The Best Face Moisturisers at MECCA Right Now
August 26 | 4 minute read
Words by The MECCA Memo
It’s a hard one for us to answer, too. We have hundreds of formulas that we really, truly believe in. As one of our skin experts, Lucy Shaw, explains, that question should really be ‘what is my skin telling me?’.
“Everyone has such individual needs and preferences when it comes to their skin… you should think about what a moisturiser does for your skin, the texture and the consistency.”
For oilier skin types, Lucy explains, there are lightweight gel formulas that refresh the skin with hyaluronic acid and squalane. At the other end of the spectrum sit rich, buttery formulations full of nourishing oils best suited for dry or mature skin types. Then there are some that go even further than moisturising, treating particular skin concerns like sensitivity, breakouts, ageing, dehydration, uneven texture and pigmentation.
To make it easier than ever for you to find your formula, we’re here to help you hydrate with a moisturiser that ticks every box for your own skin.
For Breakout-Prone Skin: MECCA COSMETICA Gel Cream
For Dehydrated Skin: Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturising Cream
Dry skin laps up rich, emollient moisturisers that lock in hydration and keep skin nourished throughout the day. You’ll want to look for ceramides on the ingredients list (this will help prevent moisture loss).
This soothing formula from K-beauty icon Dr. Jart+ targets dryness as well as sensitivity and a compromised barrier (which is often the cause of dehydration and dryness in the first place). It’s a rich, buttery formula with ceramides, panthenol and glycerin, which work together to provide immediate and long-term hydration and barrier support, while relieving dryness and tightness.
For Signs of Ageing: Augustinus Bader The Rich Cream
The most effective creams for ageing skin are those with a serum mentality; flooding the skin with potent actives and patented complexes approved by doctors, derms and biotech innovators.
Powered by Professor Bader’s patented TFC8® technology (a supercharged blend of amino acids, vitamins and peptides), this celebrity-approved formula is backed by over 30 years of skin research. Paired with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, the adaptive TFC8® complex promotes cell renewal by guiding key nutrients to where your skin needs them most. The result? Youthful-looking skin that appears smoother, firmer and more radiant. If your skin tends to be oilier, you can also opt for the lighter-weight formula, The Cream.
For Pigmentation: Emma Lewisham Supernatural Day Crème
For your most even and radiant complexion yet, look for antioxidant-rich formulas with vitamin C, a powerhouse antioxidant for fading dark spots and improving skin texture.
When it comes to pigmentation, Emma Lewisham’s beloved moisturiser works as hard as a serum. With a combination of triple vitamin C, ceramides and AHA/BHA, the formula is scientifically proven to kickstart collagen production and restore skin’s optimal daytime functions, which adds up to bright, plump skin and a noticeable reduction in the appearance of pigmentation. Meanwhile, saccharide isomerate and hyaluronic acid deliver supercharged hydration, and wild indigo extract (a calming neuropeptide) visibly improves skin tone. Note: SPF is always a must, but especially when you’re using this.
For Textured Skin: Summer Fridays Cloud Dew Gel Cream Moisturiser
In the pursuit of even texture? Choose a moisturiser with gentle exfoliants to smooth, plus hydrating and barrier-repairing ingredients to keep it soft and supple.
Summer Fridays' oil-free gel does it all. Pineapple enzymes smooth your complexion by gently dissolving those pesky, pore-clogging dead skin cells while three weights of hyaluronic acid serve up a plumping dose of hydration. Use morning and night for glowier skin that’s visibly smoother.
For Sensitive Skin: Cosmetics 27 Baume 27 Advanced Formula
‘Restore’ and ‘recover’ are the two words to look out for when choosing a moisturiser for sensitive skin, tasked to soothe redness and irritation, while supporting a compromised skin barrier.
One of MECCA’s most coveted skin soothers, Baume 27 instantly relieves stressed complexions, calms redness and works to strengthen skin from within. The brand’s signature plant-based Centella Asiatica CICA-MA2® complex sits at the heart of this formula, designed to protect skin cells. One sweep and you’ll see why it’s every MECCA skin specialist’s favourite moisturiser.
