SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture Review

SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture
9.2
/ 10
Moisturizing
10.0 Humectancy icon Humectancy
8.3 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity
Rich
in Antioxidants
Review

Does SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture Work?

 
According to CreamScan AI's analysis of the ingredient list, here’s what SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture has to offer:
 
✅ Intense moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 9.2 out of 10.
✅ Antioxidant protection

  

Key Benefits of SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture

 
These are the key benefits you can expect from using SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture:
 

🔵🔵🔵 Rich Moisturizer Perfect for Dry Skin

According to CreamScan analysis, SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture is intensely moisturizing, with a moisturizing rating of 9.2 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Rather humectant. It has a maximum humectancy of 10 out of 10, primarily due to the substantial concentration of Glycerin (est. ≈9.0%) and Butylene Glycol (est. ≈3.0%), and a very high occlusivity of 8.3 out of 10, mainly due to the significant content of Cetyl Palmitate (est. ≈6.0%) and Stearic Acid (est. ≈4.0%).

This type of moisturizer is ideal for people with dry skin who want intense hydration. It combines a high concentration of humectants and occlusive ingredients to provide effective dual-action moisturizing specifically for dry skin.

The occlusive profile of SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture suggests a rich, thick texture, making it perfectly suited for dry skin.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

🍀 Rich in Skin-Protecting Antioxidants

We estimate that SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture is rich (> 3%) in antioxidants, specifically Tocopherol (est. ≈2.0%).

A key benefit of antioxidants is their ability to reduce oxidative stress caused by free radicals and therefore prevent accelerated skin aging. Studies also show that antioxidants can protect against environmental damage such as UV radiation and pollution, and help reduce inflammation and skin redness.

📌 Please note that this is not a complete list of benefits. We are in the process of enhancing our AI model to incorporate anti-pigmentation, exfoliation and anti-acne ratings.

Things to Be Aware Of: SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture

 
CreamScan AI identified a few things to consider before adding SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture to your skincare routine:
 

⚠️ Best for Dry Skin - May Be Too Thick for Other Skin Types

With high occlusivity, this product is optimal for dry skin but may be too thick for combination and especially oily skin. Even on normal skin, it can feel too rich depending on the quantity applied, the environment, and individual preferences.

If you have oily, combination, or normal skin and are considering purchasing this product for the first time, it might be a good idea to try a sample before buying.

⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy

If one of your main reasons for choosing SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, it currently has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains Retinyl Palmitate, an ingredient often marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of Retinyl Palmitate provide insufficient evidence of its efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.

While this does not categorically rule out the possibility that Retinyl Palmitate may reduce wrinkles, its efficacy is not supported by convincing, vehicle-controlled, double-blind clinical studies - at least none that were available to the CreamScan team at the time of publication.

Therefore, this ingredient does not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

📌 Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, can deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Pros & Cons of SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture

 
Here’s an overview of the pros and cons of SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture to help you decide if it’s the right choice for your skincare routine:
 

🟩 Pros:

✅ Rich moisturizer perfect for dry skin: highly occlusive and humectant-rich
✅ Rich in antioxidants that combat oxidative stress associated with accelerated skin aging and defend against environmental damage
 

⭕ Cons: 

⚠️ May feel too rich and thick on skin types other than dry
⚠️ Questionable anti-wrinkle efficacy
   

Summary: SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture

 
Based on the ingredient list analysis, CreamScan AI suggests that SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture
 is an ideal moisturizer for dry skin, combining a very high concentration of humectants and occlusive ingredients in a rich, thick texture.
 
With its high antioxidant content, SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture helps protect against free radical damage and offers multiple benefits for all skin types, including preventing premature aging, defending against environmental damage, and calming inflammation.
 
That said, there are some things about SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture worth noting.
 
With its high occlusivity, SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture is ideal for dry skin but may feel too thick on other skin types. If you have oily, combination, or normal skin, it’s a good idea to try a sample before purchasing.
 
If one of your main reasons for considering SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture is its potential anti-aging effects, please note that, according to CreamScan analysis, its anti-wrinkle efficacy is questionable. None of the ingredients in this product provide substantial evidence of their anti-wrinkle efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards.
 
📌 Fact check. At CreamScan, we are committed to accuracy and fairness. If you spot any errors or something that doesn’t seem right, please click here to let us know. We regularly update the ingredient lists and monitor the latest research on ingredient efficacy to ensure that our information remains as complete and precise as possible. The information provided here is for informational purposes only and does not substitute professional advice. We do not guarantee the efficacy or safety of any product, as individual results may vary.

 

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
55
9
6
4
3
2.5
2
1.5
1.3
1
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
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0.3
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0.3
0.3
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0.3
0.3
0.3
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0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.06
0.3
Est. %
Water
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Glycerin
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Cetyl Palmitate
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Stearic Acid
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Butylene Glycol
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Palmitic Acid
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Tocopherol
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Dimethicone
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Polymethylsilsesquioxane
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Glyceryl Stearate
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Sorbitol
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Bismuth Oxychloride (CI 77163)
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Phenoxyethanol
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PEG-100 Stearate
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water
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PEG-75 Stearate
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Cetyl Alcohol
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Ethylhexyl Hydroxystearate
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Steareth-20
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Disodium EDTA
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Myristic Acid
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Betaine
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Chlorella Vulgaris Extract
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Laminaria Saccharina Extract
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Glucose
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Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract
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Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract
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Sanguisorba Officinalis Root Extract
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Cinnamomum Cassia Bark Extract
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Thymus Vulgaris (Thyme) Flower/Leaf Oil
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Retinyl Palmitate
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Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil
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Sodium Benzoate
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Zinc Sulfate
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Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract
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Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract
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Urtica Dioica (Nettle) Extract
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Equisetum Arvense Extract
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Betula Alba Leaf Extract
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Citric Acid
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Potassium Sorbate
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Cinnamal
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Pyridoxine HCl
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Ratings

All humectants
15.0
9
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
16.6
6.0
4.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
9.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 15.0 10
10.0
9
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 16.6 20
8.3
6.0
4.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
0.3
0.3
Moisturizing rating
9.2
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
9
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 15.0 10
10
All humectants
15.0
9
3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
6
4
2.5
2