Honest Beauty Hydrogel Cream - 50ml - $29.99 - a lightweight, creamy moisturizer infused with two types of hyaluronic acid that help attract and bind moisture into the skin along with an advanced moisture-release formula that is cooling upon application for instantly dewy skin. With each use, skin feels firmer, smoother and softer with a more radiant-than-ever look.
Oh K! Chok Chok Hydrating Serum Mist - 60ml - $13.99 - hydrates and plumps skin for the ultimate no makeup glow with a pink shimmer formulation chock full of hyaluronic acid and ceramides to help support the skin's natural moisture barrier. The mist application helps to evenly distribute the serum formula to the skin with a cooling and soothing effect. Use as part of a daily routine before layering on moisturizer, a quick fix of hydration and a refreshing boost while on the go or to set makeup.
Life Brand Replenishing Hydrogel Facial Sheet Mask - $4.99 - infused with seaweed and ceramide to leave skin feeling hydrated and replenished in just 20 minutes. I like that it's a 2-piece mask - with pieces for the bottom and top halves of the face - making it much easier for a spaz like me to get it onto the right position!

All are available at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and online at beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca.

The weather is changing and so are our skin care needs. Any skin type -  balanced, dry or oily - can become dehydrated. A mix of external elements such as diet, environmental factors like pollution and sun exposure, along with internal factors such as age can all play a role in sapping hydration from the skin leaving it dull and gloomy.

Arbonne Bio-Hydria to the rescue! A brand new skin care line designed to pump up dehydrated skin with refreshing hydration with a formula  featuring edulis cellular water - a powerful moisture-magnet succulent with leaves that have the super-power ability to manage and maintain water absorption, formulated to leave skin plump and super-duper moisturized; and sustainably sourced aloe vera - contains vitamins and minerals taken from the inner part of the leaf, to help moisturize and support skin’s natural ability to maintain a healthy-looking glow.

Available in the collection:

Bio-Hydria Gel Cleanser - 125ml - $24 -  lathers into a delicate foam that cushions skin as it rids the surface of makeup and impurities with gentle, plant-based surfactants for mild yet effective cleansing. Includes organic witch hazel in the formula to help moisturize, soothe, soften, tone, refresh and revitalize the skin so it’s left feeling comfortable, not tight.

Bio-Hydria Liquid Serum - 30ml - $45 -  a lightweight serum that boasts a crushed jelly texture that cools and soothes skin that while providing immediate hydration and replenishment. The formula includes organic witch hazel, cultivated in the south of France that moisturizes to soothe, soften, tone, refresh and revitalize the appearance of the skin• for a healthy-looking glow and a dewy finish.

Bio-Hydria Eye Gel - 15ml - $42 - a soothing gel that deeply hydrates and perks up tired under-eyes with pearlescent pigments that help visibly brighten the appearance of dark circles.

Bio-Hydria Gel Cream - 50ml - $40 - with a pudding-like, lightweight texture that absorbs quickly to soothe and moisturize skin leaving it feeling incredibly soft and supple for up to 48 hours. The formulas includes organic witch hazel, cultivated in the south of France which moisturizes to soothe, soften, tone, refresh and revitalize the appearance of the skin• and support skin’s natural ability to maintain a healthy-looking glow.

This is my favourite product from the line, the texture is just amazing! I have combination skin so generally everything that is super-hydrating feels way to heavy but this cream is so light but still adds so much moisture, it's amazing!

Bio-Hydria Herbal Infusion Tea - 20 x 1g - $18 - contains a caffeine-free antioxidant blend of chamomile, rosemary, and thyme that supports skincare with hydration from the insi.de out

Available now from your Arbonne rep - you can locate a consultant or shop online at www.arbonne.ca.

Hot, sticky and humid weather calls for a moisturizer as refreshing as a sorbet such as:

Teaology Matcha Fresh Cream - 50ml - $49 - a fast-absorbing gel-cream that contains a double hydrating complex which acts to simultaneously top up moisture reserves and maintain a perfect hydrolipidic film with a cocktail of antioxidants, amino acids and peptides to boost the skin’s hydration mechanisms and stimulate its natural defenses.

The formula features a matcha green tea infusion, with exceptional levels of antioxidant catechins - to protect from dryness caused by environmental stressors such as urban pollution; a double-hydrating complex - for 72hr hydration; hyaluronic acid - to moisturize and  plump skin; açai, blackcurrant and ginger extracts - to nourish and revitalize; and green tea extract - to purify.

Available at Murale and select Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Boutiques across Canada and online at: beauty.shoppersdrugmart.ca.

Marcelle introduces something much needed for our skin in this cold winter weather - Hydractive - featuring a combination of  natural ingredients to deeply revitalize skin delivering a super active moisturizing effect that offers 3 actions:

hydration - moisturizes and strengthens skin's natural defenses with glacier water from the Canadian northwest - drawn from the depths of the ocean and incredibly rich and pure, containing more than 60 minerals and rare earth elements;

skin energy boost - to revitalize and restore with spirulina - a well-known food supplement that has energy benefits and an extremely high content of vitamins (A - prevents free-radical damage, B12 - moisturizes and E - strengthens skin moisture barrier) calcium, iron and phosphorus, all of which are vital for the skin’s health. It acts as a skin energy booster while simultaneously protecting against free radical formation and environmental stressors;

and skin protection - reinforces skin barrier to lock in moisture with water lock complex - a unique and exclusive blend of natural sugars derived from raw ingredients such as beets, corn and sweet potatoes.

Marcelle Hydractive 24H Day & Night Moisturizing Gel Cream - 50ml - $25.95 - with an oil-free, 90% natural origin formula good for all skin types, it provides immediate and lasting hydration as it quenches skin’s thirst for a healthy-looking glow, reinforces skin’s moisture barrier and re-energizes skin to visibly restore luminosity and purity with a fresh and aquatic scent.

Marcelle Hydractive Anti-Fatigue Eye Contour Gel - 15ml - $25.95 - with a 86% natural origin formula that moisturizes the eye contour area for a healthy-looking glow as it reduces the appearance of dark circles and instantly illuminates  for a rested and radiant look.

Available now at drugstores across Canada and online at marcelle.com.

Beautycounter introduces Countercontrol - a powerful new regimen that regulates oil and clears skin up without dryness or irritation!

The formula features SkinBalance Complex of wintergreen and rosebay willow to help reduce blemishes while promoting healthy-looking skin that looks clearer and less red.

Available in the collection:

Clear Pore Cleanser - 150ml - $34 - a daily exfoliating cleanser for oily and blemish-prone skin that effectively removes oil, makeup and other impurities without stripping  skin of moisture. The formula, featuring SkinBalance Complex and aloe vera, helps purify pores and soothe while jojoba beads gently slough away dead skin cells. Infused with an energizing citrus scent, it leaves your complexion feeling refreshed and balanced, not dry or irritated.

Instant Matte Toner - 150ml - $36 - alcohol-free mattifying toner for oily and blemish-prone skin removes residual impurities, controls excess oil, and minimizes the appearance of pores. The formula, with our SkinBalance Complex, helps purify skin while preserving ideal moisture levels for a refreshed, comfortable complexion.

All Over Acne Treatment - 30ml - $49 - clears existing blemishes and helps prevent future breakouts while promoting healthy-looking skin..

Matte Effect Gel Cream - 50ml - $49 - Control oil for up to eight hours* with this innovative cream-to-gel formula for oily and blemish prone skin. Featuring our signature SkinBalance Complex of wintergreen and rosebay willow, this non-greasy hydrator improves skin’s texture without silicone and other ingredients that can clog pores. Oil-free.

SOS Acne Spot Treatment - 15ml - $30 - Save skin from blemish emergencies.This fast-acting formula with maximum strength salicylic acid penetrates pores to reduce blemishes and clear skin. Featuring our SkinBalance Complex, this invisible gel treats breakouts without over-drying for a clearer, healthy-looking complexion. In an independent consumer study of twice daily use, blemish size, redness, and irritation was significantly reduced in just three days**

Available online and through independent consultants - check out www.beautycounter.com for more info.

Lierac has a new radiance anti-aging range - Supra Radiance - a collection of five skin care products that were developed to help combat toxin aging.

Overexposed to UV and pollution, subjected to an unbalanced diet or excessive smoking, and worn out by a lack of sleep and too much stress, the skin suffers. All these aggressions, which fall under the umbrella term "envirome", generate oxidative stress, which transforms proteins into toxins. An influx of toxins overburdens and asphyxiates the cells, which begin to work more slowly. A loss of radiance, marked wrinkles and lack of tone are not far behind. Toxin aging has begun!

To combat this new form of aging, nutritional and environmental medicine aims to restore the body's balance. It works by eliminating accumulated toxins and preventing them from forming, before reactivating metabolisms to restore optimal function to the cells. The objective for the line became clear: to closely decipher the mechanisms of premature aging, then counter them with two consecutive actions. The first is detoxification, which eliminates the toxins that trigger premature aging, followed by reactivation of the cells' energy and essential functions.

Available in the collection:

Anti-Ox Renewing Cream-Gel - 50ml - $85 - a radiance renewer for normal to combination skin - the formula combines white horehound extract - which fights toxin aging, with the anti-aging Hyalu-3 concentrate and is enriched with antioxidant pagoda tree extract and mattifying rice powder for an immediate smoothing effect thanks to soft-focus powders that immediately blur wrinkles and imperfections.

Anti-Ox Renewing Cream - 50ml - $85 - a radiance renewer for normal to dry skin - the formula  combines white horehound extract - which fights toxin aging, with the anti-aging Hyalu-3 concentrate and is enriched with antioxidant pagoda tree extract and nourishing marula oil for an immediate smoothing effect thanks to soft-focus powders that immediately blur wrinkles and imperfections.

Peeling Renewing Night Cream - 50ml - $85 - the formula combines white horehound extract - which fights toxin aging, with the anti-aging Hyalu-3 concentrate and is enriched with detoxifying silk tree extract and smoothing lactic and glycolic acids leaving skin with a feeling of freshness and comfort.

Eye Radiance Serum - 15ml - $65 - takes care of puffiness and dark circles with a fragrance-free formula that combines white horehound extract - which fights toxin aging, with the anti-aging Hyalu-3 concentrate and is enriched with ruscus extract and decongesting ruscogenin and has an immediate smoothing effect thanks to soft-focus powders and pearlescent particles that reduce fatigue, smooth, and brighten the eyes.

Double Peeling Radiance Mask - 75ml - $60 - a radiance boosting double-peel that combines white horehound extract - which fights toxin aging, with the anti-aging Hyalu-3 concentrate along with being enriched with exfoliating volcanic micro-crystals and smoothing AHA's. Just apply to dry skin once a week, avoiding the eye area. Leave on for 5 minutes and exfoliate in circular motions - then just rinse off with water for skin that feels brand new.

I really love how beautifully feminine all the products smell - other then the eye serum which is fragrance free, the rest have subtle notes of freesia, pink peppercorn and tonka bean.

Available now at drugstores across Canada and online at lierac.ca.

The new Vichy Aqualia Thermal collection is all about hydration -  directly inspired by the solutions designed for athletes or people suffering from dehydration, with a cocktail of active ingredients that provide optimal and long-lasting hydration deep inside the skin. 

Formulated with only 20 ingredients of 97% natural origin including plant mannose, sodium PCA, hyaluronic acid and Vichy mineralizing thermal water - and 0 controversial molecules - no silicone, mineral oil or parabens -  for a boost of long-lasting moisture that all skin really needs for not only summer but also beyond!

Aqualia Thermal Rehydrating Serum - 30ml - $42.95 - for all skin types, the intense and long-lasting  infusion effect plumps fine dehydration lines.

Aqualia Thermal Rehydrating Water Gel - 50ml - $39.95 - for normal to combination skin or for use in hot and humid climates, the freshness of a gel combined with the comfort of a cream, for plumper skin and tightened pores for 48 hours.

This is my combination skin's new favourite summer moisturizer - lots and lots of hydration without any weight or sticky feel - perfection!

Aqualia Thermal Rehydrating Cream Light - 50ml - $39.95 - for normal to dry skin, soft skin and smoother fine lines for 48 hours.

Aqualia Thermal Rehydrating Cream Rich - 50ml - $39.95 - for dry skin, cold climates, or intensive air conditioning, an extremely comfortable texture that delivers optimum softness  and hydration for 48 hours.

Available now at drugstores across Canada and online at vichy.ca.

It's been so hot lately that it's been hard to start thinking about winter skincare - but I've been trying because as soon as it starts to get cold my combination/oily skin is going to turn combination/dry/tight -  so I need something that will moisturize without too much heft or clogging my pores - my latest great discovery:

Olay Age Defying Advanced with Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Gel Cream Moisturizer - 50ml - $21.99 - in Normal and Dry Skin - with a lightweight, oil-free gel cream formula containing hyaluronic acid and conditioners to deliver 24 hours of deep hydration to tight, dry skin for a more youthful-looking complexion. It absorbs quickly, instantly renews skin’s moisture and improves skin dullness without clogging pores - revealing skin that feels silky, smooth and nourished with a healthy, natural glow.

Available now at drug and mass retailers across Canada.

Don't make the mistake of thinking that oily/acne prone skin doesn't need a moisturizer - skip moisturizing and you will actually make the oiliness worse - so keep skin balanced with something that will moisturize and treat acne is one easy step:

NeoStrata Acne Clear Acne Treatment Fluid - 50ml - $29 - helps clear up and dry acne pimples, absorb excess oil and minimize dilated pores while also moisturizing, leaving skin with a shine-free finish, while soothing and relieving redness. With a formula containing 2.0% Salicylic Acid, 0.4% Allantoin and 3.0% Cytobiol Iris A² - it offers all the benefits of an acne treatment without the usual skin drying side effects that can make the acne better and the rest of the skin worse.

Available now at drugstore across Canada.
Need a little more weight then a gel but not as much as a cream? Gel-cream!

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel-Cream SPF 15 - 50ml - $22.99 - with a unique lightweight, oil-free and non-comedogenic formula that absorbs quickly to instantly quench dry skin, boost the hydration level and lock in in all day to keep it looking smooth, supple and hydrated all day.

The secret to the ultra-moisturizing formula is purified hyaluronic acid -  which is naturally found in skin and acts as a sponge for dry skin, moisturizing with up to 1,000 times its weight in water, resulting in more supple and smooth skin - along with SPF 15 for effective broad spectrum protection against damaging UVA and UVB rays.

Available at drug and mass retailers across Canada.
Don't have time/patience to mess around with multiple products?

Caryl Baker H20 Restore Hyaluronic Hydrating Gel - 60ml - $75 - a non-greasy, fast absorbing, concentrated, vitamin-enriched gel that supplies a targeted solution, supporting delicate skin around the eyes and crease-prone areas on the forehead and around the mouth, as well as a moisturizing and nutritious boost to the entire face; virtually anywhere vulnerable skin is a concern.

Contains Vitamin B5 and Niacinamide B3 - to help reduce moisture loss, improve elasticity and revive skin tone while CoEnzyme Q10 (Ubiquinone) - helps to prevent damage to collagen and elastin; anti-inflammatory Ginseng Root de-stresses skin and works alongside micro-circulation boosting Caffeine - a key active to reduce puffiness and the appearance of dark circles under eyes.

Only problem with this one, because it's such an easy, no-fuss, all-over formula, you'll have to hide it from the boy or he'll want to use it too!

StriVectin Multi-Action Stress Defense Hydrating Water Gel - 50ml - $65 - a multi-tasking gel moisturizer that helps skin visibly bounce back from modern stressors that age skin differently today - everything from a fast-paced, tech-driven lifestyle to environmental pollution. Contains a  comprehensive complex of antioxidants and amino acids to help protect against and repair the look of skin stress and aging including patented NIA-114 technology - strengthens the delicate moisture barrier to help prevent vital water loss. As an added bonus, it has a soothing aroma of seagrass, jasmine, water lily and lavender that helps melt away stress as a cooling burst of hydration wakes up the complexion for skin that is soft, smooth,  instantly revived and plumped with a fresh, dewy glow.

Available now at Murale and Shoppers drug Mart stores across Canada and online at beautyboutique.ca.
Uriage Eau Thermale Water Serum - 30ml - $39.95 - a moisturizing serum that offers 24 hour hydration to even the most dehydrated skin by infusing it with its unique, highly-concentrated hydration complex in 3 stages to: regenerate the skin's hydration; continually maximize the hydration of the skin; and restore the barrier effect of the skin to limit dehydration by targeting all the layers of the skin with its active ingredients to restore the natural moisturization mechanisms to deliver comfort, softness and radiance.

Available at Shoppers Drug Mart stores across Canada and online at beautyboutique.ca.
Cliniderm HydraComfort Hydrating Serum - 30ml - $35 - with a melt-in gel texture, that absorbs fast and provides immediate, intense hydration and replenishes skin’s moisture to nourish even  extremely dry skin as it soothes with its anti-inflammatory and anti-irritation properties, relieves itchiness and protects skin against environmental stressors

Available at major drugstores across Canada.

Time to love your Vichy Idéalia even more - whether your skin has lost it's glow due to pollution,  stress or lack of sleep - new formulations containing clinically proven natural actives to boost skin glow and correct the first signs of aging - day after day, skin regains its energy, the signs of fatigue recede, complexion becomes more uniform, fine lines fade away and radiance returns for skin that is absolutely vibrant! 

Including a new addition to the Idéalia line: 

Idéalia Radiance Activating Night Peeling Care – 100ml - $39.95 - enriched with 4% glycolic acid and 5% HEPES and infused with active extracts of fermented black tea and blueberry polyphenols to gently peel and exfoliate the skin stimulating skin regeneration in order to reactivate glow while still being gentle enough that sensitive skins can use it everyday.  

What makes it really interesting is the texture - it's a water! Just apply with a cotton pad every night after removing makeup - no rinsing needed, and wake up with a more beautiful skin, that is smoother and more vibrant. Need more moisture? Just add a night cream on top for an extra boost. Over time, even dark spots and acne marks are faded and wrinkles smoothed for skin that is like new.

Idéalia Radiance Boosting Antioxidant Serum - 30ml - $49.95 - with a new formula infused with antioxidant citrus flavonoids, energizing adenosine and an illuminating liquorice root extract, to speed up the transformation of normal skin into smooth, glowing skin: with first effects proven in 8  days. With its new liquid texture that is super light, non-sticky and quickly absorbed, it guarantees an optimum rate of hydration for 24 hours that works for even the oiliest of skins - making it great for layering. 

Idéalia Smoothness & Glow Energizing Cream - 50ml - $45 – in dry skin or normal to combination skin new formulas - with a fresh, silky texture that combines the freshness of a gel with the comfort of a cream, a relaxing scent made up of white flowers and tea and a complex formulated with blueberry rich in polyphenols and fermented black tea extract, for the perfect dose of nutrients needed by the skin to combat stress, even the complexion and glow until the evening.

Idéalia Energizing Smoothing & Glow Mattifying Sorbet-Cream - 50ml - $39.95 – the perfect solution for combination to oily skin, a complex of natural actives in a formula to boost the natural glow, even complexion, refine pores, smooth tea  enhances the skin quality, while the absorbent microbeads take care of any excess sebum - for skin that is perfectly balanced.

Idéalia Nuit Restorative Gel-Balm - 50ml - $45 - targets the skin’s nocturnal recovery systems in order to mimic, every night, the effect of reparative sleep. Enriched with ceramides, it recharges skin altered by a day of intense living, while the liquorice root clarifies the complexion.

Idéalia Anti-Fatigue Eye Care - 15ml - $39.95 - removes the shadows from your eyes along with fine lines and wrinkles that to its dual action formula of energizing caffeine and the liquorice root extract that provides a little extra radiance!

Idéalia BB Cream - 40ml - $37 -  blends with the epidermis to give it the perfect combination of mineral pigments for a second skin effect. Enriched with fermented black tea extract, day after day it perfects skin quality.

Available now at drugstores across Canada.
 

The new Philosophy Take A Deep Breath duo breathes new life into tired, stressed skin with exclusive clean-air technology so that skin receives the oxygen delivery it needs to breathe freely, while a patented blend of antioxidants and anti-pollutants helps neutralize damaging free radicals for skin that is left feeling stronger and fresher, looking healthy and radiant.

Oil-Free Oxygenating Gel Cream - 60ml - $49 -  restores and refreshes dull, dry skin suffering from effects of a busy lifestyle with barley leaf extract - loaded with oxygen through the natural process of photosynthesis, to help create a natural reservoir f oxygen on the skin, so it looks and feels fresh, healthy and radiant; along with a patented natural blend of antioxidants and anti-pollutants that helps neutralize damaging free radicals, so skin feels stronger and less sensitive.

Oxygenating Eye Gel Cream - 15ml - $52 - a lightweight, cooling and refreshing eye gel cream that nourishes and protects delicate skin with barley leaf extract - to help increase oxygen levels in the skin to revitalize the look for tired eyes; along with caffeine and a blend of peptides to help smooth away puffiness and help brighten the look of dark circles.

I love a gel moisturizer, especially in the summer when the cooling effect is especially welcome - this one adds just enough moisture that skin is soft without feeling heavy or clogged - dry skin probably wouldn't find it to be enough but it is perfect for oily and combination skin types!

Available at Hudson's Bay stores across Canada and online at www.thebay.com.

As much as I keep hoping my combination skin will normalize itself as I get older, it doesn't seem to be happening - which means that along with my shiny face, I get all the signs of aging too without a product meant to deal with both issues. Matifying products seem to be aimed at women in their twenties who aren't yet concerned with aging and anti-aging products seem to be intended for dry skin or at least for people who like their products heavy!

I had given up on being able to mattify and fight signs of aging in one product until I discovered:

Lise Watier Age Prevention Supreme Matifying Creme-Gel - 50ml - $69 - specially formulated for combination to oily skin to control excess sebum, tighten pores and provide a mattifying effect - while at the same time fighting the first signs of aging by reducing the appearance of fine lines, evening out skin tone, refining skin's texture and renewing skin's radiance.

It does all this with concentrated Labrador tea extract combined with dandelion extract along with a sebo-regulating complex and matifying powders.

What's really nice about it is how light the texture is so it's perfect for layering - you can easily put it between your serum and sunscreen without feeling like you're wearing tons of product!

Available now at drugstores across Canada and online at www.lisewatier.com.

L'Occitane Hydra Vital Gel - 50ml - $42 - with a light gel texture that melts into the skin for an instant thirst-quenching effect making it ideal for normal to combination skin to get 24 hour hydration for skin that looks fresh and radiant without feeling weighed down or greasy. Contains organic angelica water - to boost the circulation of water in skin cells; organic angelica essential oil - to protect skin against free radicals and improve the elasticity of skin fibres; and angelica seed extract - to better deliver and retain moisture for a long-lasting, balanced level of hydration.

Available at L'Occitane boutiques across Canada.
The Body Shop Vitamin E Aqua Boost Sorbet - 50ml - $20 - aquasphere technology offers deep hydration - microscopic moisture spheres that act like tiny reservoirs and hold hundreds of times their weight in pure water; along with wheatgerm oil and Community Fair Trade shea butter and soya oil - combines for a burst of refreshing coolness in a velvety soft, feather-light texture - while mineral particles help to absorb excess oil and mattify leaving your skin shine-free and fresh.

Available now at The Body Shop stores and online at www.thebodyshop.ca.
And if you like the idea of using a night cream but find night time formulas too heavy and greasy:


Avon Elements Moisture Boost Night Gel Cream Oil-Free - 50ml - $12.99 - a lightweight gel cream that helps skin feel more balanced, while looking and feeling smoother and nourished.

Available from your Avon rep - 1-800-265-AVON or online at www.avon.ca.

Due to some weird seasonal dryness I have been on the hunt for a super-hydrating moisturizer that doesn't feel thick and gloppy on my skin - not as easy as I thought it would be. Most intense moisturizers seem to come in a thick cream or balm form and while I don't mind those on my body, I do not like them on my face! I thought all hope was lost until I came across:

Fresh Rose Hydrating Gel Cream - 50ml - $48 - a daily moisturizer for all skin types proven to provide up to 24 hours of significant hydration thanks to roses which yield a precious oil brimming with nutrients that naturally soothe the skin and stimulate the senses. A not in the least bit gloppy hydrating gel cream yet still plenty nourishing with rosewater, rose flower oil, and jojoba oil along with rhodiola root extract to help revive skin cells and cucumber extract to provide an immediate cooling effect. 

Look forward to a healthy-looking, radiant complexion, refreshed and revived and perfectly balanced with all of those pesky dry patches gone!

Available at Sephora and sephora.ca.

Kiehl's Limited Edition Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream - 125ml - $56 - formulated with sensitive skin in mind, this paraben-free, silicone-free, dye-free and fragrance-free formula helps rebalance skin's hydration levels and provides all-day no-shine moisture. Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream is scientifically proven to maintain all day moisturization and shine control for 24 hours, leading to a healthier, fresher, more balanced appearance.

Most people look for new boots and sweaters with the change in seasons, I look for new moisturizers! As the weather gets colder my skin cries out for more hydration - of course to make sure things aren't too easy, it wants more moisture that isn't too heavy so as to clog my pores and make the oily parts of my skin greasy - what's a girl to do?!

I've been lucky so far and have found two products that exactly fit the bill:

Burt's Bees Intense Hydration Day Lotion - 50g - $29.99 - a fast-absorbing lotion that intensely hydrates dry skin to leave skin feeling soft and perfectly moisturized.

Part of the new Intense Hydration line that's 99% natural and infused with clary sage - a plant that adapts to and survives in dry climates and probiotic technology for a formula that is clinically proven to provide intense hydration and help increase skin's ability to retain moisture for long-lasting effects that leave skin feeling soft and supple while helping to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Also available in the collection:

Intense Hydration Cream Cleanser - 170g - $12.99
Intense Hydration Eye Cream - 10g - $29.99
Intense Hydration Night Cream - 50g - $29.99
Intense Hydration Treatment Mask - 110g - $29.99

Available now in-store and online at www.burtsbees.ca.
Yves Rocher Hydra Vegetal 24H Intense Hydrating Gel Cream - 50ml - $27 - with a fresh and melting texture made just for normal to combination skin to deeply and intensely hydrate to leave skin visibly replenished, fresh and radiant.

Part of the new Hydra Vegetal line which all contain sap from maple trees and blue agave plants combined with patented betaine to lock in a water supply deep inside the skin to act as a perpetual moisture reserve that circulates throughout every layer of the skin, even the most dehydrated, providing deeply penetrating moisture so that skin looks replenished, fresh and radiant. Also included in the line is:

Hydra Vegetal Hydrating Cleansing Milk - 200ml - $15 - with a velvety texture that eliminates in-depth all traces of makeup and impurities, leaving skin with an immediate sensation of comfort.
Hydra Vegetal Refreshing Gel Cleanser - 125ml - $15 - with a fresh texture that eliminates impurities, traces of makeup and excess sebum in-depth leaving skin feeling comfortable.
Hydra Vegetal Hydrating Toner - 200ml - $ 15 - eliminates all remaining traces of makeup and provides skin with a healthy glow leaving it intensely refreshed.
Hydra Vegetal 24H Rich Hydrating Cream - 50ml - $27 - with a rich and melting texture specially formulated for normal to dry skin to deeply and intensely hydrate to leave skin visibly replenished, soft, radiant and regaining all its comfort.
Hydra Vegetal Instant Anti-Wrinkle Moisturizer - 30ml - $30 - with a fresh and melting texture enriched in hyaluronic acid to provide deep and lasting moisture and immediately reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

Available now in-store and online at www.yvesrocher.ca.