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Moisturiser for dry sensitive skin

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Aglassofroseplease Thu 05-Dec-19 20:55:49

I’m looking for the holy grail of moisturisers - does it exist?
I prefer creams without too many irritating chemical as I end up itchy and sore. I’ve tried various creams and as I’ve got older and we go into winter and cold windy weather my skin is feeling dry and a bit sore. Anyone got any suggestions, please

Fennel Fri 06-Dec-19 11:22:31

Ialuset cream contains hyaluronic acid, the main ingredient in expensive face creams. You can buy it online. I think about £14 for 100g.
www.amazon.co.uk/Gen%C3%83vrier-7631235-Ialuset-Cream-100/dp/B00E3U9H4I?psc=1&linkCode=xm2&SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q&creativeASIN=B00E3U9H4I&tag=gransnetforum-21&creative=165953&camp=2025
I have a tube which my doctor prescribed to use on a leg wound which was slow to heal. I sometimes use it on my face too.
Otherwise Nivea soft.

Dottynan Fri 06-Dec-19 11:21:19

Having just been to the doctors with a bad bout of exczma he suggested best to shower with Aquaderm Aqueous Cream. Doesn't take any of the oils out of your skin. Would thoroughly recommend it although it does take a bit of getting used to.

CaroleAnne Fri 06-Dec-19 11:13:03

I use Nivea every day on my face arms and legs. It keeps the areas gently moistened and is not perfumed. I have quite a dry skin.

dragonfly46 Fri 06-Dec-19 11:12:41

Another vote for Aveeno here.

Annie26 Fri 06-Dec-19 11:08:56

I am another fan of SBC products particularly their Collagen Gel. Also Nivea products are good value and they have products for all different skin types

harrigran Fri 06-Dec-19 11:08:17

The best moisturiser I ever used was Origins Perfect world, very light and easily absorbed and contains SPF 40. Their whole range of products are gentle on the skin and like their Night a mins for bedtime.

EllieB52 Fri 06-Dec-19 10:56:54

The Liz Earle range is very good. I’m not keen on their standard moisturisers but the Superskin range is good (with or without neroli oil). I use it without as I don’t like the smell of the neroli oil. Larger Boots stores and JL sell it. You could probably get samples to try. Nothing artificial in the range.

flaxwoven Fri 06-Dec-19 10:38:46

I have life-long ichthyosis for which there is no cure, only moisturising. Very dry flaky skin. The best creams for sensitive skin are those with no perfumes such as E45 or Aveeno. I use Simple face cream, very delicate and soft. E45 lotion or cream or Aveeno on the body. I used to buy Body Shop vitamin E face cream but the price has gone up so much. £14 for a tiny jar. Nivea is also good and can be used on the face. For lips I use Vaseline and MAC lipstick which is creamy. I can't wear makeup because of the flaky skin. I use Lidl hand cream which has a lovely smell of camomile and very cheap. Palmers cocoa butter is nice and thick but difficult to squeeze out of the tube.

Magrithea Fri 06-Dec-19 10:38:38

@aglassofroseplease have a look at Wow You! www.wowyou.com It's chemical free and smells lovely! I have to declare an interest as the company belongs to an old school friend of my DS but it is lovely stuff!

pinkquartz Fri 06-Dec-19 10:36:38

For without chemicals Neals Yard is very good for dry skin. I use it for my face and neck.

Aveeno is fab for dry and itchy skin.

Madmaggie Fri 06-Dec-19 10:33:21

I have rosacea and as others have said La Roche Posey but check it out online for best deal & I only use for a flare up. For normal days I am also using bodyshop vitamin E face cream and its lovely. Got it on an offer and its most economical. Feels good on, sinks in . I've tried loads & am happy with this. Im 70.

Grandmagrotbags Fri 06-Dec-19 10:31:23

I swear by tropic skincare. I find it really feeds my skin

tropicskincare.com/

NM1568 Fri 06-Dec-19 10:29:02

The Aveeno range was recommended to me by a consultant dermatologist . I have a hereditary dry skin condition and in the past paid big bucks thinking you have to do this to get a better quality product. It’s really not necessary xx

jaylucy Fri 06-Dec-19 10:27:01

Aveeno is good and this summer I have found Sukin which apparently an Australian brand that you can buy from Amazon (I got a 100ml pump bottle for about £5)
SBC is also a good, UK company that make water based gels that you can use on your face and body.
I have also started using Rosehip oil - a few drops patted onto your face and decolletage at night or add a couple of drops to any moisturiser.
I also like the Lacura range from Aldi, but it is so popular that you have to be there at the right time - Lidl's own brand is also excellent, all ranges.

Graygirl Fri 06-Dec-19 10:23:53

Take a look at SBC , have used there ranges for years skin very sensitive but direct from there website or qvc. Also body shop hemp face winter protection as a emergency stand by.

Bluegrass Fri 06-Dec-19 10:21:00

I have tried a few pricey items just as a treat but always return to my old favourite. For face and neck, I love Nivea daily essentials, oil free moisturising day cream. The other versions are night cream or sensitive but they are quite different. For me, the oil free is super, it's inexpensive and worth a try.

ToadsMum Fri 06-Dec-19 10:20:02

Clarins Double Serum - pricey but worth it - before any moisturiser really increases the effect.
Plastic surgeons always recommend Nivea - for my son after skin graft and someone I worked with after something removed from her face - we always have it in the house since. So if skin is wintery dry, often use that for a while.

paintingthetownred Fri 06-Dec-19 10:04:38

Would like to go with Weleda Skin food. They do a light version as well. Wouldn't change mine now.

kaycee Fri 06-Dec-19 10:03:22

I agree Bio Oil is very good. Have used Waitrose Baby Bottom Butter in the past and that was brilliant not sure if they still do it.

Babs758 Fri 06-Dec-19 09:58:53

Aveeno for legs and scars and l’occitaine divine for face. Expensive but a little goes a long way and everything else brings me out in spots!

tiredoldwoman Fri 06-Dec-19 09:49:31

Bio oil ! Best thing ever , a tiny amount only is needed . Warmed between your palms then massaged into your face and neck , the rest around your nails then I smooth my hair with my palms . Nothing else needed !

jusnoneed Fri 06-Dec-19 08:50:00

My son suffers with dry skin and has found Aveeno to be the best thing for him.
I only ever used baby lotion (also as a make up remover when I used to wear it) as I think if it's good for their skin it's good for anyone.

Dee1012 Thu 05-Dec-19 23:41:52

I tried Aveeno alongside many others and nothing agreed with my skin.
Someone recommended La Roche Posay and I've been using that for about 18 months now.
Lovely on my skin, doesn't irritate at all and it's not too expensive.

TrendyNannie6 Thu 05-Dec-19 23:06:08

Aveeno everytime use the moisturiser n the shampoo too by far my fav and quite reasonably priced too , need very little and the cream sinks in well

Hetty58 Thu 05-Dec-19 22:59:12

Coconut oil.