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Hydration heroes: our faves for radiant-looking skin

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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 Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser Face Wash 236ml
4.73

Cetaphil

Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser Face Wash 236ml

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£9.37

RRP £12.50

Hyaluronic acid

Antipodes Flora Probiotic Skin-Rescue Hyaluronic Mask 75ml
4.64

Antipodes

Antipodes Flora Probiotic Skin-Rescue Hyaluronic Mask 75ml

£32.00

UVA and UVB protection

Q+A Squalane SPF50 Hydrating Daily Facial Sunscreen 50ml
4.78

Q+A

Q+A Squalane SPF50 Hydrating Daily Facial Sunscreen 50ml

£15.00

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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!).
Exuviance Overnight Transformation Complex 50G

With hyaluronic acid

Exuviance

£46.00

£92.00/100 g

Pillow-soft skin as you sleep

Nourish and renew while you snooze... sounds perfect, right? Exuviance’s night cream uses an ultra-hydrating combo: hyaluronic acid to draw moisture to the skin, gluconolactone polyhydroxy acid (PHA) to exfoliate dullness and lactobionic acid.1,2,3 Lightly smooth over a cleansed face and neck before you head to bed... sweet (and soft) dreams.
 
Bioderma Atoderm Cream Ultra Moisturiser 50ml

Locks in moisture

Bioderma

£21.00

£4.20/100 ml

Radiance straight out of the shower

Dry skin: at best it’s frustrating, at worst it’s itchy, tight and scaly. Bioderma’s Cream Ultra is designed to lock moisture into dry skin as you step out of the shower, helping skin feel supple and nourished throughout the day. Fast absorbing and unfragranced, it’s a convenient staple to leave skin soft but not greasy.

Key ingredient glycerin helps lock in moisture, while niacinamide helps support smoother skin and a more even-looking complexion.4,5 After showering, towel-dry skin, apply Cream Ultra and gently massage until absorbed. Apply once or twice per day.
 
Margaret Dabbs London Intensive Hydrating Foot Lotion 200ml

Cleansing and fresh

Margaret Dabbs London

£26.00

£1.30/10 ml

A step towards holiday-ready feet

As those BBQ and beach invites roll in, perhaps it's time to give your feet a little extra attention. Margaret Dabbs’ Intensive Hydrating Lotion is designed to transform dry, rough and calloused skin, softening hard patches and restoring moisture – perfect for tired feet in need of a refresh. Stearic acid helps cleanse, while vibrant lemon myrtle leaves skin smelling zingy and clean.6 Apply a small amount of lotion all over the feet and massage into the skin and nails. Use daily. Not suitable for vegetarians.
 
Curél Intensive Moisture Facial Cream 40g

Skin barrier support

Curél

£22.50

£56.25/100 g

Light as air hydration

Curél Intensive Moisture Facial Cream is a lightweight yet nourishing moisturiser designed for dry, sensitive skin. Formulated to help replenish ceramides, it provides long-lasting hydration while supporting softer skin and a healthy-looking glow. Simply smooth over cleansed skin as the final step in your routine, allowing the lightweight cream to lock in moisture without feeling heavy or greasy. Use daily to help keep dry, delicate skin feeling calm, supple and cared for. It’s also free from fragrance, colourants and alcohol, making it a gentle everyday essential your skin will thank you for.
 
Cetaphil Hydrating Foaming Cream Cleanser Face Wash 236ml

Vegan friendly

Cetaphil

RRP £12.50

£9.37

£3.97/100 ml

Hydration in every cleanse

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.
 
Antipodes Flora Probiotic Skin-Rescue Hyaluronic Mask 75ml

With plant-based hyaluronic acid

Antipodes

£32.00

£4.27/10 ml

The probiotic infused face mask

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.
 
Cetaphil Daily Hydrating Face Moisturiser 88ml

Lightweight lotion

Cetaphil

RRP £16.50

£12.37

£14.06/100 ml

Your skin’s new best friend

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.
 
Q+A Squalane SPF50 Hydrating Daily Facial Sunscreen 50ml

UVA and UVB protection

Q+A

£15.00

£3.00/10 ml

SPF with added moisture

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.
 
Trilogy Ultra Hydrating Face Cream 75ml

Rosapene™, manuka honey and lavender

Trilogy

RRP £28.60

£21.45

£2.86/10 ml

The long-lasting day cream

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.
 

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.

Looking for more secrets to glowing skin? Discover Korean skincare worth the hype with our K-beauty edit.

Disclaimer – This article provides informational advice and is not a substitute for medical care. Working with 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.

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