That you need to use a moisturiser all year round — irrespective of the season or skin type — is no new knowledge. But instead of picking just about any moisturiser, only to trash it a few months later because it doesn’t cater to the needs of your skin anymore (thanks, weather) doesn’t seem quite right, does it?

Therefore, it’s smarter to do a label check before picking a moisturiser to ensure that they contain ingredients that keep your skin moisturised all year round. To make things easier for you, we’ve listed down four ingredients that you must look out for when picking a moisturiser.

 

01. Hyaluronic acid

01. Hyaluronic acid

Irrespective of your skin type, hyaluronic acid is one moisturising ingredient that will definitely benefit your skin. This powerhouse of hydration is an incredible humectant that pulls in water from the environment to keep your skin healthy and moisturised, resulting in hydrated, plump and youthful-looking skin.

BB picks: Pond’s Super Light Gel Oil-Free Moisturiser

 

02. Glycerine

02. Glycerine

Another amazing ingredient that helps to intensely moisturise your skin is glycerine, which is also a humectant btw. Glycerine helps to draw out moisture to the surface (from the inner layers of skin) to keep your skin looking healthy, nourished and hydrated. This is a commonly found ingredient in a lot of moisturisers and works like a charm to keep your skin perfectly moisturised throughout the year.

BB picks: Pond’s Light Moisturiser

 

03. Ceramides

03. Ceramides

Ceramides are naturally occurring lipids that form the skin’s barrier and help in retaining moisturise in your skin. Additionally, ceramides form a protective layer on your skin that helps to protect your skin against environmental aggressors such as pollution, sun damage, dirt, etc. to keep your skin looking moisturised and glowing.

 

04. Essential oils

04. Essential oils

Irrespective of your skin type, finding a moisturiser that contains essential oils is going to do your skin a world of goodness. This is because essential oils contain fatty acids that are very easily absorbed by the skin and help to soothe, calm and intensely nourish your skin to keep it look super healthy all year round.

BB picks: Lakme Absolute Argan Oil Radiance Oil-in-Creme SPF 30 PA ++