels of actives — lipids, peptides and glycerin — that give this moisturizer its name. One of the very first products catering to barrier health, it’s a key engine behind Skinfix’s surging sales at Sephora and an ideal salve for in-office procedures and sensitized skin alike.