10 Best Drugstore Moisturizers 2025, According to Dermatologists

Glamour commerce writer Alanna Martine Kilkeary is a massive fan of this lightweight pick because it doesn’t break her out. “This noncomedogenic pick is super creamy but absorbs like lightning during application. It sinks right into the skin and doesn’t irritate any areas where I have breakouts. I find that I also have less redness and oiliness in my T-Zone and around my nose when I use this one,” she says.

Best for Face and Body: La Roche-Posay Lipikar AP+ Triple Repair Moisturizing Cream

Dr. Rambhia is a big fan of this moisturizer that contains great emollient ingredients for sensitive skin. “It includes ceramides, glycerin, niacinamide, in addition to their proprietary prebiotic thermal water, which all serve to restore the skin barrier. The thick formula is fragrance-free and helps to hydrate and soothe the skin, plus you can use it on the face and body!”

Glamour’s Kilkeary has also been using this moisturizing cream for years now. “This is one of the OG moisturizers that’s been in my skin care stash for years because it really works. It’s ultra creamy when you pump it out, but when you rub it into the skin it easily melts down and dissolves. It’s great for anywhere on the body, and I like to use it on my legs and arms in areas that need a little extra moisture due to my eczema patches.”

Best for Dry Skin: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

Brooke Jeffy, MD, a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist based in Scottsdale, Arizona, says this lightweight formula is one of her personal go-tos for the summer months, thanks to its refreshing, dewy finish. It has a gel-cream texture that seeps into skin and creates a smooth canvas for SPF, primer, and makeup products. Glamour’s Calle says this is the drugstore moisturizer that she can always count on. “If I ever forget to bring a day moisturizer on a trip, I just pop into the nearest CVS and grab one. It’s extremely lightweight, absorbs quickly, and plays well with my makeup—no pilling or patching anywhere. I have oily combination skin so I need a hydrating moisturizer that won’t feel too heavy or make my complexion feel greasy. And this water-gel texture is so silky smooth that I apply it all over my neck and chest too. It also somehow always feels cool to the touch, which is a nice bonus.”

Best With SPF: Vanicream Facial Moisturizer With SPF 30

ICYMI, SPF is nonnegotiable for your routine, and if you haven’t settled on an everyday face sunscreen you love just yet, let us point you to this ultra-soothing formulation that Dr. Jeffy highly recommends. It has ceramides plus SPF 30 for a hydrating, protective finish that suits all skin types, including oily and acne-prone.

“I wasn’t too familiar with Vanicream before trying their Facial Moisturizer Broad Spectrum Mineral SPF 30, but I’m glad I gave it a shot! I usually steer clear of thick moisturizers, but this one surprised me. It has a matte finish and blends in without leaving a white cast. I’d probably reach for it more in the winter when my skin craves extra moisture, but it’s a solid pick for anyone who loves a richer formula and sun protection in one,” says Hardy.

Best for Aging Skin: Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream

This micro-sculpting cream will help plump fine lines and wrinkles, making it an ideal choice for mature skin types. It has a potent blend of amino acids, hyaluronic acid, and niacinamide to help reduce the appearance of lines and discoloration.

“First off, I’ve never been disappointed by Olay’s skin care line. I’ve been using their products on and off for about 15 years. And the Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream definitely lived up to the 30,000 great reviews (4.6 stars) on Amazon. I felt the results even after one application. My pores looked smaller, the dreaded 11 between my eyes was not as deep, and my skin had this amazing bouncy firmness. I would even use this as a primer before makeup because it creates such a nice smooth surface for foundation, etc. Also, it truly is fragrance-free, even when I smelled it really close. I put a chickpea size amount of the fluffy cream on my face, and I was astounded at how quickly it absorbed. I’ll definitely be using this again,” says Glamour contributor Charlotte Twine.

Best Budget: E.L.F. Skin Holy Hydration Daily Hydration Moisturizer

Give your skin a boost of hydration with this gel-cream moisturizer that feels cooling upon application. It has aloe, jojoba oil, and shea butter for an ultra-hydrating finish that also softens and plumps skin.

“This moisturizer was different from any other product I’ve used for my face. It has a very fresh and clean smell to it, and went on more like a serum than a moisturizer due to its closer-to-gel consistency. It goes on a bit sticky, but dries more matte with a glow to it. I imagine that is from the jojoba seed oil and vegan ingredients. It is definitely lightweight and will be very nice going into the summer months,” says Condé Nast executive director of global strategy Norell Zable.

Best for Sensitive Skin: Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Face Lotion with Soothing Prebiotic Oat

Sensitive skin types will love this rich moisturizer that has soothing prebiotic oat and glycerin. It helps calm and soothe redness, and is a must-try for anyone who has dehydrated skin.