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Hydration heroes: our faves for radiant-looking skin
Written byEmily Coates
Reviewed byH&B Regulatory Affairs
Dry, dull skin? Meet your hydration heroes. From indulgent body oils to overnight masks, get ready to glow up your skincare routine with our favourite moisturising must-haves
Our top picks
Vegan friendly
Cetaphil
Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser Face Wash 236ml
£9.38
RRP £12.50
Lightweight lotion
Cetaphil
Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Face Moisturiser 88ml
£12.38
RRP £16.50
UVA and UVB protection
Q+A
Q+A Squalane SPF50 Hydrating Daily Facial Sunscreen 50ml
£12.00
RRP £15.00
Dehydrated skin isn’t a vibe. It’s time to hit refresh with ultra-hydrating skincare that floods your complexion with moisture and leaves you looking dewy and fresh. We’ve rounded up our skincare superstars to quench its thirst and help bring back the glow you’ve been missing.
Think of this as a rescue mission for thirsty skin. With luxurious night creams, refreshing toners, body oils and SPF protection, these products are packed with skin-loving ingredients like hyaluronic acid, rosehip, probiotics and squalane to keep your skin feeling nourished, moisturised and photo-ready (goodbye filters!).
Looking for a gentle cleanser that does it all? This might just be your new skincare essential. The Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser is a luxurious cream-to-foam formula from the UK’s #1 dermatologist-recommended cleansing brand. It’s here to wash away pore-clogging dirt, excess oil and makeup.
Enriched with skin-loving ingredients like aloe, glycerin, niacinamide (vitamin B3) and panthenol (vitamin B5), this gentle foaming face wash leaves your skin feeling fresh, soft and comfortably hydrated. It supports your skin’s natural barrier and pH balance, making it ideal for dry or normal skin types, and hydration you’ll actually feel.
The Flora Probiotic Skin-Rescue Hyaluronic Mask is a soothing, hydrating mask infused with Kalibiome probiotics to help reduce redness, plant-based hyaluronic acid for moisture and Harakeke flax to nourish the skin.
Simply smooth a generous layer over cleansed skin, leave for up to 15 minutes, then rinse with warm water. Use two to three times a week for a calmer, clearer complexion.
What sets this mask apart is its unique blend of probiotics and botanical hydrators, working together to support the skin barrier while delivering intense hydration. Certified vegan, it’s a must-have for anyone looking to soothe and revive dry skin.
A clever cream that works while you snooze? Sounds Super! Powered by the Resync SleepSmart Complex™, this nighttime wonder supposedly syncs with your skin to leave it feeling smoother, more hydrated and refreshed by morning.1
The overnight treatment is designed to work while you sleep, nourishing and hydrating your skin. Infused with rosehip, shea butter and allantoin (found in plants like comfrey), it helps improve softness and radiance.
What sets this apart? The Resync SleepSmart Complex™ features B-Circardin™ and a fatigue-fighting active, working when your skin is most receptive.2 Unlike standard night creams, it doesn’t just hydrate – it aims to optimise overnight rejuvenation. Multitasking at its finest.
Meet your skin’s new daily treat. The Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Face Moisturiser is designed to deliver instant, long-lasting hydration – without the fuss. Lightweight, fast-absorbing and non-greasy, this moisturiser is perfect for dry, dehydrated or delicate skin.
Formulated with powerful hydrators like hyaluronic acid and glycerin, it helps to smooth, soften and protect. Whether you’re heading out or staying in, it keeps dryness and tightness at bay. It’s also dermatologically tested, non-comedogenic and fragrance-free – so it shouldn’t clog pores or upset delicate skin.
Questioning post-shower moisture? We’ve got an answer for that. The Q+A Hyaluronic Acid Post-Shower Moisturiser is a lightweight, fast-absorbing formula designed to be applied to wet skin straight after showering.
Simply massage it in before towelling off to lock in moisture and leave your skin feeling soft and smooth. With a fresh apple and avocado scent, it’s a refreshing way to start or end your day.
Unlike your usual body lotion, this formula works with damp skin to maximise hydration while saving you time. Formulated with hyaluronic acid (which works best when applied to wet skin), avocado oil, hazelnut oil and prebiotics, it deeply moisturises, supports the skin barrier and keeps dryness at bay – all in a quick, effortless step.
This rich yet easily absorbed cream is your skin’s instant hydration fix. Packed with Rosapene™, manuka honey and lavender, it works to nourish and maintain moisture, leaving your skin soft, smooth and comfortable for the day.
Unlike heavier creams that sit on the surface, this formula sinks in effortlessly, delivering long-lasting hydration without the greasy feel. With a blend of rosehip, coconut and evening primrose oils, it helps to replenish for a radiant, healthy-looking glow.
Heard the buzz about Skin Salvation? Here’s another one from the Balmonds dream team. This body oil is packed with natural nourishing botanicals like hemp seed oil, lavender, calendula and Roman chamomile. It locks in moisture and can be used in multiple ways: massage onto dry skin, apply after a shower, add a few drops to your bath or even use as a cleansing or shaving oil.
What sets this oil apart is its rich yet lightweight formula that hydrates without feeling greasy. The soothing blend of botanicals helps calm and soften skin, making it a must for anyone looking to nourish, protect and help restore their skin’s natural glow.
Q+A Squalane SPF50 Hydrating Daily Facial Sunscreen is a lightweight, fast-absorbing SPF that delivers broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection while letting the skin sip in that moisture. Infused with plant-based squalane, it nourishes and moisturises without leaving a greasy feel or heavy residue. Simply apply as the final step in your morning skincare routine for added sun protection.
What makes this sunscreen a standout is its hybrid mineral formula, designed to hydrate while shielding your skin from harmful rays – without the dreaded white cast. Packed with green tea and sesame extract, it supports the skin barrier, aims to leave your complexion glowing. Remember to reapply sun cream if you’re out in the rays for an extended period of time, or if your skin gets wet.
Prefer a different skincare boost? Their 50 SPF family also includes options enriched with peptides or niacinamide for targeted skin benefits.
Our new bedside table essential, Dr. Paw Paw Overnight Lip Mask is a multi-purpose balm designed to nourish and protect dry lips while you dream. Packed with pawpaw (papaya), aloe vera and olive oil, it melts into the lips for an intense PM-AM treatment.
Just apply a generous layer before bed and wake up to a softer, smoother pout. This unscented formula can also be used throughout the day on lips, cuticles and dry patches for an extra moisture hit.
Unlike your typical lip balm, this award-winning formula absorbs fully rather than just sitting on the surface, delivering lasting hydration with every use. Peptides help plump and smooth, while castor and olive oils lock in moisture without feeling too greasy.
The final say
When your skin is crying out for moisture, these superstars are ready to drench it in hydration and lock in lasting moisture – even if sometimes it’s just to embrace that, “Have you just moisturised?” or “Wow I woke up with super soft skin” feeling.
So whether you need a supercharged SPF, a rich night cream or a pocket-sized spritz for an instant refresh, these skincare saviours have got you covered from head-to-toe. And remember, topping up your daily water intake is another way to help support your skin too.
Still wondering what’s fact or fiction when it comes to hydration? Head to our hydration myths article to separate an ocean of truths from the tall tales of #WaterTok.
This article provides informational advice and is not a substitute for medical care. Curated by experts for accuracy, we take great care to ensure the information is up-to-date and relevant. However, you should always consult your GP or healthcare professional before using supplements or alternative products, particularly if you have medical conditions or are under supervision.
- Resync SleepSmart Night Creams - Super Facialist [Internet]. Super Facialist. 2024 [cited 2025 Mar 27]. Available from: https://www.superfacialist.co.uk/collections/resync-sleepsmart%E2%84%A2
- Basel CL. B-Circadin® [Internet]. Clariant Ltd. 2024 [cited 2025 Mar 27]. Available from: https://www.clariant.com/en/Solutions/Products/2018/04/10/08/39/BCircadin
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