From moisturisers to masks, these are the best winter skincare products for dry skin

We here at Now to Love simply J’adore a serum that punches above its weight, and this one from Saya does exactly that. Appropriately named Super Serum, this blend of hyaluronic acid, pentavitin, and a whopping 10% niacinamide works together to hydrate, plump and soothe the skin.

Don’t worry sensitive-skinned souls; this is fragrance-free, certified organic, pH-balanced, vegan, and cruelty-free. It also fortifies the skin’s natural barrier, meaning more protection against harsh winds and drying central heating in the office.

Key features:

• Deeply hydrating
• Assists with natural collagen production
• Improves skin texture

Looking for a one-stop shop for hydrated skin? Emma Lewisham’s skincare line is known for its powerhouse ingredients and this overnight mask is simply packed with them.

Using 72-hour hour moisture lock technology, calming plant extracts and a gentle alpha hydroxy acid to slough away dead skin cells while you sleep, this skin-elevating formula delivers unparalleled beauty sleep in a bottle. Slather it on in the evening, let it absorb so your pillow doesn’t eat it and wake up glowing.

Key features:

• Contains 22 high-performing actives 
• 72% organic ingredients
• Supports the skin’s natural night-time restoration
• Clinically proven to synthesise collagen production at a cellular level

The tagline of this serum is ‘shout your skin a drink’, and given the toll the winter air takes on our faces, we’re all too happy to oblige.

This brand is beloved over the ditch for its simple, streamlined range packed with powerful ingredients. This serum in particular is great for those with dehydrated faces: it contains not one, but FOUR types of hyaluronic acid, as well as peptides and provitamin B5 to expertly quench and plump your skin. Apply to damp skin to heighten its hydrating abilities.

Key features:

• Firming, plumping and soothing
• Helps to bind water to the skin and maintain balanced hydration levels.
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines
• Cruelty-free

When it comes to pharmacy skincare, the French do it best. Avène’s Cicalfate cream is a cult classic for a reason. It’s the brand’s number one product sold in New Zealand, and overseas it’s beloved by celebrities like Sophia Richie and Hailey Bieber.

This thick occlusive moisturiser can be used as a mask, primer or night cream, and contains a patented postbiotic ingredient derived from Avène thermal spring water which supports the skin microbiome. To really add to the hydration, mist first with their thermal spring water in a bottle.

Key features:

• Fragrance and paraben-free
• Antibacterial thanks to the combination of copper sulfate and zinc sulfate
• Can be used on the whole family

If the gel moisturiser you wore every day of summer is not cutting it during this season, opt for something specially formulated to hydrate parched skin.

This ultra-nourishing moisturiser has been specially formulated to strengthen the skin’s lipid barrier and intensely moisturises dry, depleted skin. It can be used morning and night, works beautifully under makeup and SPF, and works well as a daily moisturiser for those in parts of the country with harsher, colder conditions.

Key features:

• Supports barrier recovery
• Reduces the appearance of fine lines
• Rebalances skin’s natural microbiome