7 Dermatologist-Approved Dry Skin Staples to Buy on Sale Before Winter
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I love dabbling in trendy skin care as much as anyone, but when winter renders my face flaky and hands chapped to the point of cracking, I return to what some might call less sexy skincare; products like Aquaphor Healing Ointment and AmLactin Moisturizer. These winter wonders have, for good reason, amassed vast dermatologist and plastic surgeon acclaim — and who better trust for recommendations than skin experts themselves?
If you’ve yet to build an arsenal of soothing moisturizers, serums, and balms ahead of skin-drying seasons ahead, now’s your chance: For a limited time, plenty of expert-approved picks are discounted at Amazon for Prime Big Deal Days. Stock up soon, though — Amazon Prime Big Deal Days ends tonight.
Shop Dermatologist-Approved Skincare on Sale at Amazon:
Aquaphor Healing Ointment, $16 (Originally $20)
Nivea Body, Face and Hand Creme, $9 (Originally $12)
AmLactin Daily Moisturizing Lotion, $11 (Originally $25)
Sajic Renutriate Professional Retinol Face Cream, $151 (Originally $189)
NassifMD Hydro-Screen Serum, $65 (Originally $87)
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, $12 (Originally $16)
Replenix Lifting + Firming Neck Cream, $74 (Originally $96)
Aquaphor Healing Ointment
Amazon
$20
$16
Dermatologist and surgeon Dr. Maya Thosani, MD, calls this rich emollient ointment “the most often dermatologist-recommended brand” for “healing any cut, scrape, or severely dry skin,” adding that it’s “safe for all body parts.” Moreover, she told InStyle, “it works as a lip balm, callus ointment, eczema treatment, and as an ideal healing ointment,” she says. In short: It’s an absolute must for wind-chapped skin.
Nivea Body, Face, and Hand Creme
Amazon
$12
$9
Dermatologist Dr. Dusan Sajic, MD, tells InStyle that this rich, fast-absorbing cream “an affordable winter essential for the entire body” and “a classic staple” thanks to its “straightforward, effective moisturization.” Dr. Thosani echoes these sentiments, noting Nivea “works wonders on extremely dry skin.” Moreover, she suggests slathering it onto thicker areas, and areas prone to cracking, “like the elbows, hands, and feet,” she says, where it can even function as “an overnight moisturizing mask.”
AmLactin Daily Moisturizing Lotion
Amazon
$25
$11
Dermatologist Dr. Thomas Griffin, MD, urges anyone with keratosis pilaris to “stock up” on AmLactin. “Its active ingredient is ammonium lactate,” he explains, “which is a gentle yet effective keratolytic that will break up or degrade the buildup of keratin that clog[s] pores,” (responsible for the condition’s signature bumps). In other words, the cream “acts as a chemical exfoliator,” Dr. Thosani adds, noting that AmLactin imparts a “smooth, supple appearance” to rough, bumpy skin. Paired with a physical exfoliation method, e.g. a loofah or body scrub, she says the lotion nixes “flaking, dry skin.”
Sajic Renutriate Professional Retinol Face Cream
Amazon
$189
$151
Anyone who eschews retinol in the drying winter months has yet to try the Sajic Renutriate Retinol Cream, which boasts soothing niacinamide and a creamy, emollient feel to counteract the skin-drying nature of vitamin A. Dr. Sajic, founder of the eponymous skincare brand, dubs this anti-aging cream the “ultimate nutritional treatment for radiant skin throughout winter and beyond," noting that it bestows a “brighter, plumper, wrinkle-free” appearance. Shoppers corroborate these claims: One reviewer has seen “a noticeable difference” in skin texture, felt their skin barrier health has improved, and reports a fresh-faced glow overall.
NassifMD Hydro-Screen Serum
Amazon
$87
$65
Hailing from Botched star Dr. Paul Nassif’s eponymous line, this velvety, hydrating elixir is among the most impressive serums I’ve ever tested. Ceramides, barrier-supporting lipids, and bakuchiol, a plant-based retinol alternative, soften skin and fade fine lines, respectively. Furthermore, the silky formula creates the smoothest canvas for foundation. Try it for yourself; I’m confident you’ll use it to the very last drop, as I do.
Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm
Amazon
$16
$12
This dreamy cleansing balm is an InStyle top pick and a personal favorite for me and for countless friends I’ve introduced it to. Skincare pros approve, too: As Dr. Reid Maclellan, adjunct professor of plastic surgery at Harvard Medical School, previously told InStyle, Elemis’s rich, makeup-melting cleanser is “great for skin that needs extra nourishment during dry winter months,” thanks to softening rose and mimosa waxes, which “leave the skin feeling hydrated and soothed.” I’d be remiss not to mention the spa-like scent, which adds a touch of tranquility to any nighttime routine.
Replenix Lifting + Firming Neck Cream
Amazon
$96
$74
Dermatologist Dr. Joshua Zeichner, MD, previously gave this neck cream the greenlight, telling InStyle it helps “strengthen and support” the “sensitive skin on the neck and upper chest.” Formulated by dermatologists, the moisturizer features collagen-spurring peptides, which firm the appearance of sagging skin over time. Shoppers say the cream “smooths wrinkles” in the neck area while “moisturizing” dry, tight skin for a more supple look and feel in moments.
Stock up on dermatologist and plastic surgeon-approved must-haves — while they’re still on sale — ahead of chapped skin season. Hurry — Amazon Prime Big Deal Days ends tonight, and products return to full price soon.
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