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Skinstitut Moisture Defence - Ultra Dry 50ml
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Most Helpful Positive

Great Moisturiser in a small container

sarah_frances

This is a great, thick but not heavy moisturiser. My skin can feel dry at times and this provides hydration with quick absorption. Only a little bit is requir...

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A rich, non-greasy moisturiser, improves skin texture and reduces the appearance of fine lines.
  • Mineral Oil Free
  • Paraben Free
  • Cosmeceuticals

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Skin Concern:

  • Dull, dry or dehydrated skin
  • First signs of ageing
  • Wrinkles and loss of firmness

Skin Type:

  • Dry
  • Normal to dry

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Skinstitut Moisture Defence - Ultra Dry 50ml Reviews

4.5 of 303 reviews

90% recommend this product

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Most Helpful Criticism

Good but not as hydrating as expected

zcvorsh

I have really dry skin and bought this product after trying the Skinstitut Moisture Defence - Normal Skin which was not hydrating enough for me. I really hoped ...
  1. Great moisturiser!

    Annlee

    A little goes along way. Non greasy. Good size for travel also. Mild fragrance. Great under foundation. Reasonable price.
  2. Great Moisturiser in a small container

    sarah_frances

    This is a great, thick but not heavy moisturiser. My skin can feel dry at times and this provides hydration with quick absorption. Only a little bit is required but excess moisturiser will easily absorb. The size of the tube is excellent for travelling.
  3. Good winter moisturiser

    Meeya

    Love this moisturiser for the winter months. Thick cream texture . It does stay on the skin because it is quite thick but I liked this as a heavier night moisturiser to wake up with nice soft hydrated skin.
  4. Not sure

    CHRISTINA

    love these products, but bought for hydration but too heavy for my skin and caused breakouts
  5. Pass

    Me

    I bought this because it was on sale but it was so heavily perfumed that I couldn't continue using it. It went in the bin unfortunately.
  6. Okay moisturiser

    Emily

    Great thick consistency, but it doesn't feel super hydrating to me. More of a barrier cream if you like to blast your aircon/heater at night, but a much cheaper option would do just as well. I can't use this alone and feel like I'm remaining hydrated for any longer than it takes for the product to sink in.
  7. Beautiful hydration

    Avy

    Perfect for very dry skin. A beautiful, thick consistency that instantly hydrates. Really improved my fine lines and dry patches
  8. The best

    Nina

    So moisturising face feels super smooth
  9. Worst face moisturiser I've ever used

    Monique

    I typically love skinstitut products, so I was surprised at how bad this one is. Without a doubt the worst face cream I've used. With such a thick consistency, and EXTREMELY strong rose scent this was much more like a hand cream (and not a good one) than a face cream. Unfortunately it wasn't even moisturising. I also found it clogged my pores and gave me a rash the few times I did use it, probably...
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  10. Very strong scent

    Cat

    Cream doesn't seem to sink in well to my very dry skin, and the scent is quite overpowering. Thick texture but I don't find it easy to apply on face. I stopped using half way and use it on my dry ankles every now and then, so that it doesn't go to waste.
  11. Great moisturizer

    K Torcaso

    I have the entire Skinstitut range and it doesnt disappoint. I have used a lot of expensive brands and, based on the cheaper price, reluctantly tried Skinstitut when I had microdermabrasion done at a beauty clinic and they recommended Skinstitut. I purchased the balm and cleanser. It worked. I then purchased the range from Adore Beauty. This moisturizer absorbs quickly into my skin leaving it s...
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  12. Love this brand

    Angela

    I really love skinstitut products, they are such good quality and aren't overly expensive. I am happy to use this product on a daily basis. I do wish it was judt a bit more hydrating. The normal moisturiser feels more hydrating but need to use more of the product. I also wish the bottles were a bit bigger.
  13. I can't stop coming back!

    Nay

    Have tried multiple others and I always come back to this one :)
  14. Nice

    G

    Super thick, creamy and hydrating
  15. Exceeded expectations

    R.R

    I have always struggled to find the perfect moisturiser as I was to worried to try new products all the time due to my sensitive skin. This moisturiser works so well with my skin as it stays hydrated all the time and I do not suffer dry skin, as much as I used to before.
  16. Good

    Skin

    Super thick, creamy and hydrating
  17. Ok product

    Me

    I love the thickness of this cream but it is quite heavily fragranced which I'm not a fan of due to my sensitive skin
  18. Queen of hydration

    Ingrid

    Super thick, creamy and hydrating. It is a best friend for all different types of dry skin types and works really well on top of the multi active oil.
  19. Good

    J

    Great moisturiser, does not leave the skin greasy
  20. Great

    K

    Great moisturiser, does not leave the skin greasy
  21. Good

    Will

    Great moisturiser, does not leave the skin greasy
  22. Holy Grail

    Annette

    Love this moisturiser!! It is a more of a thick moisturiser but I really like it, smells nice and not too greasy. I have combination skin and worked really well for my skin. Sits nicely over retinol too. Would definitely repurchase this.
  23. Great

    Candy

    Great moisturiser, does not leave the skin greasy
  24. Good

    P

    Gives great moisture that lasts all day.
  25. good moisturiser but small bottle

    brod

    good moisturiser but runs out so quickly! especially when you have very dry skin and need to moisturise frequently
  26. Good for the price

    Alannah

    This is a good product, however it just doesn't do enough for me. It hydrates the skin beautifully but just doesn't have the wow factor that other moisturisers have for me. I found it didn't sit nicely under makeup, and left a kind of film on my face. Probably would not repurchase as there are better products on the market.
  27. No from me

    Lucy M

    I found this product hydrated my skin well however it stung my skin which surprised me I use several other skinstitute products an have never had an issue before Therefore unfortunately I wont be buying again
  28. My go to for dry skin

    Karin Lowe

    A small amount gives great moisture that lasts all day.
  29. Love

    DM

    Love this especially in winter when i suffer from dry skin it works wonders !
  30. Heaven!

    Olivia

    I love this! makes my skin feel so soft. Great price and is one I keep coming back to.
  31. Pretty good overall

    Lucy

    As title suggests, pretty good overall moisturiser for my dry skin - would prefer it a little thicker but because it was all readily absorbed, it did sit well under makeup
  32. Thick Application

    Amy

    I ended up using this moisturiser on my body as it has quite a thick application and was too much product for my face. It worked alright on my legs and feet, but probably wouldn't buy this again.
  33. Very hydrating if that’s what you’re after!

    Harry

    I have normal to dry skin and this helps a lot in winter but way too much in summer. It’s really good, this brand always provides great products.
  34. Too thick for me

    Lola

    Super thick cream, great for super dry skin but not suited for my skin type. It caused a few breakouts just because it is quite thick.
  35. Just OK...not amazing

    CB

    Although this is meant to be for dry skin I didn't find that it was super moisturising. I needed to use a lot to be able to feel that my skin was hydrated, even though the instructions say to use a pea-sized amount. That definitely wasn't enough for my skin, so I went through the tube pretty quickly. I won't buy it again - I'm trying another moisturiser from a different brand to see how it compare...
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  36. Great night cream

    Keira

    Great as a night cream! I have oilier skin and I have found this product is perfect as a hydrating and enriching night cream. For dryer skin types it would be a great day cream. The only negative is I'd love if Skinstitut would make their face creams in bigger tubes!
  37. Keeps my combination skin hydrated

    Vanessa

    If you are after a lightweight moisturiser than you can put underneath makeup, I definitely recommend this product. Isn't sticky and doesn't make me break out. It also smells amazing.
  38. Very hydrating

    Lee

    This is very hydrating on my skin, this is a very good product
  39. Moisture Defence

    Kathryn

    I really liked using this product on my normal/dry skin for an extra hydration boost. Feels very nourishing on the skin. Performed okay under makeup also.
  40. Found it

    Neet

    I have finally found the perfect moisturizer!!! My current holy grail, my skins new BFF. Super hydrating, deliciously spreadable, deceptively nourishing for my thirsty skin as it’s so light feeling and smells amazing of roses
  41. lightweight

    tanya

    This is very hydrating on the skin for summer
  42. Favourite

    Kiz

    This is my favourite moisturiser I’ve used and I’ve used a few. I have dry skin and it’s so hydrating and sinks into my skin immediately unlike other thicker formulas I’ve tried which just sit on my skin for ages. I always repurchase this which is saying something Cus I’m always trying new skincare trying to find the holy grail. Would definitely recommend.
  43. Hydrating and gentle on your skin

    Mel

    This is a lovely product for people with sensitive skin. And it is Also very hydrating. I use this after their exfoliater and it goes lovely together.
  44. perfect

    t

    the perfect moisturiser. doesn’t feel heavy and makes my skin feel super refreshed
  45. Real thing!

    Line

    I love this moisturiser, it does what it claims to do. Beautiful texture, softens lines and wrinkles. Small amount goes a long way. I use it day and night. Great under makeup as well. Fantastic value.
  46. very hydrating

    leigh

    this is very hydrating and helps my face a lot, especially around my nose.
  47. It works!

    Dom

    This has been amazing for the dry areas around my nose and cheeks. It really holds in the moisture for the whole day. No reapplying nessesary.
    Highly recommend!
  48. Great for dry skin

    Grace

    This is one of the only skincare products that I continue to buy rather than trying something else. I use it during the colder months when my skin is a bit dryer, and swap to the "normal skin" option for summer. I do wish this came in a slightly larger size though.
  49. It's alright

    Nat the Rat

    I have super dry skin from swimming and also have acne prone skin, so I always need a thick moistures. However, with buying the "Ultra Dry" I thought it would be amazing,super-rich and creamy. However its just alright! I'd buy it again if I had to but wouldn't buy it over trying something recommanded. I've loved everything from Skinstitute expect this. Also the bottle is very small for the price.
  50. Hydration

    kate

    This is very hydrating. I sometimes pair it with an oil in winter.
  51. Life saver!

    Jade

    I’ve always had extremely dry skin, to the point where it was super flaky. I tried soo many different products, most of them just broke me out or did absolutely nothing. Then I tried this!! I cannot believe the difference it made in my skin. No breakouts, no flakiness. Just plump, hydrated skin! You only need a pea size amount so although the tube is small, it goes a long way and has lasted me! I ...
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  52. Nice!

    Iz

    If you have super dry skin, this will be your bestie. I love it during the winter but personally for my normal skin I don’t reach for it all of the time. It’s wonderful still!
  53. Great for evening use

    Elizabeth

    I use this moisturiser every night on my slightly dry skin and I can instantly feel the difference it makes in soothing my skin.
  54. Great winter moisturiser

    Daisy

    This is really wonderful! I love this brand so much, this is super hydrating and it always helps my skin when I start getting flakey around my mouth and nose when it gets colder.
  55. Moisturising

    Rich

    This is good to layer over retinol at night to prevent it drying you out
  56. Good but not as hydrating as expected

    zcvorsh

    I have really dry skin and bought this product after trying the Skinstitut Moisture Defence - Normal Skin which was not hydrating enough for me. I really hoped this product would be a more moisturising step up from the normal skin product but found it didn't do much more.
    The cream was super thick, difficult to apply and still left me with the same concerns I had when I bought it.
  57. Nice

    Jess

    Nice hydrating cream for dry skin. Is a thick cream but does not break me out.
  58. Moisture

    jia

    absorbs straight into my skin and keeps my skin plump and moisturised
  59. Does the job

    Mary

    I use this moisturiser as a day cream. It deeply moisturises my face without that tacky feeling to the touch and it works well under makeup too. Great for winter since my skin is drier than usual at the moment.
    This moisturiser is not that 'spreadable' and I feel like I need to use more product than I usually would to cover my whole face- But thats just me being extra critical because of th...
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  60. Okay for the price

    Rebecca

    I didn’t mind this product but I didn’t love it. I have very dry skin and sometimes felt like I needed to reapply a number of times per day for hydration. Would also be better if if came in a larger size.
  61. OK moisturiser

    Ek

    Good enough for normal to dry skin ..not for dry to very dry skin..small packaging..find it a bit expensive in comparison to skintitut's other products..overall good one to use undermakeup.
  62. The best moisturiser

    Erin

    Having very dry skin this moisturiser does wonders. I used it every single day after cleansing and on days when I exfoliate and my skin has never looked and felt better. I wish it came in a bigger bottle!
  63. Hydrating

    Tineeka

    I found this product hydrating in effect and semi thick in application. It wasn't greasy and left my skin feeling protected and supple.
  64. Intense smell

    Georgia

    This is a nice moisturiser for dry Winter skin. Doesn't feel sticky or too thick, but has a very strong rose smell.
  65. Light and Effective Moisturiser

    Renae

    Great moisturiser especially for dry skin types! I struggled to find a product that kept my skin balanced but have found this moisturiser to be really effective. I have added it to my daily skin routine and have noticed great results especially during the dry winter months.
  66. Winter skin saver

    Dargy

    This brand always makes me feel I’ve stepped into a beauticians clinic . Trustworthy , effective and packaged well . This particular moisturizer is a skin saver especially the colder months were dry skin is our enemy . I use it any time of the day to moisturize and smooth with great results . A little goes a long way.
  67. has grown on me!

    TashGR

    I purchased this as going into the cooler months, my skin tends to become quite dry with visible dry patches. At first I wasn't too impressed with this moisturiser, I have been using the moisture defence every day in the Skinstitut range however, this has certainly grown on me. I have been using it at night mostly. It's not too heavy and does absorb nicely, it is a thicker texture to the every day...
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  68. Very Hydrating.

    Rea

    I turn to this moisturiser in Autumn/Winter when my skin starts to feel drier. I love it. Feels beautiful on, sinks in and you don’t need much. Also lovely to use at night time. Especially after exfoliating. I apply a little more for night time and I wake up with plump,glowing skin.
  69. Maybe a bit to heavy

    Denise

    I’ve been using this moisturiser for over a year now and what I like about it is you really need a pea size of it as i do find it a thick moisturiser if that’s what you like and it will last you over 3 months if using the correct size of it. I’ve got normal to dry skin and have had no problems with it and also makes my makeup look good.
  70. Amazing moisturiser which isn’t too thick

    Alex

    I love this moisturiser. It layers well under makeup and it’s hydrating enough to be able to wear at night.
  71. Great for when my skin is dry.

    Natasha

    I love this when my skin feels a bit drier than usual or in the colder months. Its super hydrating and feels lovely on the skin. I like the consistency and the scent and it lasts me a long time as i don't need something this rich all the time.
  72. Really hydrating

    Chinchila

    I love this moisturiser for winter , it’s so hydrating and not shiny. I also use it in evenings during the warmer months and have never had any issues.
  73. Very hydrating

    Mini

    I have sensitive skin and often get dry patches. This cream is very hydrating and doesn’t leave my skin feeling tight or red. It leaves my skin feeling moisturised, soft and smooth. Lovely cream that I have repurchased several times.
  74. Very thick cream

    Jess

    It is a very thick cream and applies very thick on the skin but does not feel heavy on the skin. Is very good for my dry skin and I only apply it at night. I probably wouldn't apply it during the day as it would produce too much oil.
  75. Moisturiser

    elleolivia

    This moisture is great, especially because my skin is very dry. Keeps it very hydrated
  76. A beautiful night cream

    Mia84

    This cream has a bit of a thick consistency, so I find it perfect for a lux night cream. This is my third tube of it, only a small amount required so the tube lasts quiet a while.
  77. A little goes a long way!

    Rach

    Super moisturising and feels light on the skin
  78. Thick and Luxurious

    T

    I loved this moisturiser, I have super dry skin and this was so nourishing, its super thick and feels so luxurious going on the skin yet I didn't notice it being heavy or sticky under make-up. It absorbed so well. would 100% purchase again.
  79. Yes it is heavy but great

    Leah

    It does the trick though on very dry skin. I just don’t like heavy creams anymore now that I know that brands are able to bring out water light gels that are extremely hydrating.

    I like skinstitut as a brand overall, their glycolic scrub is a wonder and most things are great. While I don’t like heavy creams anymore, I do think this is a very good one if that’s your thing.
  80. Skinstitut

    Jo

    Have used this product before, great under make up.
    Couldn’t believe how quickly my order was processed. Adore thanks for the great service
  81. A bit heavy

    Bailey

    It is a really thick, hydrating moisturiser and I didn't make my skin red after using it. I did find it was a bit too much for using it in summer, would be good for winter!
  82. Good for wrinkles

    Raven

    I am an older woman and I find this product great for wrinkles, it smooths them out so they are not so noticeable. It penetrates the skin well using only a small amount and does not leave an oily residue on the skin like some moisturisers. My only complaint ( not really a complaint) is I wish it also came in a larger size.
  83. Great moisturiser for dry skin

    Srishti

    I really like this moisturiser, its not too heavy and you only need a little and its easily absorbed once rubbed in.
  84. Great for dry skin

    Ria

    I have super dry and sensitive skin and find this product is great value for the price. It is really hydrating and has a lovely light fragrance which smells fresh and natural. It has never irritated my skin and you only need a little bit, so it will last you quite a while even though the tube is small.
  85. Really hydrating

    Chinchila

    I love this moisturiser for winter , it’s so hydrating and not shiny. I also use it in evenings during the warmer months and have never had any issues.
  86. A little thick

    Skinyourein

    Feels too thick and heavy but I guess it’s targeted towards ultra dry skin which I don’t have so that could be why. Probably great in winter though.
  87. skinstitut

    sha

    very rich moisturiser for my skin, prefer it in winter otherwise it looks a tad greasy on me. would recommend for those with v dry skin
  88. Great Product for Dry Skin

    AnitaC

    I have found it hard to find a moisturizer that keeps my face from drying out throughout the day. This product is great. I use it under my makeup and it lasts. I have several Skinstitute products and they have always performed as expected. Great stuff.
  89. Extra hydration

    Adore fan

    I found this to be the extra boost my mature skin needed during the hot dry summer, absorbed easily was good under makeup. Would highly recommend
  90. Great Night Cream

    RenayeB

    I find this product too heavy for day wear and it makes my makeup slide but is great for a night cream. Always wake up with soft, dewy skin.
  91. Great Night Cream

    RenayeB

    I find this product too heavy for day wear and it makes my makeup slide but is great for a night cream. Always wake up with soft, dewy skin.
  92. Good

    Alice

    I have oily skin and I use this sometimes. Although i like that it has peptides and it does do a decent job moisturising, my skin looks oily and shiny after a few hours
  93. Again, another amazing moisturiser

    Mikaila

    I initially used the normal skin moisturiser but bought this one after noticing how dehydrated my skin still is. It is amazing, i don't have the driest skin and this works really well for me. I love the smell, always makes me feel like I'm taking really good care of my skin
  94. Ultra good

    Tatie

    I switched my moisturiser to the skinstitut moisture defence ultra dry and I’m so happy I did! It’s consistency is much thicker than my previous skinstitut moisturiser, but doesn’t leave any filmy residue and feels light on my skin. I definitely notice the moisturising qualities of this product, and love the fresh cucumber like scent!
  95. Nice moisturiser

    Phee

    Low scent, hydrating and easy to use. Good for sensitive skin
  96. Wow

    Benji

    I received this as a sample in a purchase from adore and I really like it! Makes my skin smooth and glowing! Thankyou!
  97. Great moisturiser

    Wen

    As my skin is now more mature I found I needed more moisture and this product really delivers . It is not too heavy and leaves my skin feeling hydrated , I use it at morning and night.
  98. Not my fave skinstitut product

    Soraya

    I have recently changed over to Skinstitut and I love many of their products. Im 35 and noticing my skin needs extra hydration, so thought this would be perf. It was super heavy for me, so maybe I'm just not ready for it. It feels like my skin can't breathe, and it feels like it just sits on top of my skin rather than sinking in.
  99. Perfect for dry skin

    Bella-Jean

    This is the best moisturizer I have ever used for my sometimes really dry skin. Even wonderful for my dry under eye area. Would buy again and again!
  100. Amazing

    anni

    I have oily and dehydrated skin and this works well and this is my third buy
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