The Only Formula That Matters

A good winter moisturiser balances:

• Humectants pull water in (glycerin, HA, urea).
• Emollients smooth (squalane, triglycerides, shea, cholesterol).
• Occlusives lock moisture (petrolatum, dimethicone).

Oily/Acne-Prone

• Texture: Gel-Cream.
• Look For: 5–10% glycerin, HA, squalane, niacinamide 2–5%.
• Tip: Spot-seal only on flaky patches at night.

Combination

• Cream for cheeks, gel for T-zone. Two products = fewer breakouts + fewer flakes.

Dry/Very Dry

• Rich cream/balm with ceramides + cholesterol + fatty acids, urea 5–10%.

Sensitive

• Mid-weight, fragrance-free; panthenol, ectoin, bisabolol.

Application Rules That Move The Needle

• Apply on damp skin; use an almond-size amount for face.
• Seal driest areas with a rice-grain of occlusive at night.
• Hands: reapply after every wash (Delhi winter hand dermatitis is real).

Clinic tie-in: Still flaky despite correct moisturising? Book a barrier consult. We may add HydraFacial/O2 Derm or short-term prescription creams.