If your skin feels dry, tight, or thirsty and you want a moisturizer that delivers real hydration without a heavy, greasy feel, this cult favourite is worth knowing. The COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream is made to boost moisture and seal it in, leaving skin feeling soft, plump, and comfortable all day. It has a rich yet lightweight feel that sinks in beautifully.
What makes this Korean moisturizer such a long-time staple is the simple, hydration-focused formula. It leans on a sea buckthorn water base with 3,000ppm of sodium hyaluronate to draw in moisture, plus panthenol, betaine, and allantoin to keep skin calm and comfortable, and nourishing oils like sunflower and macadamia for a soft finish. The cream feels rich but never oily or heavy, and it is fragrance-free, which makes it an easy pick for many skin types, including sensitive ones.
This cream is a lovely fit for dry, dehydrated, or normal skin, and it works well as a comforting daily moisturizer morning and night. Many people also like it to buffer actives like retinol or to relieve tight, flaky skin. If you have very oily skin or prefer an ultra-light gel, this richer cream may feel like more than you need.
Features:
Rich yet lightweight cream that absorbs without a greasy feel
Sea buckthorn water base with 3,000ppm sodium hyaluronate
Panthenol, betaine, and allantoin help keep skin calm and comfortable
Nourishing sunflower and macadamia oils for a soft finish
Fragrance-free formula suited to sensitive skin
Handy 100g tub for daily use
Concerns:
Dryness and a tight, uncomfortable feeling
Dehydrated, dull-looking skin
Flaky-looking skin from actives or weather
Skin that wants lasting moisture without heaviness
Suitable For:
Dry, dehydrated, and normal skin
Sensitive skin, thanks to the fragrance-free formula
Skin buffering actives like retinol
Less ideal for very oily skin or fans of ultra-light gels
Made In: