Beauty Classics: InStyle Editors Weigh in on the Exact Moisturizers They Use (and Love!)

"I have such a moisturizer problem. I am eczema-prone, especially in the winter, so moisturizing is a religion for me.  [Is talking about eczema gross?] For my face, I am loyal to Clinique Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief.  It’s silky and cooling, and it comes in the prettiest shade of pink that makes me feel like such a lady."  —Emily Shornick, Senior Multimedia Editor

"Dr. Jart’s Ceramidin Cream is the product I swear by. It is crazy how fast your skin absorbs this — it’s like it’s been waiting for it all day. I use it at night and wake up with moisturized, smooth, plumper skin.” — Macey Hall, Senior Social Media Manager

“I hate using a heavy cream on my face at night, so this water gel is the perfect alternative. It’s really light and absorbs well, leaving almost zero trace that you used it at all aside from super soft, moisturized skin. The only caveat is that it doesn’t include SPF, so I keep it to my nighttime routine, but I imagine during the warmer months this gel is going to be the perfect way to cool off my skin at the end of the day.” -Rachel Crocetti, Digital Producer

"This moisturizer may be void of bells and whistles, but it excels at keeping dry, flaky skin away. I love that it’s lightweight so it doesn’t leave a greasy film that never fully absorb on your face like other creams, because who has time for that?" —Erin Lukas, Beauty Writer

"In winter, this makes my dry lackluster skin rich and glowing." —Kim Peiffer, Executive Editor

"This moisturizer is water-based, so it’s lightweight enough to wear in peak humidity, but gives enough insurance during the winter months. My skin practically drinks it in on contact, and I swear my pores have never looked smaller." —Marianne Mychaskiw,  Associate Beauty Editor

"This silky-smooth blend by Elemis is chock full of the Holy Grail of moisturizing ingredients—hyaluronic acid." —Dianna Mazzone, Assistant Beauty Editor

"I am a Biologique Recherche devotee. Rarely is there a skincare product that touches my face that doesn’t come from this brand, and that includes eye cream. Their Crème Contour Des Jeux  instantly makes my under eyes feel fresher and brighter." —Ruthie Friedlander, Site Director

“I tend to use very heavy creams at night or facial oils. This detox oil from Caudalie is 100 percent plant based, absorbs in seconds, and leaves my skin looking glowy and feeling totally hydrated come the AM." —Victoria Moorhouse, Beauty Editor

"It’s a real splurge but worth it. It’s the quickest way to hydrate my skin. WhenI wake up the next morning, after using it for just one night, my skin is plumper, smoother and I look so refreshed. It’s so rich that one tub lasts me a few months." —Selene Milano, Senior Beauty Editor