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Different phases of life call for different skin-care needs, and the best moisturizers for mature skin make those adjustments feel like a thirst-quenching treat. Just as acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide may have been your saving grace as a teen, there are similarly powerful ingredients that may prove to be a perfect fit for your skin as you age (including, yes, but not limited to retinol). Better yet, these moisturizers can do much more than relieve dryness\u2014ask a few of our trusted board-certified dermatologists, all of whom are well acquainted treating with fine lines, sagging, dark spots, and discoloration. While these are perfectly normal characteristics of later-in-life skin, we’d never judge for seeking a little epidermal pick-me-up. Scroll ahead to discover your new favorite daily moisturizer for mature skin, as vetted by dermatologists and Allure<\/em> editors.<\/p>\nOur Top Moisturizers for Mature Skin<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n
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A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Why it’s worth it:<\/strong> Skinceuticals’ A.G.E Interrupter Advanced is prescription-quality skin care without your doctor’s scribbles. New York City-based board-certified dermatologist Dhaval Bhanusali, MD, prefers thicker moisturizers for mature skin, and this rich, creamy formula fits the bill. It’s infused with blueberry extract to fight both free radicals and glycation, which is when sugar attaches to and breaks down the collagen in your skin. “[It’s a] great thicker cream that provides improvement for age-related changes, as well as for hydration,” Dr. Bhanusali adds. You can apply it twice daily on your face, neck, and chest. If you’re using it in the morning, prep with vitamin C serum and follow with sunscreen. At nighttime, use it after your retinol.<\/p>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> Proxylane, niacinamide, flavonoids<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> no<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> anyone in need of intense moisture<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Drugstore:<\/strong> Cetaphil Skin Activator Hydrating & Firming Cream<\/h2>\n\n
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Skin Activator Hydrating & Firming Cream<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Why it’s worth it:<\/strong> While Cetaphil Skin Activator Hydrating & Firming Cream is a face cream, the jar is big enough that you can slather this firming formula generously all over your neck, across your chest, and over your arms\u2014or anywhere that\u2019s starting to look a little crepey or thirsty. While it excels at moisturizing, it also works as a treatment: \u201cThe brand\u2019s Skinactivator technology delivers microdosed mandelic acid, which is a gentle alpha hydroxy acid that can exfoliate the skin and increase cell turnover,\u201d says Jane Yoo, MD, a dual board-certified dermatologist based in NYC. \u201cThis is combined with encapsulated Centella asiatica<\/em>, which supports collagen synthesis and has antioxidant properties to help repair damaged cells.\u201d Translation: It hydrates, supports the barrier, and helps with elasticity over time.<\/p>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> sunflower seed oil, glycerin, sweet almond oil, Centella asiatica,<\/em> mandelic acid<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> no<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> people with saggy or crepey skin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest for Dry Skin:<\/strong> Tata Harper Repairative Moisturizer<\/h2>\n\n
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Repairative Moisturizer<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Why it’s worth it:<\/strong> Though it boasts a whopping 22 sources of plumping and hydrating ingredients, Tata Harper\u2019s Repairative Moisturizer feels light on the skin\u2014making it an excellent choice \u201cif you want hydration and plumpness without heaviness,\u201d says Cheryl Karcher, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in NYC. Mango seed butter, safflower oil, jojoba oil, and coconut fruit extract help replenish the lipids that dry or mature skin tends to lose over time, while honey, saccharide isomerate, and hyaluronic acid draw in moisture for that bouncy, cushioned feel. Microbiome-friendly Lactobacillus ferment<\/em> adds a calming layer, keeping skin comfortable throughout the day. With it, \u201cpatients often describe their skin as bouncier, which means moisture balance is improving within<\/em> the skin rather than sitting on top,\u201d says Dr. Karcher.<\/p>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> mango seed butter, safflower oleosomes, jojoba oil, coconut, Lactobacillus ferment<\/em><\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> people with dry skin or an irritated skin barrier<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest with SPF:<\/strong> Clinique Smart Clinical Repair SPF 30 Wrinkle Correcting Cream<\/h2>\n\n
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Smart Clinical Repair SPF 30 Wrinkle Correcting Cream<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Why it’s worth it:<\/strong> You\u2019d be hard-pressed to find a dermatologist who won\u2019t remind you that sunscreen is your best defense against fine lines and wrinkles. Clinique\u2019s Smart Clinical Repair SPF 30 Wrinkle Correcting Cream is a multitasker that combines the proper amount of sun protection (SPF 30, as recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology) with a line-smoothing treatment in the same jar. A proprietary peptide blend helps support collagen for a firmer look over time, while hyaluronic acid and glycerin draw in moisture for a bouncier finish. Antioxidants help neutralize free radicals that chip away at elasticity. The non-greasy texture lands somewhere between cushy and lightweight, and it layers well under makeup.<\/p>\n\n
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\u201cThe fast-absorbing texture hits that sweet spot for me\u2014not too heavy, not too airy\u2014which makes it easy to incorporate into my busy-mom skin-care routine. As I head into the last year of my 30s, I\u2019m very much in my preventative-care era. This one quickly cures my dry patches, and gives me the protection I need without feeling like an extra step.\u201d \u2014Christa Joanna Lee, Allure<\/em> contributing commerce writer<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> 3% avobenzone, 7% homosalate, 3.5% octinoxate, 4.5% octisalate, peptides, hyaluronic acid, glycerin<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> everyone, especially people with dry skin or fine lines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Retinol:<\/strong> Revision Skincare D.E.J. Night Face Cream<\/h2>\n\n
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D.E.J. Night Face Cream<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Why it’s worth it:<\/strong> Dermatologists swear by this night cream, which pairs 0.25% retinol with bakuchiol (a plant-based retinol alternative) for double the line-smoothing power. The Revision Skincare D.E.J. Night Face Cream is a go-to for board-certified dermatologist Sejal Shah, MD, who uses it as the final step in her evening routine. Deanne Robinson, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in Westport, CT, is also a fan and likes to use it around her eyes. “I’m very particular about eye creams, but this one has been in my routine for quite some time,” she says. For fans of this face cream, it comes in a retinol-free version designed for daytime use.<\/p>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> 0.25% retinol, bakuchiol, vitamin C, peptides<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> anyone looking to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest for Oily Skin:<\/strong> Shani Darden Hydration Peptide Cream<\/h2>\n\n
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Hydration Peptide Cream<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Why it’s worth it:<\/strong> Finding a good moisturizer for oily skin can feel like a struggle, but Shani Darden’s Hydration Peptide Cream manages to beat the odds. This oil-free formulation won’t clog pores and delivers firming peptides that help reinforce elasticity over time, while niacinamide regulates excess oil and calms visible redness. Ceramides and squalane work as the moisture keepers (since, after all, oily skin is often trying to make up for not having enough hydration), replenishing lipids without feeling greasy. Use it in the evenings after the brand’s best-selling Retinol Reform serum for a one-two punch against signs of aging.<\/p>\n\n
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“It’s the first really nourishing moisturizer I’ve used that hasn’t triggered a breakout, and it leaves my skin noticeably smoother and softer. I use it morning and night, and have found that even though I\u2019ve had to pause on many of my usual actives due to pregnancy\u2014retinol being the biggest\u2014my skin still looks radiant, more even in tone, and firm.\u201d \u2014Deanna Pai, Allure<\/em> contributing commerce editor<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> peptides, squalane, ceramides<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\nWho it’s for:<\/strong> anyone looking to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nBest Night Cream:<\/strong> Caudalie Premier Cru Cream<\/h2>\n\n
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Premier Cru Cream<\/h3>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Why it’s worth it:<\/strong> What makes the ever-impressive, Best of Beauty-winning Caudalie Premier Cru The Cream so good? To start, it’s a concoction of hyaluronic acid and sugars derived from honey locusts\u2014gasp. New York-based board-certified dermatologist Michele Green, MD, says the latter ingredient helps firm and plump the skin, targeting issues like sagging and fine lines. This cream also contains grapeseed oil and shea butter, two lipids known for their deep moisturizing abilities. If you have especially dry skin, consider Caudalie’s Premier Cru The Rich Cream, another Allure<\/em> Best of Beauty winner.<\/p>\n\n
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\nKey ingredients:<\/strong> hyaluronic acid, resveratrol, Viniferine<\/li>\nFragrance-free:<\/strong> yes<\/li>\n