SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture for dry sensitive skin
Glycerin
Allantoin
Sodium Hyaluronate
Marine Extracts
Witch Hazel Extract
Average
- SuperiorDry Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- ExcellentSafety
Works for dry sensitive skin; other moisturizers fit it better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry sensitive skin: flakiness, tightness, redness, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Offers moderate hydration for your dry and sensitive skin, with glycerin and sodium hyaluronate providing humectant action while panthenol aids in barrier repair.
- The inclusion of chamomile and licorice root extracts offers soothing benefits, complementing the primary moisturizing function for dry or flaky skin.
- The product is safe for your skin, as it contains no harsh ingredients and includes soothing components like glycerin and tocopherol.
How to apply
- Could be used as part of your AM or PM routine. Start using this moisturizer 3 times a week and move to daily use if your dry skin tolerates it well.
- Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and toner in the morning, or after your serum in the evening. Always pair it with SPF in the morning.
- Gently press a small amount of the moisturizer into your skin. Avoid rubbing it harshly to protect your sensitive skin.
- Apply the moisturizer on slightly damp skin to help with hydration absorption. This also works well for dry and flaky skin types.
- Do a patch test before your first use. Avoid the eye area to prevent any irritation.
People Say
★4.5Overall rating based on 2.8k+ reviewsBased on a very large amount of data, this lightweight, pore-minimizing moisturizer is widely favored by users with normal, oily, and combination skin for its ability to hydrate without leaving a greasy residue. Most users report improved skin texture and reduced pore visibility. A notable minority experienced issues with the packaging peeling and finding the hydration insufficient for drier areas.
Highlights
Lightweight, non-greasy Mostly Mentioned
- “Goes on easy and feels rich but not heavy”
- “Absorbs quickly and provides excellent hydration without shine”
- “Leaves skin feeling soft and smooth without any greasy residue”
- “Perfect for everyday use, very lightweight”
Ideal for oily skin Often Mentioned
- “Best moisturizer for my oily, acne-prone skin”
- “Helps balance oil production while moisturizing”
- “Doesn't cause breakouts or clog pores”
- “Keeps my face matte throughout the day”
Minimizes pores Sometimes Noted
- “Pores look less noticeable after consistent use”
- “Helps reduce the appearance of pore size”
- “My skin texture looks smoother and more refined”
- “Great for pore refining on my nose and cheeks”
Works under makeup Sometimes Noted
- “Goes on nice before makeup, no pilling”
- “I use this every day under my foundation”
- “Creates a smooth canvas for application”
- “Doesn't make my makeup slide off”
Packaging paint peeling Sometimes Noted
- “Container lid color comes off and gets all over hands”
- “Silver flakes from the jar ended up on my face”
- “Lid peels after a few weeks, leaving silver streaks”
- “The silver rim disintegrates and falls into the cream”
Insufficient hydration Rarely Noted
- “Not moisturizing enough for my dry patches”
- “Felt dry and tight an hour after applying”
- “Need to layer another cream over it in winter”
- “Too light for night time use”
Price vs. value Rarely Noted
- “Expected more results for the high price tag”
- “Good product but too expensive for a basic moisturizer”
- “Jar feels cheap given the cost”
- “Not an economical choice for how fast I go through it”
Texture issues Rarely Noted
- “Left a sticky film on my skin”
- “Felt like it sat on top rather than sinking in”
- “Texture was weirdly slimy for me”
- “Separated and looked greasy by end of day”
Sources: lovi.care, skinceuticals.com, dermstore.com, lovelyskin.com, bluemercury.com, reddit.com, and more
Questions and answers
How well does SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture work for dry sensitive skin?
SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture works reasonably well for dry sensitive skin, offering moderate hydration and soothing benefits. However, a moisturizer for this skin needs to provide deeper nourishment, highly effective soothing ingredients, and strong skin barrier support without any risk of irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin and sodium hyaluronate make this cream a good fit by pulling in moisture, while panthenol helps calm and repair the skin. To work best for dry sensitive skin, this type of product also needs rich nourishing ingredients and deep hydrators that lock in moisture and support the skin barrier without causing irritation.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
What does Glycerin do for dry sensitive skin?
Glycerin helps dry sensitive skin by drawing moisture into the skin and keeping it there, making the skin soft and smooth. It is very gentle and unlikely to cause irritation while improving how well the skin holds onto water. This type of skin needs ingredients that boost hydration and repair the barrier without causing stinging.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017The British Journal of Dermatology, 2008
What does Allantoin do for dry sensitive skin?
Allantoin helps calm dry sensitive skin by soothing irritation and supporting skin barrier recovery. It is unlikely to cause adverse effects and may improve overall hydration and comfort.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for dry sensitive skin?
This cream goes at the end of your evening routine as a moisturizer to help lock in hydration and soothe dry, sensitive skin. A moisturizer of this type for dry and sensitive skin needs rich nourishing ingredients and extra barrier-supporting components to fully relieve tightness and flaking.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2022The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Can I use it with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this moisturizer with retinol by applying it after your retinol treatment to help soothe the skin. Dry sensitive skin needs a product with richer barrier-repairing ingredients like ceramides and heavier oils to better protect against irritation.
How often should I use it?
You can use this moisturizer twice a day, in the morning and evening, to help keep your dry skin soft and comfortable. Regular daily use of a moisturizing cream is unlikely to irritate your skin and helps improve hydration and barrier strength over time.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Health Science Reports, 2021
Can it clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry sensitive skin?
This moisturizer is unlikely to clog pores or cause breakouts on dry sensitive skin, as it has a safe makeup without harsh ingredients and includes soothing components like glycerin and tocopherol.
Can I use it around the eyes or on my body?
SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture works well on the body, but the skin around the eyes is much thinner and may need a richer moisturizer with extra barrier-repairing ingredients to stay soft and smooth.
Surgical and Radiologic Anatomy, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017
Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol. Cetyl alcohol is a fatty alcohol, which soften the skin.
What the research says
A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability.
The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.
American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017A topical serum containing vitamin C, vitamin E, and raspberry leaf cell culture extract improved skin color, elasticity, radiance, smoothness, scaliness, and wrinkles compared to the untreated contralateral side in fifty female volunteers.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.
Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.
Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.
Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.
BMC Oral Health, 2019A Hamamelis virginiana leaf extract increased LOXL1 expression twofold, decreased elafin synthesis, restored functional elastic fibers, reduced nonfunctional elastin aggregates, decreased wrinkles, and improved skin firmness.
Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2018Hamamelis bark proanthocyanidins strongly increased the proliferation of cultured human keratinocytes and reduced transepidermal water loss and erythema formation in SLS-irritated skin, whereas the polysaccharide fraction had no effect.
Phytochemistry, 2001Witch hazel bark extract and hamamelitannin showed pronounced anti-inflammatory activity, supported keratinocyte migration in a wound healing assay, and inhibited Staphylococcus aureus growth, whereas their skin microbiota metabolite ellagic acid stimulated inflammatory mediator release.
Journal of Ethnopharmacology, 2025
Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Cetyl Palmitate, Stearic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Palmitic Acid, Tocopherol, Dimethicone, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Glyceryl Stearate, Sorbitol, Phenoxyethanol, Peg-100 Stearate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Witch Hazel, Witch Hazel Water, Peg-75 Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Carbomer, Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate, Allantoin, Panthenol, Ceteth-20, Triethanolamine, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Propylene Glycol, Steareth-20, Disodium Edta, Myristic Acid, Betaine, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Glucose, Chamomilla Recutita Flower Extract, Matricaria Flower Extract, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract, Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract, Thymus Vulgaris Flower, Leaf Extract, Retinyl Palmitate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Oil, Sunflower Seed Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Zinc Sulfate, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Extract, Licorice Root Extract, Urtica Dioica Extract, Equisetum Arvense Extract, Betula Alba Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Cinnamal
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.
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