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Cleanser
Best for dry skin: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hydrating Cleansing Gel ($8, drugstores)
The magic of this oil-free cleanser: Add water and the lightweight gel transforms into a lush lather that lifts dirt, oil, and makeup— all without the drying effect of soap.
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Best for oily skin: Bioré Charcoal Acne Clearing Cleanser ($6.50, drugstores)
This hardworking blemish buster does double duty: Charcoal acts as a magnet to attract and absorb dirt and oil; salicylic acid treats blemishes and helps prevent new ones.
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Best for combination skin: Robin McGraw Revelation Foaming Joy Purifying Facial Cleanser ($22,
RobinMcGrawRevelation.com)
Put your best face forward with this paraben-free wash, which removes grime and stubborn makeup without stripping the skin.
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Best for sensitive skin: Burt’s Bees Skin Nourishment Gentle Foaming Cleanser ($10, drugstores)
For the complexion that demands a delicate touch, this frothy, nonirritating formula leaves skin soft, supple, and perfectly clean.
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Day Cream
Best for dry skin: L’Oréal Paris Hydra Genius Daily Liquid Care Extra Dry Skin ($18, drugstores)
Ideal for the most parched skin, this silky cream contains soothing aloe vera and three varieties of hyaluronic acid, one of the most effective moisturizing molecules.
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Best for oily skin: Perricone MD H2 Elemental Energy Hydrating Cloud Cream ($80,
PerriconeMD.com)
When your skin needs hydration without greasiness, try this airy hydrogen-based formula, which is absorbed quickly and leaves no residue.
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Best for combination skin: Garnier SkinActive Moisture Bomb The Antioxidant Super Moisturizer SPF 30 ($17, drugstores)
This overachiever does it all: Hyaluronic acid banishes dryness, antioxidant vitamins C and E and pomegranate protect against damaging free radicals, and broad- spectrum sunscreen provides a UVA/UVB shield.
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Best for sensitive skin: Cetaphil Redness Relieving Daily Facial Moisturizer with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 20 ($20, drugstores)
Calm your skin with this soothing fragrance-free cream formulated with mineral sunscreen ingredients, which are less likely to cause irritation, and hydrating glycerin. Bonus: The slightly tinted formula minimizes redness.
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Night Treatment
Best for dry skin: Algenist Power Recharging Night Pressed Serum ($95,
Algenist.com)
Don’t be fooled by the decadent creamy consistency of this hybrid formula. It instantly melts into skin, delivering a healthy dose of illuminating Alguronic Acid, firming protein, and hydrating coconut water.
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Best for oily skin: Dermalogica Overnight Retinol Repair 1% ($97,
Dermalogica.com for locations)
See spots run with this powerhouse cream containing retinol (to increase cell turnover), peptides (to reduce fine lines), antioxidant vitamin C (to brighten), and squalane (to moisturize).
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Best for combination skin: Murad City Skin Overnight Detox Moisturizer ($70,
Murad.com)
You’ll be making the most of your zzz’s with this lightweight hydrator, which contains a combination of antioxidants (including vitamin C) to strengthen the skin barrier, even tone, and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
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Best for sensitive skin: Aveeno Positively Radiant Overnight Hydrating Facial ($17,
Target.com)
Wake up refreshed with this pre-bedtime treat, applied two or three times a week. The hyaluronic acid–rich formula also contains a soybean complex to brighten skin.
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Serum
Best for dry skin: Elizabeth Arden Advanced Ceramide Capsules Daily Youth Restoring Serum ($98,
ElizabethArden.com)
Show your skin some TLC with one of these small but mighty capsules, which deliver a skin-strengthening blend of ceramides, fatty acids, and cholesterol to help retain moisture.
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Best for oily skin: Clinique Fresh Pressed Daily Booster with Pure Vitamin C 10% ($19.50,
Clinique.com)
Hit refresh: Add two drops of this energizing treatment—which includes vitamin C, salicylic acid, and caffeine—to your moisturizer to improve skin’s radiance, tone, and texture.
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Best for combination skin: Olay Regenerist Miracle Boost Concentrate ($25, drugstores)
Amp up your favorite face cream by pairing it with this performance-enhancing serum, loaded with niacinamide, glycerin, and a peptide for increased hydration and firming.
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Best for sensitive skin: Clarins Hydra-Essentiel Bi-Phase Serum ($59,
Clarins.com)
Dehydrated skin soaks up the moisture from this botanical-based blend of soothing
Kalanchoe pinnata, a succulent plant, and
Orthosiphon stamineus, an herb.
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Body Products
Best body wash for all skin types: Dove Deep Moisture Shower Foam ($6, drugstores) and Nivea Silk Mousse Body Wash ($6, drugstores)
A fun new way to come clean? These two luxurious super-sudsy lathers, which leave skin feeling moisturized and supple.
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Best moisturizer for all skin types: Vaseline Mature Skin Rejuvenation Healing Lotion ($4.50, drugstores)
Diminish dry patches with this fast-absorbing, nongreasy body cream, containing a skin-softening triple threat of glycerin, niacinamide, and microdroplets of Vaseline jelly.
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Best sunscreen for all skin types: Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad-Spectrum SPF 30 ($12, drugstores)
For the best UV defense, don’t leave the house without this mineral bodyguard—its only ingredient is zinc oxide, so it can protect even sensitive skin.
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