Facial Moisturizer Frequently Asked Questions
What type of face moisturizer should I use for my skin type?
"Your skin's moisture levels can fluctuate so making sure you've got a good face moisturizer for combination skin, dry, or oily skin types is a great place to start restoring that moisture content. If you need more hydration try a facial mist and hyaluronic acid serum, plus a daily sunscreen," says Steph Scalet, Global Aesthetics Lead.
What is the best thing to apply on your face at night?
"We recommend using a nourishing night cream with retinol. At night, your skin goes into recovery mode to repair damage and stimulate renewal, so make sure you've got a nourishing night moisturizer. One of the best ingredients to support renewal is retinol—this incredible multitasker targets a number of skin concerns from acne to aging," says Steph Scalet, Global Aesthetics Lead.
Should I use facial moisturizer if I have oily skin?
"Yes. Your skin can actually produce even more oil if it's not effectively moisturized, so all skin types including oily should use a facial moisturizer. For oily skin, moisturizers will be lightweight and can help control oil while mattifying your complexion," says Steph Scalet, Global Aesthetics Lead.
Do I wash off facial moisturizer?
"Typically, we recommend leaving moisturizer on your skin allowing it to be absorbed. Some products like cleansers and certain exfoliants are designed as rinse-off products to be removed with water. Other products like serums and facial moisturizers are designed to be left on skin for maximum benefits. Once applied, allow your moisturizer to fully absorb and don't wash off," says Steph Scalet, Global Aesthetics Lead.
How long does facial moisturizer take to absorb?
"It can take up to 30 minutes for all of your skincare products—including your moisturizer, to be fully absorbed. A general rule of thumb is to wait 30 seconds to 1 minute before layering products," says Steph Scalet, Global Aesthetics Lead.
Is moisturizing cream good for the face?
"Yes, a daily face cream is an essential product to help maintain your skin's moisture barrier while promoting softer, conditioned skin," says Steph Scalet, Global Aesthetics Lead.
Can I skip applying facial moisturizer in my skincare routine?
"We recommend including facial moisturizer as part of your daily skincare routine. Moisturizing is an essential step in your skincare routine. There are so many benefits of your facial moisturizer—it conditions, softens, and hydrates skin. All skin types should use a moisturizer twice a day," says Steph Scalet, Global Aesthetics Lead.
Which face cream is best?
"The best facial moisturizer or face cream depends on the condition of your skin. Start with your skin type (dry, combination, oily) and then assess what your concerns are. Pick a facial moisturizer that features the benefits and ingredients to help solve for your concerns and use twice daily for optimal results," says Steph Scalet, Global Aesthetics Lead.
