THE TOP 10 BEST MOISTURISERS FOR MATURE SKIN
As you age, the way that your skin behaves inevitably changes – your collagen levels begin to slow down, your complexion feels drier and fine lines and wrinkles begin to make more of an appearance... which is why finding the best moisturisers for dry skin is imperative to help combat these complexion concerns.
Now, we’ve all met skin saviours like hyaluronic acid, peptides and ceramides, but mature skin requires a more specific type of ingredient, so to make finding your next mature skin must-have, we’ve collated a list of the top 10 best moisturisers for mature skin for a softer, smother more firmer looking complexion.
In This Article:
- The Best Moisturisers For Mature Skin
- ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30
- Kate Somerville +Retinol Vitamin C Moisturiser
- Murad Restorative Hydro-Hyaluronic Cream
- Murad Restorative Hydro-Hyaluronic Cream
- MZ Skin Restorative Bio-Placenta Cream
- Sunday Riley C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Cream
- SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced Cream For Mature Skin Types
- Fresh Black Tea Advanced Age Renewal Cream
- Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream
- Caudalie Premier Cru Anti-Aging Cream Moisturiser
- Medik8 Advanced Night Restore
- The Best Moisturisers For Mature Skin FAQS
THE BEST MOISTURISERS FOR MATURE SKIN
ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30
28
111.95€
We can’t have a list of the best moisturisers for mature skin without mentioning the cult classic: the ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30. Formulated specifically for mature skin types, this hardworking daily face cream calls on brown and green algae, Ginko Bilboa extract and a range of botanical extracts to soften, hydrate and protect against environmental aggressors. Plus, with its inbuilt SPF 30 protection (to help reduce more fine lines forming) and lightweight formula makes it ideal as a daily defence and makeup base too.
Kate Somerville +Retinol Vitamin C Moisturiser
4
97.10€
Infused with the transformative powers of retinol and vitamin C, Kate Somerville’s +Retinol Vitamin C Moisturisers is considered one of the best moisturisers for mature skin. Targeting dull, lacklustre skin and working to hydrate, firm and smooth, this potent potion visibly brightens, improves texture, tone and the look of fine lines and wrinkles for a complexion that looks softer, smoother and more refined. Did we mention the 100% vitamin C is wrapped in volcanic soil from South Korean to maintain its stability and therefore ensures its effectiveness?
Murad Restorative Hydro-Hyaluronic Cream
Packed with replenishing shea butter and sunflower oil, Murad’s Restorative Hydro-Hyaluronic Cream smooths, plumps and restores. Ideal for drier, more mature skin, this daily moisturiser also features nourishing coconut extract to help guard against water loss, protect the skin barrier and improve uneven texture leaving skin looking plumper and firmer over time.
MZ Skin Restorative Bio-Placenta Cream
1
330.95€
Taking a more science-based approach to its formula is MZ Skin’s Restorative Bio-Placenta Cream. Crafted from the brand’s signature blend of amino acids, vitamins and bio-actives (specifically M5RxTM) and an infusion of planet stem cells and white asparagus spears, this powerful day cream quenches skin, tackles textures and boosts luminosity from the inside-out for a natural, lit-from-within sign off.
Sunday Riley C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Cream
35
68.45€
Enhance your skin’s natural radiance with Sunday Riley’s C.E.O Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Cream. Infused with high-strength vitamin C, amino-acid rich ergothioneine and powerful sodium hyaluronate, this plumping lotion boosts brightness, delivers dew and firms the appearance of skin. If that’s not enough to consider it one of the best moisturisers for mature skin, we don’t know what is!
SkinCeuticals A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced Cream For Mature Skin Types
199.95€
Target 5 types of deep wrinkles with SkinCeuticals’ A.G.E. Interrupter Advanced Cream For Mature Skin Types. Formulated to specifically target the biology of ageing (glycation and collagen decline), this moisturiser calls on 18% concentrated propylene, 4.25% wild fruit flavonoids, 0.1% Glycyrrhetinic Acid and 3% Hepes to support skin's structural integrity and improve the look of wrinkles, skin laxity and loss of firmness. The result? A complexion that appears much firmer, plumper and more refined. Also, because it doesn’t include exfoliants or an SPF means it can be paired with specific ingredients to create a comprehensive and individualistic routine to suit your needs.
Fresh Black Tea Advanced Age Renewal Cream
1
102.00€
Restore your radiance quickly and effortlessly with Fresh’s Black Tea Advanced Age Renewal Cream. Weightless and whipped, this firming formula calls on the brand’s proprietary BT Matrix complex of black tea extract and rambutan leaf extract to deliver retinol like results... without the irritation. Offering the same retinol-like strength to firm skin, improve texture and boost radiance, this moisturiser is gentle enough for sensitive complexion and can be used day and night.
Shiseido Vital Perfection Supreme Cream
151.95€
Sculpt your complexion and provide much needed hydration with Shiseido’s Vital Perfection Supreme Cream. Designed specifically for those over 60, this daily moisturiser is powered by three of the brand’s proprietary technologies – the nutirent-boosting SafflowerRED Technology, the Sculpturist Technology and the ReneuraRED Technology to improve elasticity for instant and long-lasting results. But that’s not all, rich in antioxidants and enriched with glycerine and hyaluronic acid, this moisturiser plumps, lift and sculpts for a radiant, more defined-looking complexion.
Caudalie Premier Cru Anti-Aging Cream Moisturiser
2
96.95€
Minimise the look of creases instantly and over time with Caudalie’s Premier Cru Anti-Ageing Cream Moisturiser. Infused with honokiol – a powerful ingredient famous for its brightening and skin firming effects, this daily dew-delivering moisturiser also includes natural tightening sugars that provide an instantly tightening finish on complexions. Simultaneously tackling multiple signs of ageing as well as enriched with deeply hydrating hyaluronic acid, grape seed oil and nourishing oils it brightens, evens and softens skin for all day care and comfort.
Medik8 Advanced Night Restore
128
70.00€
And the finally, to close our list of the best moisturisers for mature skin is the iconic Medik9 Advanced Night Restore. Crafted to be used when your skin is in its natural repair mode, this moisturiser calls on a Multi-Ceramide Complex to seal in moisture, the brand’s Midnight Antioxidant Complex to help neutralise free radical damage, N-Acetyl Glucosamine to encourage natural hyaluronic acid production and finally, squalane to boost skin softness without clogging pores.
The Best Moisturisers For Mature Skin FAQs
What do dermatologists recommend for mature skin?
Most dermatologists recommend a comprehensive skincare routine for mature skin that includes a retinol, vitamin C, niacinamide, and a gentle exfoliating acid such as an AHA or BHA, along with one of the best moisturisers for mature skin — rich and packed with ceramides and hyaluronic acid — a gentle cleanser, and, of course, SPF. Mature skin benefits from targeted serums to tone, brighten, and reduce fine lines, while moisturisers help support the skin’s barrier, and sunscreen protects against further damage. Because mature skin can be more delicate and reactive, it’s important to be gentle, consistent, and patient with your routine.
What not to use on mature skin?
Mature skin is thinner, drier, and slower to heal, so it’s important to avoid products that can cause irritation or dryness. Skip high-foaming cleansers and opt for a gentle cream or gel cleanser instead. Avoid harsh physical exfoliants, starting with a mild option like lactic acid and gradually building up as your skin adjusts. The same principle applies to retinol — begin with a lower dose and increase slowly over time. Finally, be mindful of layering your skincare correctly: don’t apply multiple actives, vitamins, or acids all at once, as this can overwhelm delicate mature skin.
What is the 4-2-4 rule in skincare?
The 4‑2‑4 rule is a simple way to layer your skincare for maximum effectiveness. Start by applying your water-based actives, like vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, or antioxidants, and let them absorb for 4 minutes. Next, apply your moisturiser, waiting 2 minutes so it can lock in hydration. Finally, pause another 4 minutes before adding sunscreen, giving the moisturiser time to set so your SPF forms an even, protective layer without pilling or mixing.
Rina is Cult Beauty’s Midweight SEO Copywriter and has always had a passion for beauty and skin care (rich moisturisers are her obsession). What started as a love for The Body Shop and their famed Born Lippy lip balms (in ‘Watermelon’ of course!), she is now more interested in finding products with proven effectiveness instead of broken promises. A loud and proud VIEVE fan, Rina owns nearly every item of the range and recommends the brand to anyone who will listen... When she’s not intently reading ingredient lists, you can find her either immersed in multiple true crime podcasts or a fantasy romance novel, with an *extra* hot cappuccino in hand.
