Style Skincare 15 Drugstore Face Moisturizers That Are Actually Worth Your Money By Kaitlyn Yarborough Kaitlyn Yarborough Part of the Southern Living team since 2017, Kaitlyn Yarborough is a Georgia native living in Austin, Texas, who covers a wide variety of topics for both the magazine and website, focusing on culture and lifestyle content, as well as travel in the South.She earned a B.A. in Journalism at the University of Georgia. She hopes to inspire your travel bucket list with her features on road trips through Texas Hill Country, bourbon tours in Kentucky, and the best beach getaways on the Gulf Coast. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Updated on December 14, 2020 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Ulta No skin-care regimen is complete without a trusty moisturizer that locks in hydration, keeps skin healthy, and helps your complexion repair itself overnight. If not, what's the point of spending all that time layering on serums? It can be hard to find the perfect formula that gives everything you want in a moisturizer, such as antiaging benefits (good for all ages!), lightweight absorption for oil control, or something to boost smoother skin texture—all without costing a bundle. No matter your skin type, moisturizer is imperative to use every day. It's the backbone that holds your entire skin-care routine together, and that's why we've rounded up the very best drugstore moisturizers that hold their own when put up against those high-priced department-store competitors. Turns out, there is no need to break the bank to get great skin. These best-selling drugstore face moisturizers are fit for a queen—but you just don't need to be one to afford them. 01 of 15 Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel This water gel formula is a bestseller across the board because it instantly delivers intense hydration, while absorbing quickly with no residue. If you want more supple skin, this light, oil-free gel is the way to go. BUY IT: $15.99; amazon.com Buy Now 02 of 15 Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream Walmart This cream has been tested against the best, and its moisturizing and wrinkle-reducing abilities come out on top. Its formula includes hyaluronic acid, amino peptides, and vitamin B3 to regenerate surface cells and reduce the signs of aging. BUY IT: $22.99; amazon.com Buy Now 03 of 15 CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion CeraVe Beloved by dermatologists, CeraVe targets dull, dry, or otherwise irritated skin by replenishing the vital ceramides that are naturally in your skin. This moisturizer rebuilds the skin's protective layer and locks in moisture by way of a patented, controlled-release technology. You really can't go wrong with this mild, non-comedogenic moisturizer. BUY IT: $15.99; ulta.com Buy Now 04 of 15 L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Triple Power Intensive Skin Revitalizer Serum + Moisturizer Target We love how this product covers two different important bases: serum and moisturizer. (Both are key to a great skin-care regimen.) This product is perfectly lightweight and easy, while also being extremely potent for fast-acting antiaging, skin-smoothing results. BUY IT: $24; amazon.com Buy Now 05 of 15 RoC Multi Correxion 5-in-1 Restoring Night Cream Amazon This breakthrough antiaging night cream fights the top signs of aging such as discoloration, elasticity, dehydration, radiance, and smoothness. Using Hexinol technology, it helps slow your skin's inflammatory response and protect its collagen. If you're trying to slow signs of aging, this is the absolute way to go. BUY IT: $18.99; amazon.com Buy Now 06 of 15 La Roche-Posay Anthelios SX Daily Face Moisturizer Cream with Sunscreen This dermatologist-recommended daytime moisturizer also comes fortified with UVA/UVB protection—which means you get to eliminate a step from your routine! After all, sunscreen is too important for skin health to skip. BUY IT: $33.99; amazon.com Buy Now 07 of 15 Versed Dew Point Moisturizing Gel-Cream Target An amazing option for those with oily skin, this gel-cream is packed with calming ingredients that provide lightweight daily hydration. For those without oily skin, it's great for using over your richer moisturizer right before applying your makeup for a plump, dewy look. BUY IT: $14.99; target.com Buy Now 08 of 15 Bliss Bright Idea Vitamin C + Tri-Peptide Collagen Protecting & Brightening Moisturizer Ulta Even the packaging makes us want to use this vitamin C-packed moisturizer that's great for brightening up your complexion, while tri-peptides bolster up your skin barrier. BUY IT: $24; ulta.com Buy Now 09 of 15 L'Oréal Paris Collagen Face Moisturizer Amazon This shopper-loved moisturizer is meant to give mature faces an intense dose of daily hydration that fills in wrinkles and fine lines like a youth-reversing pick-me-up. We're sold. BUY IT: $8.98; amazon.com Buy Now 10 of 15 Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb The Antioxidant Super Moisturizer Walgreens Thanks to its incredibly antioxidant-rich formula packed with Goji berry, pomegranate, and vitamins C and E, this water gel-based moisturizer leaves skin looking healthy and hydrated. More importantly, your skin will feel super supple as it plumps out dry lines. BUY IT: $13.50; walmart.com Buy Now 11 of 15 e.l.f. Daily Hydration Moisturizer Target This broad-spectrum SPF 15 moisturizer locks in hydration to keep your skin fresh throughout the day. The formula is enriched with vitamin E, grape, and citrus fruit extract for healthy, smooth skin. This is a great go-to daily moisturizer to rely on for non-greasy moisture. BUY IT: $8; target.com Buy Now 12 of 15 Honest Beauty Hydrogel Cream Target When you need something dependable and effective (that doesn't break the bank), this super plumping gel-cream is a no-brainer. Packed with two types of hyaluronic acid, any thirsty skin is immediately quenched. BUY IT: $19.99; target.com Buy Now 13 of 15 No7 Beautiful Skin Night Cream Target This night cream with glycerin and shea butter is your essential pick that won't disappoint. It works with your skin, whether normal or dry, to replace moisture lost and help you wake up with re-energized skin. BUY IT: $19; amazon.com Buy Now 14 of 15 Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer with Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Target Aveeno is known for high-quality skin products, but this daily moisturizer is a far-away standout with its formula to even skin tone and texture for brighter, more glowing skin. It helps get rid of dark spots and dullness, while protecting your skin with preventative SPF 30. BUY IT: $13.99; target.com Buy Now 15 of 15 Olay Total Effects 7-in-1 Anti-Aging Moisturizer Target You'll see why just about everybody loves this moisturizer after trying the creamy, vitamin-rich formula that enhances skin cell-renewal and fights the major side effects of aging. Antioxidants help defend against free radicals, which contribute dull, uneven skin and loss of elasticity. BUY IT: $22; target.com Buy Now Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit