Come fall, it’s time to put away the light moisturizing mists and take out the serious moisturizers that can take you into winter. No matter where you live, the weather is more dry and if you can take care of your skin early enough, you’ll be able to avoid pesky dry patches appearing in the winter. Here are some of our favourite fall moisturizers, including some favourites from the drugstore.
Nivea Soft ($12). Keep the original Nivea cream for the winter, and use Nivea Soft this fall. It’s got a lighter fluffier texture that makes it easier to rub in.
Garnier Body Repair Intensive Repairing Lotion ($5.99). This body lotion has a soothing feel and contains Canadian maple extract which helps bind hydrators to skin. The Garnier Body Repair line also includes a body balm, but we found the lotion soothed our skin without being too heavy.
L’Occitane Ultra Rich Body Cream ($28). This rich cream has 25% shea butter that works hard on even the most dry skin. This fall, L’Occitane offers their cream in a “Flowers of Love” collection – scents of Rose, Violet, or Jasmine scent their best-selling cream and lip balms.
Biotherm Baume Corps Body Balm ($39). This light-feeling body lotion is enriched with nourishing oil so it packs more of a punch than regular body lotions.
I have been a huge fan of under-eye-rollers forever, and if you like something cool under your eyes, you should check these out. These are basically eye serums or creams deposited through what’s essentially a giant ballpoint pen filled with said cream. The ballpoint is made of metal so it’s cold, and it feels refreshing as you apply the serum to your eye area. It’s a great idea because it provides immediate relief which is key when your eyes are tired. I use mine to give me relief on particularly long days or while I’m waiting for a face mask to dry.
