It’s not just during the winter that dryness becomes an issue; whether your dry skin is induced by weather, seasonal change or irritation, it’s always a good idea to respond quickly. Dry skin becomes more prone to other skin concerns like inflammation or redness, so it’s important to gear up with hydrating skincare picks that replenish lost hydration as well as lock moisture into your skin. Below is a full routine’s worth of essential hydrating skincare to quench your skin’s thirst and add a hydrating boost to every step. Got your shopping cart ready? Let’s get into the full splash.

Oil-Based Cleanser

haruharu wonder - Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil

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No matter how many new oil cleansers are being launched, our VANA fans always go back to the haruharu wonder Black Rice Moisture Deep Cleansing Oil for that bonus hit of moisture. You have your star ingredient Black Rice teaming up with nourishing botanical oils, forming an ultra-soothing cleanser that washes away buildup and impurities while maintaining optimal hydration levels. Bonus points for this formula being suitable for all skin types.

Water-Based Cleanser

Round Lab - Birch Juice Moisturizing Cleanser

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Anyone suffering from dry or dehydrated skin will typically be steered away from foam cleansers, but the Round Lab Birch Juice Moisturizing Cleanser is one we’d actually recommend. Vita Hyaluronic Acid and NMF are in charge of forming a defensive moisture barrier, effectively locking moisture into the skin. The formula is slightly acidic to further support skin barrier health and prevent moisture loss.

Booster Shot

VT - Hydrop Reedle Shot 100hL

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Did you know VT’s viral Reedle Shot comes in an even more hydrating version? Meet the Hydrop Reedle Shot 100hL for that dewy radiance. VT’s patented Deep Hydration technology delivers HA-Nano Capsules deep into the skin to improve moisture levels on the surface, as well as within the skin’s layers. Apply on clean, dry skin to let this booster work its magic.

Toner Pad

Biodance - Cera-Nol Gel Toner Pads

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We bet you’ve never seen a toner pad like the Biodance Cera-Nol Gel Toner Pads before, and this formula is about to upgrade your whole toner experience. 5 types of Ceramides and D-Panthenol are delivered deep into the dermis for a strengthening and hydrating boost, with the help of Glacial Milk that’s also responsible for an instant cooling effect. The hydrogel pads themselves reduce friction between the pad and skin, improving the skin’s condition as a whole.

Toner

TirTir - Milk Skin Toner

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If we’re talking hydration, the TirTir Milk Skin Toner is undoubtedly the GOAT. This toner blends Niacinamide, Rice Bran extract, Ceramide and Panthenol into one milky concoction that fortifies the skin barrier and provides intense hydration. Not only will you achieve a more even skin tone and protect your skin against environmental aggressors, what you’re left with coming out of your skin routine is a glassy complexion that gets brighter with each use.

Essence

mixsoon - Beta-Glucan Essence

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Beta-Glucan is such an underrated ingredient that belongs in every dryness-reducing routine, and the mixsoon Beta-Glucan Essence certainly makes a strong case for it. Locking in hydration is the baseline of its benefits, but it also restores elasticity to sagging complexions and tightens up enlarged pores. Fun fact: Beta-Glucan is 20% more hydrating than Hyaluronic Acid – just something to take note of when building your skin-quenching routine *wink*

Serum

Isntree - Ultra-Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum

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Good ol’ Hyaluronic Acid never fails when it comes to providing some extra splash, and it’s the key ingredient of the Isntree Ultra-Low Molecular Hyaluronic Acid Serum. This watery texture consists of 14 sizes of Hyaluronic Acid to hydrate the inner and outer layers of skin. It’s light, fresh, and absorbs within seconds to deliver rapid hydration sans stickiness or greasiness, making it the perfect addition to any skincare routine.

Cream

Purito SEOUL - Hydro Wave Deep Sea Cream

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With just one application of the Purito SEOUL Hydro Wave Deep Sea Cream, this hydro-seal formula targets both dryness and sensitivity with mineral-rich Gangwondo Sea Water, a Marine Complex and Sodium Hyaluronate. A vegan-friendly cream, it’s silky smooth and provides a cool sensation when layered on. From dehydrated to luminous and glowing, you’re sure to notice a difference in how your skin looks and feels.

Sunscreen

SKIN1004 - Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Glow Sun Ampoule SP50+ PA++++

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The SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Probio-Cica Glow Sun Ampoule SP50+ PA++++ is *the* secret weapon sunscreen to treat dry, damaged skin. Panthenol and Betaine refill lost moisture while Ceramide reinforces the skin barrier and TECA alleviates irritation. Fans of the formula love how it doesn’t leave a white cast when blended into the skin, and offers a glowing yet non-greasy finish.

Sleeping Mask

LANEIGE - Water Sleeping Mask EX

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There’s a reason why the LANEIGE Water Sleeping Mask EX is so beloved by users worldwide: this iconic sleeping mask is enriched with a Sleeping Micro Biome™ component and Probiotics Complex to strengthen the skin’s defenses as you sleep, enhancing skin moisture levels, texture and clarity. It makes the skin visibly soft and smooth in the morning, creating the ideal blank canvas for your MOTD.

Eye Cream

Abib - Collagen Eye Crème Jericho Rose Tube

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If dryness and fine lines are plaguing your undereyes, get to know the Abib Collagen Eye Crème Jericho Rose Tube. A multi-care formula, it counts on Trehalose found in Rose of Jericho to enhance moisture retention, as well as Collagen for a plumping boost that improves the appearance of wrinkles and crow’s feet. It’s suitable for users of all skin types, and can be used in both the AM and PM for a revitalizing pick-me-up.

Lip Treatment

CNP LABORATORY - Propolis Lipcerin™

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Out with the dry, flaky lips, in with the CNP LABORATORY Propolis Lipcerin™. Propolis extract and Manuka Honey come together to form a moisture-rich lip treatment that glides onto the lips like honey, offering up to 12 hours of lasting moisture to combat fine lines, chapping and uncomfortable dryness. The formula comes dispensed out of a convenient grinder tub that keeps application and the product hygienic as you reach for it over and over again.