Skincare · 16 first-hand tests · 15 brands
Moisturizing creams
Tested by hand. Judged side by side. Every one of these moisturizing creams was used by a tester, then scored on the same criteria written for this family, so the verdicts can be read side by side. 2 of them hold a current Beauty 100 rank.
- Judged on
- Hydration and comfort
- Texture and application
- Value per ounce
- Price range
- $13.00 – $105.00
- In the Beauty 100
- 2
- Newest review
- Nov 5, 2026
All reviews16 reviews
Newest first
Haruharu Wonder · Moisturizing creamsBlack Rice 10 Hyaluronic CreamComfortable moisture with a soft satin finish“I liked the smooth, comfortable finish of the original cream.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Mario Badescu · Moisturizing creamsSeaweed Night CreamA small bedside jar with a substantial finish.“I liked the extra cushion from this cream at night.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Heimish · Moisturizing creamsMarine Care Deep Moisture Nourishing Melting CreamA dense final layer for cheeks that still feel dry.“I liked the rich finish on areas that wanted more moisture.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
First Aid Beauty · Moisturizing creamsUltra Repair Firming Day Cream with Peptides, Niacinamide + CollagenA morning cream with enough cushion for dry cheeks.“I liked the cushion of this cream as my morning moisturizer.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Byoma · Moisturizing creamsMoisturising Rich CreamA lilac pump for cheeks that want a richer last layer.“I liked the extra cushion of the Rich Cream.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
IT Cosmetics · Moisturizing creamsConfidence in a CreamA rich moisturizer for someone who’ll use it morning and night.“I was happy with the moisture I got from this cream.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Revolution Pro · Moisturizing creamsMiracle CreamA £10 jar for dry skin and makeup prep.“Miracle Cream worked well for me as a moisturizing base.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
e.l.f. Cosmetics · Moisturizing creamsSKIN Holy Hydration! Barrier Goals Repair CreamA $13 tube for days when dry skin needs more comfort.“The cream gave my dry-feeling skin the moisture and comfort I wanted.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Glossier · Moisturizing creamsPriming Moisturizer RichA rich cream that earns its place under foundation.“My skin felt comfortable wearing foundation over this cream.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Paula's Choice · Moisturizing creamsSkin Recovery Replenishing MoisturizerRich enough for night, comfortable under makeup.“My dry areas still felt comfortable the next morning. The cream didn’t feel too rich under makeup.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Drunk Elephant · Moisturizing creamsLala Retro Whipped CreamA richer cream with a tidy dispenser.“I liked the rich, comfortable feel of Lala Retro.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Cetaphil · Moisturizing creamsRich Hydrating CreamA fuller face cream without the premium price.“I liked the comfortable, moisturized feel of this cream.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Youth to the People · Moisturizing creamsAdaptogen Deep Moisture CreamRich moisture is the main attraction.“I liked the rich, comfortable moisture this cream gave my skin.”Insider Beauty testerRead 
Beauty 100 · #19CeraVe · Moisturizing creamsMoisturizing CreamThe tub we’d buy for dry skin.“My skin still felt moisturized the next morning after using the cream.”Insider Beauty tester
Reviewed by Sarah Chen · Mar 7, 2026Read 
Beauty 100 · #91Drunk Elephant · Moisturizing creamsProtini Polypeptide CreamA peptide cream with a lighter finish.“Once Protini sank in, it felt light on my skin.”Insider Beauty tester
Reviewed by Sarah ChenRead 
Charlotte Tilbury · Moisturizing creamsMagic Cream MoisturizerMakeup prep is its best trick.“My foundation blended smoothly over Magic Cream.”Insider Beauty tester
Reviewed by Sarah ChenRead How a review is made
Tested first, then judged inside its family.
- 1A tester uses it. The quote on every card is from that first-hand test.
- 2Editors judge it on three criteria written for its family, plus evidence, distinctiveness and disclosure.
- 3The verdict comes first. The score out of 5 is the summary, not the point.
Judged on
- Hydration and comfort
- Texture and application
- Value per ounce