How To Moisturise Your Skin: How To Find The BEST Moisturiser For Your Skin Type | Dr Sam Bunting

How to moisturise your skin and the best ingredients to look for.
When we think about the skincare basics, moisturiser is an essential step. Whatever your skin type, it can be confusing choosing the best one for you and understanding the right way to use it.
In today’s video, I’m deconstructing the humble moisturiser so you’re equipped with all you need to keep skin happily hydrated.
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Disclaimer: The content seen in this video is provided only for educational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek professional help individually if you suffer from any dermatological condition. Due to the volume of patients seen in the clinic, and to the unique nature of skin, Dr Bunting is unable to respond to every query on these videos.

[@lisapierce525]

I wish you would list all the products that you suggest. I’m sure your products are magnificent but not everyone can afford the high end products. God bless!

[@tracybownes7612]

Loving this series, can’t wait for the next video , hoping it will carry on to body care !

[@karenhampson9172]

Thanks dr Sam your products have made such a difference to my paired down skincare routine after being diagnosed with rosecea several months ago. Azelaic acid has really made a difference and cleared it up. Your moisturisers and cleanser, not forgetting flawless sunscreen are loved by my skin. I am using brightly in the morning, finacea at night and am working up to replacing finacea with your nightly serum. Can’t thank you enough for all the advice you put out, which has so helped me navigate my way through skincare.

[@khalid.367]

Amazing educational content as usual from the classy and gorgeous Dr Sam.

[@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267]

My holy grail moisturizer is the Cerave PM moisturizer and for the price, it’s a steal 😊

[@RachelRach123]

Do you use the purple one in the jar?

[@robertlouisebaker-hyde1267]

@@RachelRach123 not in a jar. It’s a pump

[@dustyatchison]

Love this new series! Always so helpful getting back to the basics. 🙌🏻

[@angelamcgregor8985]

Fabulous, very informative, thank you Dr Sam x

[@Christel108]

Thank you so much. I have super sensitive skin (salicylate sensitivity) . Learning more about products is really helping me. I’m 53. I love squaline. I was fine with glycemic acid for months but now it seems to damage my skin.

[@ellay4514]

Thanks for this...Really good to think about all this. As always, a wonderful source of knowledge. I always look for Glycerin but did not know about occlusives. Moisturise moisturise moisturise has helped my dry skin. I love your moisturiser and use it daily after your serums. It looks like your moisturiser has both humectants and occlusives as well as barrier repair ingredients so I am happy about that. I also like Curel Intensive cream & Dermalogica barrier relief.

[@susanmcf1]

Another helpful video. I like Paula's Choice Skin Recovery Replenishing moisturizer, especially in the winter. It contains peptides and hyaluronic acid. I use tretioin at night and ascorbic acid during the day so my skin can get flaky without a good moisturizer.

[@bloominthestars6035]

Thank you for the break down!! 🙏🏼 I can better understand the formulas so I can adjust to my skin needs accordingly.

[@DrSamBunting]

Glad it was helpful!❤

[@PatB415]

Excellent explanation & direction. Love this new series! Is there a less expensive comparable dupe for the Obagi Hydrate Luxe Moisturizing Cream?

[@tia8489]

Yes, Dr Sam's flawless moisturiser is similar to it, both have a Shea butter base.

[@beeg1549]

which eyeliner and mascara do you have on Dr Sam? looks lovely!

[@cathylynn57]

I use Theraplex barrier balm at night over my moisturizer. I love it! It is not too greasy and easier to apply than Aquaphor.

[@clarewolfe223]

Loved this video explained the different ingredients found in lots of moisturisers really well. Missed the cats though, were they asleep? 🐈🐈‍⬛💤

[@danagodfrey2979]

Great advise thx

[@christinahood7229]

I've found that my skin definitely can't have just one moisturiser and I'm having to assess my skins needs on a daily basis especially since being on tretinoin. I'm currently trying a number of different moisturisers. I'm glad you did this video as so many people don't express the importance of having a number of moisturisers on rotation in your routine and I thought I was the only person with this problem as its not widely discussed. I can't wait to order your new eye cream next week I think it will really be beneficial to my eye area as I'm too scared to use my tretinoin prescription in this area x

[@barbarabagaric2942]

Which moisturisers are you using?

[@slavenreese5836]

Hi Sam, amazing videos as always. Very helpful. Just a quick question..Avene have now discontinued their Tolarance extreme emolusion...which iv been using for years...and then only one I felt my skin liked. Any suggestions that could replace that kind of cream? Many thanks for your helpful videos!

[@tia8489]

Helpful video, thanks. I'd love a video discussing more about the skin benefits of the less active ingredients in your products such as shea butter, squalane, allantoin and panthenol ❤️

[@ja-t5220]

Thank you Dr Sam for this very informative video. What Avene moisturizer would you recommend for mature, rosacea prone skin on the dryer side and about to start the Avene RetrinAl 0.05%? Thank you.

[@marysalinas6146]

Thank you Dr Sam!

[@DrSamBunting]

Thanks for watching ❤

[@aidanm.5461]

Thank you for this videos! I'm really enjoying this series. It's informative and easy to understand. 😊

[@alinad2928]

I have incredibly dry skin and need a face oil over my night cream, rose hip in temperate climates and grape seed oil in the tropics which is light and soaks in quickly.

[@hanhikaru]

Very nice share video my friend 👍

[@OrthodoxaSkirtimata]

*_Thank you! I'm 21 with very sensitive skin and love using a moisturising spf every morning and a simple moisturising cream at night. My favourite spf is Isdin and Avene SensiMed and my go-to moisturizing cream is The Ordinary NMF. Sometimes I prefer to mix it with a few drops of squalane, esp during the winter. In the summer I love keeping it simple and use it alone! Sometimes I use HA as a humectant and lock the goodness with NMF. Thx again, God bless you!_*

[@DrSamBunting]

Thanks for sharing!! ❤

[@OrthodoxaSkirtimata]

@@DrSamBunting *_Thank you as well!!_*

[@giuconnolly2117]

Would love if you did a richer version of Flawless moisturiser.

[@DrSamBunting]

Try using our Revival mask as an overnight treatment this should help to keep your skin hydrated. ❤

[@shayshay-reb]

Is ordinary moisturiser with HA good? Also is cerave moisturiser for face and body Okay to be used on the face?

[@muskanjain9632]

can mix niacinamide toner with green tea toner

[@shirleyguy7152]

Thank you 😊

[@DrSamBunting]

Thanks for watching ❤

[@dailydoseofmedicinee]

Water keeps your body hydrated and refreshed and helps maintain your skin's elasticity.

[@shwetaparecha8959]

Madam can u tell how to reduce smile lines .....

[@ruthcastillocastilla2847]

At the time I go to the gym the sun is out so I wear a light moisturizer (toleraine ultra fluide) and than mineral sunscreen without washing my face. When I get back, I do cleansing, and the whole morning routine. Do you think that’s the right way to go?

[@kendallstark4302]

Hello! That's what I do. If you wash your face before going to the gym, then again after the gym (when you take a shower), and once again in the evening, your skin might get irritated after all that cleansing. Sounds like you've got it right!

[@sara_387]

Thank you 😊 How do natural moisturising factors and electrolytes fit into this? I have rosacea and especially in winter I feel that nothing can ‘moisturise’ adequately. I believe it’s more hydration that’s the issue and have found some relief with adding a moisturiser with NMF and electrolytes. How do these compare to HAs?

[@sonny297]

What products do you use please? I agree with the hydration problem

[@taranullius9221]

Do both. I put on serums for actives/hydration (usually niacinamide, peptides & HA), then you can go with something like Neutrogena Hydro Boost Moisturiser (fragrance free one) for more glycerin and hydration then something more occlusive to seal over the top (The Ordinary NMF, Something like the Repair line from Paula's Choice). Or just do the serums/thicker occlusive or hydro boost/thicker occlusive.

[@Banana11128]

I love no7 essential night moisterizer, it's the only thing that soothsayer my sensitive fair mild rosacea skin without clogging pores.Its quite old school. ..fragrancefree and has petroleum but suits my reactive skin!

[@silviamoyanno]

Hi! 🌞 I have pimples all over my forehead but I also have dry skin. I use the CeraVe moisturiser. Recently I bought HA. Can I apply them at the same time? Which one should I put on first? Thank you sooo much 💗 sorry for my English if there's any mistake 😅 it's not my first language

[@taranullius9221]

Yes you can use them at the same time. Serums/Hydration first, then, seal it in with CeraVe.

[@JazzRoyalty]

This winter I have noticed my skin is so dry that my moisturizer sits on top of it. I exfoliate and I use the Laroche Posay 72h moisturizer with hyaluronic acid. I don't understand why it doesn't penetrate my skin better...

[@Alias-gj8et]

Maybe you could try an essence?

[@shahnazghafoor9349]

I'm 55 year of age, I've used niva on my face, anything else gives me dry patches. Would to ask which product would be good for my skin, also I wash may face 3 times a day would I need to top up on the day moisture every time or not. My skin has dry patches, which moisturizer show I use. Thank you

[@SueRosalie]

stop washing your face 3 times a day - that is very drying - you only need once

[@jessicacarlson6840]

Never heard of Obagi...tried to look it up and I think I found it but it lists fragrance as an ingredient. :-(

[@MISSLEONAJB]

Same 🙈

[@ivanuzzo81]

Thank you Doctor Sam for your comprehensive review. However my dermatology said quite firmly that I should not be using a moisturiser because I have oily and acne prone skin. I am very confused to be honest.

[@Tay-nw9lt]

there are lots of products that are non-comedonegenic (don't cause acne) - both bacterial and fungal! idk if your dermatologist told you what kind of acne you have, but whether you have bacterial acne, fungal acne or both, there are definitely products out there that can work for you. additionally, having oily skin doesn't preclude you from moisturizing; you just have to be sure you cleanse thoroughly and then choose *the right* moisturizer for you.

[@ivanuzzo81]

@@Tay-nw9lt thank you for your response. I thought as much, before seeing this dermatology. I have common bacterial acne. Even in my old age :) I still have periods of flares and general worsening of my condition. I have to say that now that I am following the regime that she prescribed to me and that has no moisturiser (just a serum in the morning, which happens to have a little of HA), my skin is a lot less greasy and doesn't appear to be affected by the lack of a mosturiser. So in principle I'd be good to go. However I want to include a lightweight non-comedogenic sunscreen, and a sunscreen is also a moisturiser. So, If I did it, I'd go against her directions. That's why I am puzzled.

[@tia8489]

Hi, I have the same skin type as you. I really feel my skin benefits from a non comedogenic moisturiser like Dr Sam's flawless or the ordinary nmf, I use it at night and sunscreen alone in the morning. My actives treat my acne so my skin is clear regardless of using a bit of moisturiser x

[@aidanm.5461]

I have acne prone skin, too, and a moisturizer actually really helped my skin and made my breakouts more calm. It also helped my breakouts heal quicker. You might try a lightweight non-comedogenic gel or lotion moisturizer. They don't feel too heavy.

[@ivanuzzo81]

Thank you all for commenting. My new sunscreen is on its way from Asia. I bought the one with the lightest formula that I could possibly find. I think this will be my one moisturiser. For the night-time I don't think I will need a moisturiser, considered that I didn't feel the need for the last three months. Bear in mind that I live in a place which is kind of humid all year round, on top of having really oily skin myself. Should I feel some tightness, or have itchy, flaky or scaly skin, I can always reach out for a non-comedogenic moisturiser. But beside that rare occurrence, I'll try to stick to my dermatology's moisturiser-free routine as much as possible, so that I don't have to blame myself in case it does not work.

[@StariiV3]

Love all yr videos 🥰.Pls can you tell What are ingredients like chlorphenesin and oxothiazolidine in moisturizer? Are they safe to use in pregnancy?

[@juvycirunay9957]

Is it normal for the skin to feel a stinging sensation when moisturiser is applied to the face, or my skin barrier is compromise? 😊 thank you so much

[@spreadthemessage15]

From what I have learned about skin care no, products shouldn't sting your face. Perhaps investigate a little more about why your face could be stinging because it could be caused by various factors like harsh products or simply using products that your skin doesn't like on a regular basis, skin irritations, too much sun or even hot water. It's possible that it has nothing to do with your moisturiser and there's something else that you're doing or using 🤔😯

[@CJ_536]

My face stings if I use something with vitamin c or retinol. It may be that you are sensitive to an ingredient. Some people are sensitive to fragrance. Almost everything contains fragrance even if it doesn't smell like it. You might want to look for something fragrance-free. I am a fan of vanicream when my skin is irritated. It is free of most known irritants and has no actives. It never stings, though it feels heavy till it soaks in.

[@smiah7898]

My only gripe with the Avene Tolerance Extreme Emulsion is the awful awful packaging. When my skin barrier is compromised it is truly the only product I've found that doesn't irritate my skin but you can only use half the tube before it completely stops letting you dispense any more product. The nozzle where the product comes out of always gets clogged too. I wish they'd just put in in a normal pump or a normal squeeze tube! x

[@kendallstark4302]

I think I have a tube of that moisturizer sitting in my closet. I've used it once. Does it kind of shoot out a lot of product at once, and you get too much of it?

[@smiah7898]

@@kendallstark4302 yes it gets clogged so you scrape off the dried bits and squeeze a little harder and a weeks worth of product shoots out. Literally enough to do my face neck chest and arms lol

[@coldplayfreak1235]

I’ve had the same issue with this moisturizer; the product itself is great for my skin, but the tube always gets clogged and I end up squeezing out excess product.

[@monicaduncan7109]

Just run the nozzle under a hot tap to unclog it 🤷‍♀️

[@blschafer4310]

Avene is discontinuing the Tolerance Cream, Cleanser and Emulsion.

[@Carolll9]

How do you know?!