Recommendations for (facial) moisturizers?

[IamJen]

Hi, wondering if anyone has recommendations for a good, vegan moisturizer. If some of the over-40 crowd have ideas, that would be especially helpful as I suddenly seem to find myself in that middle-aged combination skin after years of oily skin. I'm using something from Superdrug now (British Walgreens, more or less) but it's not great. I got a sample of something from Kiehls, which was nice too, but super expensive! I seem to remember trying something that I liked from Arbonne, but I can't seem to get ahold of the person who gave me the sample. Der.

Anyway, I'd love some ideas. I hear about using olive oil, but I just absolutely can't stand the greasy feel. I suspect that I might could use something light for the day, as well as night cream too.

 

[hungryraccoon]

What range are you using from Superdrug? I really reccomend the B. range! I haven't used the moisturiser specified for that that age range but have loved the moisturisers and serums from them that I have got.

I don't really rate any of their other ranges to be honest.

 

[MadamSarcastra]

I'm 42, have been plagued with a lousy complexion for, ohhh, just the last three decades or so.... and now peri-menopause is doing some pretty interesting things to it. LMAO Anyhoo, I've been recently using the basic moisturizer & exfoliating wipes from Simple. I like. No frills, no BS, they don't aggravate my already moody flesh, I can get 'em at the supermarket, and they don't break the bank.

I checked their site: "We are happy to inform you that the Simple® Face Care products contain no ingredients derived from animals."

and Unilever's: "We do not test our products on animals and are committed to ending animal testing."

Simple Skincare | Skincare Products from Simple

 

[Chryssie]

I found a vitamin E vegan organic cream at the Dollar General of all places. They have quite a few "natural" products for cheap there!

 

[PTree15]

I like moisturizers from Alba Botanica, and most of them won't kill your wallet. The sea moss moisturizer is really nice.

 

[ledboots]

I'm older (57) and use Gratiae products. (Vegan, not animal tested.) They aren't cheap(!), but I find them on Amazon for a fraction of the price. I use the night serum and then creme, and the eye serum and then creme. I had a great warming masque from them years ago, but haven't gotten it since. I only have to buy the products every 2 years as a little goes a long way. There's another great dead sea facial moisturizer that I've used, have to remember the name.

I am pretty far from vain, way too lazy lol, but a few years ago I needed to change jobs and wanted to look younger r/t discrimination. (Got the job ).

 

[PTree15]

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I am pretty far from vain, way too lazy lol, but a few years ago I needed to change jobs and wanted to look younger r/t discrimination. (Got the job ).

This is the main reason I still color my hair, as I work with a lot of younger people. I will be 55 soon, but most people peg me for early 40s, which helps in the job market. If not for age discrimination, I totally would let it go. It's practically white, lol.

 

[Moll Flanders]

I usually just use soap and water and a bit of almond oil but I'm going to be 40 very soon (!) so I have just ordered Skin Blossom eye cream from Ocado, so you can probably get it in Waitrose stores. I just checked and you can get it on Amazon too.

Reviving Eye Cream (15ml) | Organic Eye Cream | Skin Blossom
Nourishing Face Moisturiser | 88% Organic Moisturiser | Skin Blossom
The Skin Blossom Story | Skin Blossom

I've been told by vegan friends that Lavera and Weleda brands are quite good.

 

[hungryraccoon]

I usually just use soap and water and a bit of almond oil but I'm going to be 40 very soon (!) so I have just ordered Skin Blossom eye cream from Ocado, so you can probably get it in Waitrose stores. I just checked and you can get it on Amazon too.

Reviving Eye Cream (15ml) | Organic Eye Cream | Skin Blossom
Nourishing Face Moisturiser | 88% Organic Moisturiser | Skin Blossom
The Skin Blossom Story | Skin Blossom

I've been told by vegan friends that Lavera and Weleda brands are quite good.

That Skin Blossom eye cream is really good!

 

[Moll Flanders]

That Skin Blossom eye cream is really good!

I got it delivered just now so I will try it tonight. I'm just hoping it won't give me a reaction as my skin is so sensitive. It's quite a small bottle but I expect to wake up looking 21 years old tomorrow morning.

 

[shyvas]

I got it delivered just now so I will try it tonight. I'm just hoping it won't give me a reaction as my skin is so sensitive. It's quite a small bottle but I expect to wake up looking 21 years old tomorrow morning.

At least.

 

[hungryraccoon]

I got it delivered just now so I will try it tonight. I'm just hoping it won't give me a reaction as my skin is so sensitive. It's quite a small bottle but I expect to wake up looking 21 years old tomorrow morning.

It lasted me quite a while! The only annoying thing with pump tubes like that is you run out suddenly without any warning you're running low.

I found it quite tightening around the undereye area - good for me as I get bad eye bags. Going to reorder soon, just waiting to see if it goes on offer [emoji14]

 

[Poppy]

I use Skin Drink from Lush. Skin Drink Moisturizer

 

[Moll Flanders]

I saw this one Chamomile & Shea 24 Hour Unscented Facial Moisturiser | [A'kin] at Superdrug (they also sell it at Holland & Barrett) and it is vegan and good for sensitive skin. I thought it was quite expensive (£24) but I read some reviews and people were saying it lasts a long time as you only use a tiny amount each time. I learned that Superdrug sells (vegan) Pacifica soya candles too.

It lasted me quite a while! The only annoying thing with pump tubes like that is you run out suddenly without any warning you're running low.

Yeah, that is annoying. I would rather have cream in a little pot or jar.

 

[AeryFairy]

What range are you using from Superdrug? I really reccomend the B. range! I haven't used the moisturiser specified for that that age range but have loved the moisturisers and serums from them that I have got.

I don't really rate any of their other ranges to be honest.

Agreed.

 

[Pirate]

I third the "b" range. I use another serum from the range, but it's good. I know they sell them in age categories. I also love Lush's everything but the cost stops it being a daily item for me.

i've been looking for an eye cream so may get that "skin blossom" one actually.

 

[SuicideBlonde]

derma e® natural skincare solutions that work
I recently bought a lotion from this brand. It is thick, but not heavy.

 

[Moll Flanders]

For UK people, I saw there is a code for online beauty retailer FEEL UNIQUE if you order before 11.59pm on Fri 12 Feb, you can get £10 off a £25 spend when you enter the MSE Blagged code MSE10FU. Delivery's free as you'll be spending over £10.

 

[IamJen]

Thanks for the ideas! I'll hcheck the B range for starters, I think, maybe along with the eye cream.

 

[Moll Flanders]

Ah, I had forgotten about the Skin Blossom one. I've only just run out of the A'kin cream as I was only using it around my eyes. I might try the B serum too.

Raggle - what was the name of the brand of moisturisers that you really like? I tried to do a search on here, but it didn't work.