Facial skincare creams come in hundreds of different forms, and it can be easy to feel overwhelmed when trying to make a decision while standing in a drugstore or department store aisle. Save yourself the headache of trying to choose a product or decipher numerous manufacturers' claims by going with a face cream that's been selected as one of the top performers by dermatologists or beauty experts.
Estee Lauder Nutritious Vita-Mineral Moisture Lotion
Estee Lauder's moisture lotion is one of the company's top-performing moisturizers, according to skincare expert Paula Begoun. She says it contains "beneficial ingredients" like antioxidants, emollients and water-binding agents to help improve your skin's health and boost its natural barrier. She also likes that it feels lightweight when applied and has a creamy, smooth consistency.
Purpose Dual Treatment Moisturizer SPF 15
Purpose's sun protecting cream comes recommended by Dr. Leslie Baumann, a dermatologist writing for Women's Health magazine. She liked it because it helps defend the skin from wrinkles provoked by the sun's rays while feeling sheer and light. It's also ideal for sensitive skin or blemish-prone skin because it's formulated without fragrances or oils.
L'Oreal Paris Sublime Glow Daily Moisturizer
If you need a basic lightweight moisturizing cream, Begoun says L'Oreal Paris's daily moisturizer is "very good." It's slightly tinted with mica, which adds a sheer glow to your skin for an instantly brighter complexion. The cream comes in two formulas, one intended for fair skin tones and the other made for medium tones. Begoun also notes that it comes with a touch of self-tanning to help bronze up your skin.
Laura Mercier Illuminating Brightener
Laura Mercier's facial cream received a positive review after Begoun tested it. It contains vitamins like stabilized vitamin C, a potent antioxidant that may help brighten skin discolorations and protect your skin from future damage. It also contains moisturizing vegetable oils, like safflower seed oil and olive oil, and standard skin conditioners like glycerin, for a potentially smoother, brighter complexion.
References
- "Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me"; Paula Begoun; 2009
- Women's Health Magazine: Remove Wrinkles and Stop Aging
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