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14 Natural Moisturizers to Keep Your Skincare Shelf Super Clean

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Stocking your skincare shelf with products that work is key, but stocking it up with products that are made with clean ingredients takes your skincare game to the next level. Just like your diet, it's essential to always check the ingredient list for any and all cleansers, moisturizers, and serums you plan to use. It may be hard to tell, but many products still include potentially harmful ingredients like parabens, alcohol, and sometimes even formaldehyde.

Looking to incorporate natural products into your skincare routine? How about starting with moisturizer—one of the most essential steps of your skincare routine. Here are 14 of the best natural moisturizers to use daily. These formulas all ditch any potentially harmful additives in favor of a holistic set of ingredients that's just as (if not even more) effective.

BELIF The True Cream - Moisturizing Bomb
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BELIF The True Cream - Moisturizing Bomb

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This dermatologist-tested face cream features a uniquely fluffy texture that feels so lightweight, but still manages to deliver major hydration. The formula includes a blend of apothecary herbs including comfrey leaf that reduces inflammation and boosts the cell renewal process. Best of all, it's made without mineral oil, petrolatum, synthetic preservatives, dyes, fragrances, or animal-origin ingredients.

"This goes on light does not leave a heavy, greasy feel," says Ipster suzanne_land07. "I could tell a difference within a few days of using it."

SUNDAY RILEY ICE Ceramide Moisturizing Cream
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SUNDAY RILEY ICE Ceramide Moisturizing Cream

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For dry skin types, using products packed with ceramides can be a complete game changer. The powerful skincare ingredient is a lipid that helps to create a super-strong moisture barrier which keeps moisture in and environmental stressors out. This face cream is packed with ceramides as well as other hydrating ingredients like shea butter and squalane. Use it morning and night to keep skin strong, hydrated, and healthy.

"This stuff is fantastic," says one Ipster. "I have dark circles and this cream brightens my under-eye skin. It doesn’t look like I just woke up all the time anymore."

THANN Hydrating Emulsion
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THANN Hydrating Emulsion

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For oily and acne-prone skin types, using a non-greasy formula is key. This emulsion is ultra-lightweight and perfect for both of these skin types—plus anyone with sensitive or combination skin. It’s made with trusty hyaluronic acid, algin extract, and organic inca inchi seed oil, all of which work together to strengthen your skin’s moisture barrier.

"Such a silky velvety feel when you rub it on the skin," one Ipster writes. "It feels like it really did smooth out any lines I had."

DERMEDICINE ADVANCED SKINCARE Weightless Face Moisturizer SPF 25
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DERMEDICINE ADVANCED SKINCARE Weightless Face Moisturizer SPF 25

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This natural face lotion offers a daily dose of hydration, plus much-needed sun protection thanks to SPF 25. Aloe and glycerin hydrate the skin while zinc oxide, antioxidants, and grape stem cells shield skin from UV damage and free radicals (which can help protect against wrinkles and fine lines).

"I love that it’s a combination of chemical and physical sunscreens," says Snowdragon76. "It absorbs nicely into the skin and I don’t get a white cast on my face. Smells nice and feels refreshing on my skin."

PAYOT PARIS Hydra 24+ Crème Glacée
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PAYOT PARIS Hydra 24+ Creme Glacee

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Designed for normal to dry skin types, this natural moisturizer delivers a healthy dose of hydration for up to 24 hours. It’s made with the brand's unique Hydro Défense Complex, which includes fig, watermelon, red algae extract, and of course, good old H2O. The results? Extremely soft, extra luminous skin.

"Wow! I usually prefer gel moisturizers to creams but this might be my new favorite," writes one Ipster. "INTENSELY moisturizing, only need to apply it once! Very luxurious feel and wonderful smell. A little goes a long way!"

LAB FOR YOU Multi-Ex Repair Cream
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LAB FOR YOU Multi-Ex Repair Cream

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Anyone with acne-prone skin, listen up: This face cream was made especially for you. The formula features witch hazel, a natural, anti-inflammatory astringent that can help to calm acne. When paired with the other hydrating ingredients in this reparative cream, it helps treat skin and moisturize in one fell swoop.

"This is simply amazing," writes Ipster Remidee. "It corrects any blemish or imperfection with ease! I love it!"

ONEKIND Dream Cream Nighttime Moisturizer
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ONEKIND Dream Cream Nighttime Moisturizer

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When your skin is feeling dry, a night cream is a super easy and effective way to add back moisture overnight. During sleep, your skin's blood flow increases, which helps the right skincare products work even more effectively. This night cream includes squalane, an oil that mimics the body's natural oils, as well as regenerative rosehip oil.

"Excellent, quick-absorbing, super moisturizing, skin-soothing night cream," says Ipster camsheries. "Not too heavy or greasy, leaves my skin feeling so soft, hydrated, and rejuvenated!"

YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Superfood Air-Whip Moisture Cream
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YOUTH TO THE PEOPLE Superfood Air-Whip Moisture Cream

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This lightweight, whipped face cream is like a green smoothie for your skin. It's packed with antioxidant-rich superfoods like kale, green tea, and alfalfa as well as hydrating superstars hyaluronic acid, vitamin E, and vitamin C. While all skin types can benefit from this natural moisturizer, it’s especially great for combination skin, oily skin, and anyone looking for anti-aging benefits.

"I really enjoyed this moisturizer," says Ipster VeepOG_hennasee. "It's light and almost like a souffle on your face. It does not take long to soak in the skin and my skin loved this product."

KNOURS. Skin Meditation Gel Cream
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KNOURS. Skin Meditation Gel Cream

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If you're near that time of the month, or if you're just currently dealing with sensitive, irritated skin, this soothing gel moisturizer provides some much-need calming benefits. Ceramides, glycerin, and hyaluronic acid team up to provide deep hydration while peppermint oil naturally cleanses skin with its antiseptic and antibacterial properties.

"If you get acne during your cycle invest in this," writes one Ipster. "I have gone through three cycles with no pimples."

AVETTE Water Flash Coconut Water Cream
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AVETTE Water Flash Coconut Water Cream

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This lightweight, water-based facial moisturizer is loaded with hyaluronic acid and Hawaiian coconut water to hydrate and expertly balance moisture levels. Squalane also steps in here to mimic your skin’s natural protective oils and lock in all the nutrients you just applied. It's like a refreshing, nutrient-packed glass of water designed just for your skin. 

"Super moisturizing," says an Ipster. "Creates a barrier to hold hydration in. Also very cooling on the skin."

POLAAR Night Cream
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POLAAR Night Cream

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Here's another A+ night cream to consider adding to your PM skincare routine. This formula is made with boreal algae, which encourages cell regeneration to help heal and revitalize your skin while you sleep. If you find that most night creams are too oily for your liking, you'll love how quickly and easily this one absorbs into the skin. 

"This moisturizer is so good," one Ipster writes. "It is super thick but not greasy at all. I noticed a difference in the softness of my skin around the eye area immediately after applying."

TATCHA The Dewy Skin Cream
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TATCHA The Dewy Skin Cream

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Japanese purple rice extract gives this hydrating cream a natural, gorgeous lavender tint. The special ingredient is also rich in antioxidants that help to protect against stress, pollution, and UV damage. In addition, moisture barrier-boosting ceramides and Okinawa algae, a powerful humectant, team up to keep skin hydrated and soft. This formula is also dermatologist tested, cruelty-free, non-comedogenic, and made without parabens, phthalates. All in all, it's a great option for all skin types–especially those with sensitive skin.

"Wow. This moisturizer feels so incredibly smooth and light when worn," says Ipster lorenhn. "I absolutely love the way it makes my face feel and love that you don’t need much to cover your face. Incredible product."

AROMATICA Calendula Juicy Cream
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AROMATICA Calendula Juicy Cream

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Calendula extract is the star of the show in this healthy moisturizer and has a wide range of great skincare benefits. It's hydrating, has antiseptic properties to help tame skin irritations and breakouts, and provides anti-aging benefits. It can also help to boost the skin's healing process, making it an ideal companion for anyone experiencing redness, acne, or recovering from a sunburn.

"I love this moisturizer. This will be my new go-to," says bugs_auntie_p48. "It makes my skin dewy and soft. A MUST for older women!"

SKYN ICELAND Pure Cloud Cream
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SKYN ICELAND Pure Cloud Cream

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This ultra-fluffy moisturizer works like a dream on all skin types, even super sensitive. It calms, hydrates, and soothes with natural, skin-loving ingredients like sweet almond oil, rice protein, and jojoba seed oil, and aloe vera.

"Very moisturizing, yet very light, and not sticky at all," one Ipster says. "It absorbs seemingly immediately and makes your skin look clean and fresh. It is also great for sensitive skin—some creams make my skin turn red for a few minutes, but not this one! Very calming formula indeed!"

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Article Last Updated July 24, 2023 12:00 AM