7 Best Moisturizers
for an Immaculate Complexion
Winter, spring summer or fall, your skin's number one defense is moisture. Throughout history, indigenous people rely on nature’s moisturizers to keep skin soft and protected. From shea butter in western Africa to coconut oil in tropical islands, women around the globe have relied on a moisturizer to be a part of their daily routine. Today, those same ingredients are combined with advanced technology designed to deal with our ever-increasing skin issues. Moisturizers create a protective barrier on your skin to keep it hydrated, supple and smooth. Your moisturizer will also protect your skin from environmental hazards such as the sun's damaging rays and toxic pollution. Depending on your specific skin care needs, you can find a formula that controls shine, reverses the effects of aging or combats discoloration. But not all moisturizers are created equal. They vary in formulations, with offerings in creams, gels and serums. Cream formulas are normally best suited for normal to dry complexions; lightweight creams and gels are perfect for combination skin. And if you have oily skin or if it is prone to eruptions, opting for a serum may be your best bet. Most serums include a higher concentration of active ingredients and are designed to penetrate the skin at a deeper level; therefore helping to restore balance to sensitive-prone complexions. Here, our picks for the best moisturizers that will help you in your quest for an immaculate complexion.—MS
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