While we all love winter for its cool weather contrasting from the dreadful summer months, winter comes with a whole host of skincare problems. One of the most apparent and perennial problems amongst most people is skin dryness and flakiness. This is caused due to less moisture in the air during the winter season which evaporates water from the skin resulting in a dry and dull appearance. The easiest way to hydrate your skin is to invest in a good hydrating moisturizer or cold cream that not just smooths your skin but also repairs it from within. Say goodbye to dry and dull skin and hello to soft and smooth skin that doesn't just look healthy but is from within as well with these moisturising cold creams.
Swirlster Picks Cold Creams For You
Winter season does not have to be so dreadful for your skin with these cold creams to make your skin soft and healthy
1. NIVEA Creme, All Season Multi-Purpose Cream
Nivea Creme is one of the original all-purpose creams out there that makes dryness vanish within seconds. The extra moisturising factor of this cream is in fact suitable for all skin types.
Pros
Extra hydrating formula
Compact packaging
Can be used all throughout the year
Cons
May not be particularly suitable for oily skin or combination skin unless used in small proportion
2. POND'S Moisturing Cold Cream
This moisturising cold cream from Pond's consists of glycerin which is a known ingredient for its smoothening properties. This cream gives an even finish minus the dry patches and lines.
Pros
Moisturising and repairing properties
Cons
Not suitable for all skin types
3. Ayur Herbal Cold Cream
One of the oldest running cold creams available in India, Ayur has created a formula with aloe vera extracts that repairs the skin and provides an even skin tone. The creamy texture of the cream helps in hydrating even the driest skin type.
Pros
Creamy texture with a long-lasting effect
Cons
Strong fragrance
Not suitable for oily/combination skin
4. Jovees Himalayan Cherry Cold Cream
With extracts from Himalayan Cherry, the cold cream from Jovees helps you keep your skin hydrated by soothing dryness and itchiness and even makes the skin look visibly brighter.
Pros
Compact packaging
Paraben and alcohol free
Cons
The cream does not have UV protection
5. Himalaya Nourishing Skin Cream
Unlike many other cold creams, this cream does not leave the skin particularly oil and yet the lightweight formula ensures your skin is hydrated inside out. The Himalaya skin cream helps in regeneration of the cells and makes it healthy again.
Pros
Lightweight formula
Suitable for all skin types
Cons
Does not have UV protection in the formula
6. Lakme Peach Milk Soft Creme
Peaches are a one of the best sources of Vitamin A that helps in repair of the skin which is the core ingredient in the Lakme Peach Milk cream. The cream is formulated with 24 hour moisture lock that ensures the skin is soft and hydrated throughout the day.
Pros
Super lightweight formula
Contains UV protection
Refreshing fruity fragrance
Cons
May not provide intense nourishment and hence may not be preferred by some
7. Dove Deep Moisturisation Cream
The Dove moisturing cream is an intensive moisturisation formula which is non-greasy but manages to provide a 24 hour moisture lock to give a long-lasting payoff. This is a light everyday cream that sits well on the skin without leaving it greasy.
Pros
Lightweight formula
Non-greasy formula
Beautifully fragrant
Cons
May not provide intense nourishment and hence may not be preferred by some
8. Avene Rich Compensating Cream
A deep moisturisation formula that provides hydration and nourishment to revitalize dull skin this Avene cream is one of the best out there. This lightweight formula has a milk-like consistency which leaves the skin looking bright and soft.
Pros
Lightweight formula
Restores skin to its natural state
Perfect for sensitive skin
Cons
Less quantity
Expensive
9. Plum E-Luminence Deep Moisturizing Creme
Deep moisturising from Plum that is excellent in its form that makes the skin bright with an even skin tone as it repairs cells from within and providing an overall healthy approach to your skin.
Pros
Brightening formula
Deep moisturising formula which is non-greasy
Cons
Less quantity
10. VLCC Liquorice Cold Cream
The VLCC liquorice cold cream has the potential to nourish even the driest skin with its hydrating formula enriched with liquorice and rose petals. The cream is an ultra-moisturising formula that blends seamlessly.
Pros
Contains SPF protection
Cons
May not be suitable for oily/combination skin
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