Beauty

Celebrities Reveal Their Top 15 Moisturizers for Radiant, Healthy Skin

By Michelle Villett •

Bella Hadid’s Favorite: U Beauty The Super Hydrator

Bella Hadid has shared her enthusiasm for U Beauty The Super Hydrator, describing it as a „control-loaded” morning essential. She says it’s so effective she often skips makeup after applying it. Though it has a lightweight gel-cream texture, the formula contains multiple types of hyaluronic acid, peptides, and oils. Together, they create a volumizing effect that keeps skin plump and comfortable for hours. It’s ideal for daytime or under makeup due to its luminous finish and lightweight feel on the skin. Bella has mentioned this preference on several occasions, indicating consistent use, not just a one-time recommendation.

Camila Mendes Chooses Tatcha The Water Cream

In contrast to Bella’s preference for lightness, Camila Mendes selected Tatcha The Water Cream, a product designed specifically for oily and combination skin. The actress said this oil-free gel-cream transformed her understanding of hydration, offering a weightless sensation without compromising the skin’s natural function. It contains glycerin and hyaluronic acid to replenish moisture, along with botanical extracts that strengthen the skin barrier, plus a BHA alternative that helps reduce the appearance of pores. With continued use, it may help balance sebum production, avoiding the overcompensation effect many heavy creams cause. Camila said she’s used it for years and recommends it to friends with similar skin concerns.

Olivia Wilde’s Pick: True Botanicals Chebula Extreme Cream

Olivia Wilde highlighted the benefits of True Botanicals Chebula Extreme Cream, which she describes as an „intense moisture charger” that doesn’t weigh down the skin or cause breakouts. Despite the name suggesting a rich texture, this cream is actually one of the rarest non-comedogenic, wax-free formulas, making it suitable even for acne-prone skin. It hydrates through chebula—an antioxidant that repairs the barrier—light emollients, and breathable occlusive agents that lock in moisture. Cherry extract adds a brightening effect, while hyaluronic acid helps plump fine lines. Olivia emphasized that this cream lets her skin feel like it’s breathing, even after generous application.

Padma Lakshmi’s Choice: Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream

Padma Lakshmi chose Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream Hydrating Moisturizer, a product notable for its impressive 30% hyaluronic acid complex, ensuring deep hydration and a lasting plumping effect. The formula also includes ceramides and Pentavitin—a carbohydrate complex that prevents moisture loss—explaining why the effect can last up to 72 hours, even after washing. Padma mentioned that even the next morning, her skin feels soft, elastic, and well-hydrated, making this an excellent choice for normal to dry skin seeking intense hydration without heaviness.

Kate Bosworth’s Solution: Epicuren Acidophilus Probiotic Facial Cream

Kate Bosworth, who has sensitive and acne-prone skin, found a reliable ally in Epicuren Acidophilus Probiotic Facial Cream. The actress compared the probiotic effect of this cream to that of yogurt for the digestive system, explaining the ingredients are super nutritive, neutralizing, and hydrating—ideal for skin that overreacts to stress or irritation. The formula also includes micronized silver, which helps combat the bacteria responsible for blemishes, while light emollients provide constant hydration without aggravating sensitivity. Kate said she frequently recommends it to friends with skin issues and that even when she’s unsure about trying a new product, this cream remains her go-to option.

Olivia Culpo’s Dual Routine: Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream

Olivia Culpo said she alternates Avène Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream with another luxury moisturizer—Augustinus Bader The Cream—and describes it as having the „same quality,” noting she can’t clearly distinguish between them. This speaks to the exceptional quality of Avène’s formula, which contains the brand’s signature thermal spring water, copper, zinc, and postbiotics—ingredients known for their reparative and anti-inflammatory properties. It’s rich enough to soothe irritation and dryness, yet light enough not to clog pores or trigger breakouts, making it suitable even for sensitive or acne-prone skin. Olivia said she’s used it for years and considers it essential for maintaining the skin’s barrier function.

Hailey Bieber’s Nighttime Pick: Biba de Sousa Los Angeles The Onerta Cream

Hailey Bieber, on the other hand, chose Biba de Sousa Los Angeles The Onerta Cream Barrier for her nighttime routine, an occlusive cream designed to lock in moisture during sleep and support skin regeneration. The actress explained she applies this cream to slightly damp skin, considering that a