{"id":258,"date":"2025-04-05T09:41:49","date_gmt":"2025-04-05T07:41:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/?page_id=258"},"modified":"2026-05-29T21:56:52","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T19:56:52","slug":"moisturizer","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/soin-du-visage\/soin-hydratant\/","title":{"rendered":"How to moisturize your skin: a complete guide to well-hydrated skin"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"bd-brand\">\n<style>\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-grid{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(auto-fill,minmax(260px,1fr));gap:16px;margin-top:8px}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card{display:flex;flex-direction:column;gap:8px;padding:24px 26px;background:rgba(255,255,255,0.6);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.95);border-radius:22px;backdrop-filter:blur(20px);text-decoration:none;transition:transform 0.25s ease,box-shadow 0.25s ease;box-shadow:0 10px 40px rgba(42,36,56,0.04)}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card:hover{transform:translateY(-4px);box-shadow:0 22px 55px rgba(42,36,56,0.1)}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card-tag{font-family:var(--bd-sans);font-size:11px;font-weight:600;color:var(--bd-accent);letter-spacing:0.06em;text-transform:uppercase}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card h3{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-weight:500;font-size:20px;line-height:1.2;color:var(--bd-ink);letter-spacing:-0.01em;margin:0}\n.bd-brand .bd-hub-card-arrow{font-family:var(--bd-serif);font-style:italic;font-size:14px;color:var(--bd-accent);margin-top:auto;padding-top:4px}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-section{padding:48px 0 !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-hero{padding-bottom:8px !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-hero .bd-hero-meta{margin-bottom:0 !important}\nhtml body .bd-brand .bd-dark{margin-top:24px !important;margin-bottom:24px !important}\n@media (max-width:900px){html body .bd-brand .bd-section{padding:36px 0 !important}html body .bd-brand .bd-hero{padding-top:56px !important}html body .bd-brand .bd-eyebrow{margin-top:8px}}\n<\/style>\n<section class=\"bd-hero\" style=\"padding-bottom:8px !important;padding-top:56px !important\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-eyebrow\">Skincare guide - BeautyDecoded<\/span><\/p>\n<h1>How to moisturize your skin - <em>the complete guide<\/em> by a doctor and analyses by BeautyDecoders.<\/h1>\n<p class=\"bd-hero-sub\">Three families of agents combined: a humectant to attract water, an emollient to repair the barrier, and an occlusive to retain it. The order goes from the most fluid to the richest, and skincare is chosen according to skin type - not according to the number of products.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-hero-meta\">\n<div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Approach<\/span><strong>Independent cosmetic analysis<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Method<\/span><strong>Verdict Sensitivity - Dr David's rule<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-hero-meta-item\"><span>Selection<\/span><strong>7 moisturizers rated by BeautyDecoders<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">Why moisturize<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Hydration, <em>base<\/em> healthy skin<\/h2>\n<p class=\"bd-lead\">The stratum corneum acts like a shield: corneocytes linked by a lipid cement that limits water evaporation and repels aggression. A lack of hydration weakens this barrier - the skin dries out, becomes dull and more vulnerable to redness.<\/p>\n<p>We need to distinguish between two conditions that are often confused. A <strong>dry skin<\/strong> is a type of skin that produces little lipid: it lacks oil, durably. A <strong>dehydrated skin<\/strong> water deficiency can affect any skin type, including oily skin. In all cases, providing water through appropriate skin care preserves the skin's barrier function and improves comfort.<\/p>\n<p>To situate this step in the overall routine, see the guide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/\">facial care<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-dark\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">The mechanisms<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>How the skin <em>retains water<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-pillars-grid\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">01<\/div>\n<h4>Internal contribution<\/h4>\n<p>Water comes from the bloodstream and reaches the dermis, a veritable reservoir, which then distributes it to the epidermis. Staying hydrated from within feeds these reserves.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">02<\/div>\n<h4>Fixation in the epidermis<\/h4>\n<p>Natural moisturizing factors (amino acids, urea, sugars) are hygroscopic: they act like sponges, trapping moisture in the stratum corneum.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-pillar\">\n<div class=\"bd-pillar-num\">03<\/div>\n<h4>Evaporation control<\/h4>\n<p>The surface hydrolipidic film, combined with the lipid cement of the stratum corneum, slows down insensible water loss. Keeping this film in good condition is essential.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-dark-quote\">\n      <strong>Editorial reading<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Moisturizers aim precisely to support these three mechanisms: supplying water, retaining it in the epidermis, and reinforcing the lipid barrier. This is why a humectant alone is not enough - the water it attracts evaporates if nothing seals it in.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">The three families<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Humectants, emollients, <em>occlusives<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-overview-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Family<\/th>\n<th>Role<\/th>\n<th>Examples<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Humectants<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Attract water and plump the epidermis, like sponges<\/td>\n<td>Glycerin, hyaluronic acid, urea, lactic acid, aloe vera<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Emollients<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Fills gaps between corneocytes, repairs the barrier<\/td>\n<td>Ceramides, squalane, vegetable oils, triglycerides<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Occlusive<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Hydrophobic surface barrier reduces water loss<\/td>\n<td>Petrolatum, shea butter, waxes, dimethicone<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p>The effectiveness of occlusives varies widely. The literature shows that <strong>petrolatum (petroleum jelly) is the reference occlusive<\/strong> At a minimum of 5 %, it reduces insensible water loss by over 98 %, whereas mineral oils, lanolin or silicones such as dimethicone only reduce it by 20 to 30 %. This moderation makes dimethicone, in small quantities, an interesting occlusive for combination to oily skin: it seals in moisture without an overly occlusive effect. Some emollients are also occlusives - so the same ingredient can appear in several categories.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-source\">Source: Purnamawati S et al. <em>The Role of Moisturizers in Addressing Various Kinds of Dermatitis: A Review.<\/em> Clin Med Res, 2017.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">The method<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>In which order <em>applying care<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"bd-lead\">The principle: humectants first draw water into the epidermis, then seal it in with emollients and occlusives. From the most fluid to the richest.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Cleaner<\/strong> - on clean skin, skincare products penetrate better. <strong>2. Lotion or mist<\/strong> (optional) - first moisturizing layer, alcohol-free. <strong>3. Moisturizing serum<\/strong> - on slightly damp skin, rich in humectants (hyaluronic acid, glycerine). <strong>4. Moisturizing cream<\/strong> - light for oily skin, richer for dry skin; seals in moisture. <strong>5. Oil or balm<\/strong> (if necessary) - occlusive layer to prevent night-time dryness. <strong>6. Sun protection<\/strong> (morning) - essential, UV exposure dehydrates.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">Depending on your skin type<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Moisturize with <em>skin type<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-overview-table\">\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Skin type<\/th>\n<th>Recommended textures<\/th>\n<th>Points of attention<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Dry skin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Rich formulas: butters, vegetable oils, ceramides; serum + cream + balm layering<\/td>\n<td>Avoid aggressive cleaning agents and hot water.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Combination skin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Light, non-comedogenic cream; more on the cheeks, less on the T-zone<\/td>\n<td>Cleanse gently to avoid dehydrating dry areas.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Oily skin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Light gels and fluids, rich in humectants, non-comedogenic<\/td>\n<td>Moisture deprivation increases sebum production (rebound effect).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Sensitive skin<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Short, fragrance- and alcohol-free formulas; ceramides, panthenol, soothing agents<\/td>\n<td>Introduce new products gradually.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">BeautyDecoded selection<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>The best moisturizers <em>by skin type<\/em><\/h2>\n<p class=\"bd-lead\">A selection of the best-rated products on the BeautyDecoded app, with compatibility scores and review summaries. The Sensitivity Verdict applies the Dr David Rule: a sensitive skin score below 0 indicates a potential risk of irritation; between -2 and -5, a product that is not suitable for sensitive skin.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-alert bd-alert-info\">\n      <span class=\"bd-alert-icon\">\u26a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div>The ratings and review excerpts come from users of the BeautyDecoded application. These reviews are not verified. Publication dates and details are available on each product sheet.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- ANUA HEARTLEAF --><\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-product\">\n<div class=\"bd-product-top\">\n<div>\n          <span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Soothing moisturizing lotion - Anua<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bd-product-meta\">\n            <span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,90\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(10 reviews)<\/span><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>        <span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-top\">Universal profile - first layer<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n<p>Toning lotion with 77 % of Houttuynia cordata (heartleaf) extract, to be applied after cleansing as a first layer of hydration. Sensitive skin score <strong>+1.5 - very well tolerated<\/strong>, including reactive skin. Universal profile (84 to 91 on all skin types). Light, fragrance-free texture prepares skin to receive serums.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-scores\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to dry<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">1,5<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-ok\"><strong>\u2713 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +1.5).<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (10 opinions - representative extracts)<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes\">\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abBecame one of my must-haves thanks to its soothing action.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abMoisturizes my dry skin very well.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abVery light like water, top for oily skin, removes redness well.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abSensitive and combination skin, it dethrones my other toners. Fragrance-free, quickly absorbed.\u00bb<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Soothing lotion with a universal profile, perfect as a first moisturizing layer. Very well tolerated by sensitive skin (+1.5). 4.90\/5 out of 10 reviews.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- THE ORDINARY SOOTHING & BARRIER --><\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-product\">\n<div class=\"bd-product-top\">\n<div>\n          <span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Hydrating repair serum - The Ordinary<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>The Ordinary Soothing &amp; Barrier Support Serum<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bd-product-meta\">\n            <span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,56\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(18 reviews - solid base)<\/span><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>        <span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-top\">Barrier support under active irritants<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n<p>Soothing, barrier-repairing serum, ideal to accompany irritating active ingredients such as retinol or AHAs. Sensitive skin score <strong>0 - suitable<\/strong>. Versatile profile covering all skin types. Feedback describes it as a reliable support for the skin barrier, with a slight sticky effect for some.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-scores\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">77<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to dry<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">0<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-ok\"><strong>\u2713 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Suitable for sensitive skin (score: 0).<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (18 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes\">\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abSoothes skin irritated by tretinoin and AHAs. A must-have in your kit.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abI use it before my retinol, it protects the skin barrier. No negative effects.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abIt soothes even the most sensitive skin.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abPleasant serum but it leaves me with a sticky effect.\u00bb<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Barrier-repair serum, ideal to accompany irritating active ingredients. Versatile and well-tolerated (0). 4.56\/5 out of 18 reviews.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- HADA LABO --><\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-product\">\n<div class=\"bd-product-top\">\n<div>\n          <span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Hyaluronic acid lotion - Hada Labo Tokyo<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Hada Labo Gokujyun Premium Hyaluronic Acid Lotion<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bd-product-meta\">\n            <span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,69\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(27 reviews - solid base)<\/span><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>        <span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-mixed\">Highly moisturizing - thick texture<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n<p>Japanese moisturizing lotion concentrated in several hyaluronic acids. Sensitive skin score <strong>-0.6 - slight caution<\/strong>. Highly moisturizing profile suitable for all skin types (84 to 91). Thick, slightly sticky texture according to feedback, better tolerated in the evening than during the day for certain profiles.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-scores\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to dry<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">-0,6<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-caution\"><strong>\u26a0 Sensitivity verdict<\/strong> Slight caution (score: -0.6). Test on reactive skin, preferably in the evening.<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (27 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes\">\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abI've tried other hyaluronic acid lotions and always come back to it.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abCombination skin with a tendency to dehydration, 52 years old: very moisturizing without a greasy effect.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abTexture a little thick and sticky but does the job. Very good value for money.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abMoisturizing, but not enough for dehydrated mature skin.\u00bb<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Highly moisturizing lotion with hyaluronic acid, excellent value for money. Slightly cautious on sensitive skin (-0.6), thick texture. 4.69\/5 out of 27 reviews.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- BYOMA --><\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-product\">\n<div class=\"bd-product-top\">\n<div>\n          <span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Cream-gel for combination to oily skin - Byoma<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Byoma Moisturizing Gel-cream<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bd-product-meta\">\n            <span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,58\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(19 reviews - solid base)<\/span><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>        <span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-top\">Optimal profile for combination to oily skin<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n<p>Lightweight, ceramide-based gel-cream for combination to oily skin. Sensitive skin score <strong>+0.85 - well tolerated<\/strong>. Normal to oily skin score <strong>91 - optimal profile<\/strong> for this need. Moisturizes while regulating sebum, with some discomfort on very reactive skin.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-scores\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">56<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">70<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to dry<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">77<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">0,85<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-ok\"><strong>\u2713 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +0.85).<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (19 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes\">\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abCombination to oily skin, perfect: moisturizes while regulating my sebum.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abHydrates very well and gives a natural effect. I recommend it especially for acne.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abVery pleasant gel texture, reduced my facial blemishes.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abFound irritating to my sensitive skin, gave me pimples.\u00bb<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Ceramide gel-cream with optimal profile for combination to oily skin (normal to oily 91). Well tolerated (+0.85), a few reports of discomfort on very reactive skin. 4.58\/5 out of 19 reviews.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- CERAVE BAUME --><\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-product\">\n<div class=\"bd-product-top\">\n<div>\n          <span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Rich cream for dry skin - CeraVe<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>CeraVe Moisturizing Balm<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bd-product-meta\">\n            <span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,62\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(17 reviews - solid base)<\/span><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>        <span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-mixed\">Dry skin - too rich for oily skin<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n<p>Rich balm with ceramides and hyaluronic acid for dry to very dry skin. Sensitive skin score <strong>+0.6 - adapted<\/strong>. Profile geared towards dry skin (91), not suitable for oily skin (0). Several feedbacks point out that it is too rich for the face and better tolerated on the body: to be reserved for really dry skin.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-scores\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to dry<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">91<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">14<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">0,6<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-ok\"><strong>\u2713 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +0.6).<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (17 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes\">\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abMy best-seller for the face, moisturizes really well.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abHyper moisturizer for the body with a superb texture.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abIn winter, forms a protective film without sticking.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abToo rich for my face, makes me shiny. Perfect on the body.\u00bb<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Rich ceramide balm for dry to very dry skin (dry skin 91). Well tolerated (+0.6) but too rich for oily skin (0). 4.62\/5 out of 17 reviews.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- EUCERIN AQUAPHOR --><\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-product\">\n<div class=\"bd-product-top\">\n<div>\n          <span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Occlusive balm for very dry areas - Eucerin<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Eucerin Aquaphor Repair Balm<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bd-product-meta\">\n            <span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,89\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(32 reviews - solid base)<\/span><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>        <span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-mixed\">Targeted areas - comedogenic on the face<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n<p>Petrolatum occlusive balm for very dry areas, chapped lips and damaged skin. Sensitive skin score <strong>+2.25 - very well tolerated<\/strong>. Petrolatum, the most effective occlusive (water loss reduction greater than 98 %). To be reserved for targeted dry areas: several reports indicate that it can comedogenicize the face.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-scores\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">84<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to dry<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">77<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-low\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">0<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">2,25<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-ok\"><strong>\u2713 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +2.25).<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (32 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes\">\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abA nugget, ultra-effective for dry or dehydrated skin.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abA must for winter, repairs dry areas and chapped lips.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abRepairs skin barrier, burns, lips. But gives pimples on the face.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abVery actively fights all dry areas of the body, very inexpensive.\u00bb<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Occlusive balm with petrolatum, the reference for very dry areas and chapped lips. Very well tolerated (+2.25) but comedogenic on the face: targeted use. 4.89\/5 out of 32 reviews.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>    <!-- AROMA-ZONE ALOE --><\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-product\">\n<div class=\"bd-product-top\">\n<div>\n          <span class=\"bd-product-cat\">Light Moisturizing Gel - Aroma-Zone<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Aroma-Zone Aloe Vera Native Gel<\/h3>\n<div class=\"bd-product-meta\">\n            <span class=\"bd-rating\"><span class=\"bd-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><span class=\"bd-score\">4,59\/5<\/span><span class=\"bd-count\">(23 reviews - solid base)<\/span><\/span>\n          <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>        <span class=\"bd-product-badge bd-badge-top\">Economical humectant - minimalist routine<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n<p>Native aloe vera gel, a light, economical humectant for a minimalist routine. Sensitive skin score <strong>+1.0 - well tolerated<\/strong>. Use as a first moisturizing layer, ideally followed by an oil or cream to seal in the water. Versatile for face and hair, according to feedback.<\/p>\n<div class=\"bd-scores-label\">Scores BeautyDecoded<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-scores\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Dry skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">56<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Oily skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">70<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to dry<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">61,6<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-high\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Normal to oily<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">65,8<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item bd-mid\">\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-label\">Sensitive skin<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-score-item-value\">1<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-sv bd-sv-ok\"><strong>\u2713 Verdict sensitivity<\/strong> Suitable for sensitive skin (score: +1.0).<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes-label\">User feedback (23 reviews - representative extracts)<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quotes\">\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abTop for moisturizing the skin, use in the evening with a vegetable oil on top.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abVery moisturizing for skin, perfect for hair too.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abExcellent humectant, useful for moderate burns.\u00bb<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-quote\"><span class=\"bd-quote-rating\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span>\u00abVery simple routine: aloe vera does the trick amply.\u00bb<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-verdict\"><strong>Verdict -<\/strong> Economical, well-tolerated humectant aloe vera gel (+1.0). To be sealed with an oil or cream as humectant alone. 4.59\/5 out of 23 reviews.<\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">Adjust your routine<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Depending on age and season, <em>zones<\/em><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Age.<\/strong> The older we get, the drier our skin becomes: formulas rich in ceramides, fatty acids and antioxidants are suitable for mature skin, while a light gel is often sufficient for young adults. <strong>Season.<\/strong> In winter, when it's cold and the air from the heating is dry, you need richer creams; in summer, you need fluid textures to avoid the \u00absuffocating skin\u00bb effect. <strong>Zones.<\/strong> Lips and eye contour are very sensitive: use a balm on the lips several times a day, and a specific ophthalmologically-tested, fragrance-free product for the eye contour area.<\/p>\n<p>Properly moisturized skin is more resistant, softer and more radiant. It is better able to withstand powerful active ingredients (retinol, exfoliating acids, vitamin C) which, without proper hydration, can irritate or sensitize the skin.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">Frequently asked questions<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Your questions about <em>hydration<\/em><\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-list\">\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>What's the difference between dry and dehydrated skin?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Dry skin produces few lipids and lacks long-lasting oiliness. Dehydrated skin lacks water from time to time, and can affect all skin types, including oily skin. The former needs lipids (emollients), the latter water (humectants).<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>Is it necessary to moisturize oily skin?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Yes, oily skin can be dehydrated and needs moisturizing. In this case, choose a light texture, a non-comedogenic gel or fluid, rich in humectants. On the contrary, depriving oily skin of moisture can accentuate sebum production.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>In what order should you apply your moisturizers?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">From the most fluid to the richest: cleanser, lotion or mist, moisturizing serum on damp skin, cream, then oil or balm if necessary. In the morning, we finish with sun protection. This sequence attracts water and seals it into the epidermis.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>Is hyaluronic acid the best moisturizer?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">It's an excellent humectant that attracts water, but it's not enough on its own: this water must be sealed with an emollient or occlusive, otherwise it evaporates, especially in dry air. It works best applied to damp skin, then covered with a cream.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"bd-faq-item\">\n<summary>Does drinking lots of water moisturize the skin?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"bd-faq-answer\">Sufficient internal hydration helps to replenish the dermis' water reserves, but drinking more than you need does not directly improve hydration of the stratum corneum. Surface hydration depends above all on the care applied and the state of the cutaneous barrier.<\/div>\n<\/details><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"bd-section\">\n<div class=\"bd-wrap\">\n    <span class=\"bd-section-label\">Further information<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Our guides <em>hydration<\/em> detailed<\/h2>\n<div class=\"bd-hub-grid\">\n      <a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/oily-skin-cream\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Comparison<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Moisturizing cream for oily skin<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n      <a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/dry-skin-cream\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Comparison<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Moisturizing cream for dry skin<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n      <a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/sensitive-skin-cream\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Comparison<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Moisturizing cream for sensitive skin<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n      <a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/normal-skin-cream\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Comparison<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Moisturizing cream for normal to combination skin<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n      <a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/moisturizing-lotion\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Comparison<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Best moisturizing lotions<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n      <a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/moisturizing-serum\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Comparison<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Best moisturizing serums<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n      <a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/moisturizing-cream\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Comparison<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Best moisturizers<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n      <a class=\"bd-hub-card\" href=\"https:\/\/www.beautydecoded.com\/en\/facial-care\/moisturizer\/is-hyaluronic-acid-the-best-moisturizer\/\"><span class=\"bd-hub-card-tag\">Decoding<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Is hyaluronic acid the best?<\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"bd-hub-card-arrow\">Read the guide \u2192<\/span><\/a>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"bd-sig\">\n  <strong>Dr Sylvain David<\/strong><br \/>\n  <span>Plastic and aesthetic surgeon - Founder of BeautyDecoded<\/span>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bd-disclaimer\">\n<p>Information for educational purposes only. It does not replace a medical consultation and must be adapted to each individual. The compatibility scores generated by the application do not prejudge the individual tolerance of each skin type. In the event of pregnancy, skin pathology or doubt, dermatological advice is recommended. A tolerance test should be carried out before using the product for the first time.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Skincare Guide \u00b7 BeautyDecoded How to Moisturize Your Skin \u2014 The Complete Guide by a Doctor and Analysis by the BeautyDecoders. Three types of ingredients combined: a humectant that attracts water, an emollient that repairs the skin barrier, and an occlusive that locks it in. 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