When it comes to glowing, healthy skin, hydration is everything. From battling seasonal dryness and post-summer dehydration to restoring balance after too much central heating, the right products can make all the difference. Whether you’re after a plumping serum, a barrier-boosting cream, or a moisture-locking mask, these hardworking heroes deliver deep, lasting hydration that goes beyond surface level. Here, we’ve rounded up the best skin-hydrating products for women, tried, tested and loved, to help you achieve that dewy, well-rested glow as winter sets in.
Q+A Hyaluronic Acid Daily Moisturiser, £9
A brilliant budget-friendly moisturiser that punches well above its price point. Q+A’s hyaluronic acid formula draws moisture deep into the skin while maintaining a lightweight, non-greasy texture. Ideal for layering under SPF or makeup, it leaves skin plump, fresh and comfortable all day long.
Inlight Beauty Night Balm, £67
For a deeply restorative overnight treatment, Inlight Beauty’s certified organic Night Balm is the ultimate skin soother. Packed with botanical oils and extracts including marigold, rose and carrot, it melts into the skin to repair and nourish while you sleep, the perfect antidote to winter dryness.
Dr. Dennis Gross Hyaluronic Marine Oil-Free Moisture Cushion, £64
This cult-favourite from Dr. Dennis Gross delivers long-lasting hydration without any heaviness. Its oil-free gel texture instantly refreshes and smooths, while hyaluronic acid and marine algae work together to boost moisture levels and strengthen the skin barrier. A brilliant choice for combination or oily skin types.
Oskia Midnight Elixir, £165
Oskia’s Midnight Elixir is a luxurious nighttime treatment designed to regenerate and hydrate while you rest. Powered by probiotics, bakuchiol (a natural retinol alternative), and nourishing oils, it supports skin renewal and leaves your complexion visibly smoother and more luminous come morning.
Pai Resurrection Girl Hydrating Mask, £44
This glow-giving mask is a winter skin saviour. Infused with blue tansy oil and resurrection plant extract, Pai’s intensely hydrating formula revives dull, tired complexions and brings instant comfort to dry or sensitive skin. Leave it on for 10 minutes for a plump, soothed finish or overnight for a serious moisture boost.
Augustinus Bader The Eye Patches, £19 (single sachet)
Infused with Augustinus Bader’s signature TFC8® complex, these hydrogel patches are the ultimate pick-me-up for tired eyes. They hydrate, depuff and smooth fine lines in just 15 minutes, perfect before an event or after a long week.
111SKIN Rose Gold Mask, £60 (for 3)
Beloved by facialists and A-listers alike, this mask drenches skin in a cocktail of 24K gold, damask rose and hydrolysed collagen for a visibly firmer, plumper and more radiant complexion. The perfect pre-party skin treat.
Tatcha The Dewy Skin Cream, £67
A cult classic for good reason. Tatcha’s Dewy Skin Cream combines Japanese purple rice and botanical extracts to deliver deep hydration and a soft, luminous finish. It’s rich yet absorbs beautifully, ideal for dry or mature skin in colder weather.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30, £98
This iconic moisturiser keeps skin supple, hydrated and protected. Enriched with marine actives and SPF 30, it smooths fine lines and boosts elasticity while shielding against UV damage. A daily essential that truly earns its bestseller status.
Eve Lom Cleanser, from £48
A luxurious ritual in itself, Eve Lom’s cult cleanser uses a blend of aromatic oils to melt away makeup and impurities without stripping moisture. Skin feels soft, balanced and deeply nourished, the perfect start to any hydrating routine.
Kate Somerville Goat Milk Moisturizing Cleanser, £41
Gentle yet effective, this creamy cleanser is formulated with goat milk, manuka honey and avocado oil to soothe and hydrate while cleansing. It’s especially great for dry or sensitive skin leaving your complexion calm, clean and comforted.
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