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9 Best Face Moisturizers, According to Bobbi Brown

Written by MasterClass

Last updated: Jun 7, 2021 • 1 min read

Moisturizer is a versatile face cream that hydrates, replenishes, and rejuvenates. It’s also an essential step in any skincare routine, supplementing the skin’s moisture barrier to keep skin healthy and fresh. Professional makeup artist and beauty mogul Bobbi Brown says “I sometimes put moisturizer at the end of the day to, kind of, fluff me up.”

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Order of Products in a Skincare Routine

Applying face moisturizer after a skincare regimen locks in hydration, abating dry skin, increasing elasticity, and tempering oily skin, unclogging pores and mitigating breakouts. Facial lotions also create a healthy skin barrier, assisting with anti-aging by protecting skin from the sun (and thus, delaying wrinkles and fine lines).

  1. 1. Wash with a cleanser.
  2. 2. Tone with a toner.
  3. 3. Apply exfoliants.
  4. 4. Add serums like vitamin C for brightening or hyaluronic acid for evening skin tones.
  5. 5. Seal in hydration with a moisturizer. For daytime use, use a moisturizer with SPF sunscreen to protect against sun damage.

Effective moisturizers act as emollients, with calming ingredients like shea butter or vitamin E oil.

Bobbi Brown’s Favorite Face Moisturizers

According to Bobbi, “I used to really believe that there was an order [to applying beauty products]. I'm a lot more flexible [now, but] I really do believe that certainly moisturizer goes on first.” Since moisturizer can go on first (in a makeup routine) or last (in a skincare routine), it’s a truly versatile and important part of a beauty toolkit.

From day creams to night creams, find the best moisturizers, below:

  1. 1. The Cream by Augustinus Bader. Well-suited for fine lines and wrinkles, this formula has powerful
  2. 2. Hydra Beauty Camellia Water Cream by Chanel. An illuminating formula that pairs florals with glycerin for a refreshing shine.
  3. 3. Hydrating Oil Stick by Milk Makeup. Suitable for skin types from oily to dry skin, this hydrating facial lotion has a pleasant texture and is formulated without parabens
  4. 4. Creme by Nivea. A lightweight, fragrance-free, and oil-free formula with antioxidants, ideal for sensitive skin. Works for acne-prone skin types, and is available at most drugstores.

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