Moisturisers & Creams

As one of the final steps in your skincare routine, moisturising creams provide an occlusive layer to protect your skin’s protective barrier against transepidermal water loss. With a nourishing infusion of moisture and lipid oils that work to hydrate and reinforce the outer layers of your skin, our moisturisers leave a smooth and supple finish that also helps counteract the drying effect of the Aussie sun and environmental pollution.

Medik8’s collection of moisturisers online is bolstered with skin-softening and active ingredients so you can enjoy a multi-action skincare product. Delivering a high dose of hydration to the superficial layers of your skin, face moisturisers plump your complexion, diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and calm irritated and dry, flaking skin. Explore our innovative formulas to harness antioxidants like vitamin C and photolyase to brighten your complexion and fight UV damage, or incorporate a moisturiser that has been elegantly blended to introduce potent actives like vitamin A to counteract its skin-renewing but sometimes drying effects.

Yes, we provide a diverse array of moisturisers tailored for various skin types and concerns, providing an effective seal against environmental stressors and provides long-lasting hydration. Whether your skin leans on the dry, oily or combination side, you can find the perfect moisturiser in our range. For dry or dehydrated skin, look for hydrating moisturisers enriched with hyaluronic acid and ceramides that help to lock in moisture. Oily skin benefits from lightweight, non-comedogenic facial moisturisers that hydrate without clogging pores. If you have sensitive or damaged skin, consider our Ultimate Recovery, which helps restore the skin’s moisture barrier and offers relief when using vitamin A products and exfoliators. For those prone to redness or flare-ups, try Calmwise Colour Protect, which uses calming ingredients and green pigments to neutralise flushed faces. Additionally, for concerns like blemishes or hyperpigmentation, select moisturisers containing ingredients like salicylic acid or vitamin C to clear breakouts and brighten the skin tone.

For optimal results, we recommend applying moisturiser twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening. Consistent morning and evening application of a moisturising cream keeps your skin hydrated, protected and nourished around the clock.

In the morning, apply moisturiser after cleansing and any serums but before sunscreen to protect and hydrate your skin throughout the day. In the evening, apply it after cleansing and any treatment products to help maintain hydration levels and support the skin's protective barrier overnight.

Moisturisers and hydrators both aim to make the skin softer and more hydrated, but they work in slightly different ways. Hydrators, such as products containing hyaluronic acid, attract water to the skin's cells, whereas moisturisers, like those with ceramides or oils, create a barrier on the skin’s surface to lock in moisture and protect against environmental stressors.

Even if other products in your skincare routine contain hydrating ingredients, a moisturiser is still beneficial as it seals in the hydration provided by previous steps and adds an extra layer of protection against environmental damage and moisture loss.

Absolutely! Medik8's facial moisturisers are suitable for both men and women. The non-greasy formulas and lightweight feel make them ideal for anyone looking to enhance moisture levels for healthy-looking skin.