Seven Affordable Moisturizers for Dry Skin

If you’re suffering from dry skin that easily becomes irritated and even inflamed during colder months, a quality moisturizer can help soothe your skin with ease. Spas and beauty professionals recommend moisturizers that contain shea butter, vitamin E, and mineral oils to supply skin with adequate nourishment. However, some of these can cost upward of $50 per product and easily overextend your beauty and skincare budget. If you’re searching for a high quality product that’s low in cost, here are just eight affordable moisturizers that can soothe, protect, and heal dry skin:
St. Ives Swiss Vanilla Moisture Therapy
A great way to end a stressful day is with a relaxing soak in the tub, followed by a complete body moisturizing treatment. The vanilla essence and vitamin E in this formula leave skin super soft, and this lotion can be applied generously to dry skin patches and absorbs in seconds. The lower price point of this makes it one of the more affordable products on the market, and it can be used on a daily basis. This retails for $5.39 at drugstore.com.
St. Tropez Body Moisturizer
This is ‘Step 2’ of the self tanning package offered by St. Tropez, but you don’t have to order all the products to enjoy the benefits of the moisturizer. It’s a super-rich formula that contains L-Tyrosine, aloe, and essential oils. If you have excessively dry patches on knees and elbows, this is a great moisturizer to manage troubled skin; it retails for $7.49 for a 12 oz. bottle on Amazon.com.
California Mango Natural Hand amp; Body Lotion
If you need something light that absorbs quickly, this all-natural formula may be a great match. It’s rich in antioxidants and contains very few additives and preservatives so your skin won’t be absorbing unnecessary ingredients. This lotion has a very light texture, and is best applied right after a shower; it’s infused with Vitamins C, D, and E. The moisturizer retails for $9 at Amazon.com.
King Skin Body Butter
LUSH Cosmetics is the Canadian company behind this rich and luxurious body butter, and this is a great choice for damaged, flaking, and even aging skin. The block of body butter is made with all-natural ingredients including fresh avocado, shea butter, cocoa butter, and even fresh bananas. It also contains valuable essential oils such as jojoba and almond oil, and is perfect for all-day use; this retails for $11.95 on Amazon.com.
Bliss Lemon + Sage Body Butter
This is a ‘maximum moisture cream’ that is a super-thick moisturizer with extra protective properties. The lemon and sage extracts make it especially soothing for eczema and irritated skin, and it also contains Vitamin A, Vitamin E, and arnica extract. Use this right after a bath or shower for maximum absorption. While it’s more expensive than most, it’s so rich that a little does go a long way; this one retails for $12 (1.7 oz.) on Amazon.com
Weleda Skin Cream
This all-natural moisturizer is perfect for dry skin patches and even eczema. It’s a rich cream that doesn’t leave a greasy residue, and can be applied to hands, feet, elbows, and even chapped lips if you need some extra protection. Skin Food is made with a number of herbal extracts and oils that soothe and protect your skin; lavender and chamomile can be especially soothing if skin has become inflamed, and sweet orange oil and rosemary make the skin extra soft. This retails for $12.49 at drugstore.com.
Korres Body Milk
If you’re looking for something with a strong scent that can be used year round, this body milk is infused with unique scents including Vanilla Cinnamon, Bitter Almond, and Basil Lemon. It’s a very light formula that goes absorbs quickly, especially after a shower or bath. It’s ideal for warmer climates and any time you just need some refreshment; the body milk retails for $15 for an 8.45 oz. bottle at Amazon.com
From heavy shea butter creams to light and silky lotion, there are plenty of options to treat, heal, and moisturize dry skin without overextending your budget! Take your pick of these quality products if your skin needs some extra nourishment.
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