Señora Fall: 10 Must-Have Moisturizers for Every Skin Type

Fall has arrived bringing pumpkin spice cafecito and cooler temperatures. While you may already be digging out your favorite pair of boots and cozy sweaters, don’t forget about skincare essentials for this time of year. Cold weather, low humidity, and indoor heating can pose a triple threat for our skin, zapping moisture and causing dryness. If you’re wondering what’s a señora to do, we’ve got the solution — moisturize! To help you stay hydrated throughout the season, we’ve selected some of the best face moisturizers to add to your skincare routine. Whether your complexion is dry, oily, or somewhere in between, you’ll find a product for every skin type.    

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1. Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream

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When it comes to moisturizers, Olay is a classic. It was part of my abuela’s nighttime skincare ritual and my mom uses the brand to this day, so I’ve seen first-hand how it smoothes and soothes the face. The Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream ($24.94) works fast, plumping skin and softening fine lines as soon as day one. It’s suitable for all skin types and features clean ingredients, which is a bonus if you have sensitive skin. Plus, with a 4 out of 5-star rating out of nearly 27,000 reviews, the proof is in the pudding.

Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream, $24.94, available at walmart.com. 

2. Dezi Skin AGUA FRESCA Thirst Quenching Gel-Crème Moisturizer

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Dezi Skin is a brand created for nuestra gente. Founder Desi Perkins, who is of Mexican descent, was inspired by the natural skincare remedies that were passed down in her family. Her skincare line celebrates and embraces Latinx beauty and heritage. The story behind the name of this product is special. The women in Desi’s family have a tradition of making Agua Fresca in Mexico, so the name pays homage to that memory. 

As for the product, you can count on intense hydration. The gel-crème moisturizer boosts the skin’s moisture barrier. This helps to lock in hydration and create a glowing complexion. This is another beauty product with strong ratings to back it up. So far, it’s received an average of 4.9 stars out of over 400 reviews.

Dezi Skin AGUA FRESCA Thirst Quenching Gel-Crème Moisturizer, $46, available at deziskin.com. 

3. Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer

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If you have combination to oily skin, you may be concerned about certain moisturizers clogging your pores. You don’t have to worry about that with the Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer ($50). Its lightweight, non-greasy formula delivers hydration without causing breakouts. This is great news if you have acne-prone skin. It also combats dullness and helps restore balance to your complexion. Bask in the fall season with skin that looks firmer, plumper, and radiant! More than 100 users have given it five stars.

Shani Darden Weightless Oil-Free Moisturizer, $50, available at sephora.com. 

4. JLo Beauty That Big Screen Moisturizer with Broad Spectrum SPF 30

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Just because summer is over doesn’t mean you ditch the sunscreen. You still need to protect yourself from UV rays, and the JLo Beauty That Big Screen Moisturizer ($55) does double duty, offering SPF 30 and hydration. Boricua superstar Jennifer Lopez is renowned as the queen of glow, and this product makes sure not to dull your shine. Unlike some SPF-containing products, this one leaves no streaky white residue behind. Plus, hyaluronic acid plumps your skin to give you a dewy complexion. It’s suitable for all skin types, and it has an overall rating of 4.1 out of 470+ reviews.  

JLo Beauty That Big Screen Moisturizer, $55, available at sephora.com. 

5. Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Moisturizer

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I’ve used this moisturizer in the past and am a fan of its hydrating benefits. If you’re wondering what the “100H” stands for, it indicates that the product delivers hydration that lasts for 100 hours. One of the things I love about this product is the light and velvety texture. The face cream glided on my skin when I applied it, leaving it smooth to the touch. The formula also had a cooling effect for me, which I found very soothing. 

Another star feature is how effective it is at helping your skin retain moisture. This definitely comes in handy when you’re dealing with the crisp breezes of fall, which can lead to dryness if your face is unarmed. And it’s compatible with all skin types and tones. Out of 3,790+ reviews on Ulta.com, it’s earned a solid 4.6 star rating. 

Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Moisturizer, $64, available at ulta.com. 

6. Drunk Elephant Lala Retro™ Nourishing Whipped Cream

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This is another go-to skincare product for me. The whipped cream texture gave my face all the hydration feels. That’s partly due to the African-oil blend the product contains, which nourishes and revitalizes your complexion. I also liked that I could conveniently pump the cream into my hand, which dispensed just the right amount of product. In addition to alleviating dryness, the Lala Retro™ Nourishing Whipped Cream ($64) offers anti-aging benefits and improves the skin’s firmness. To top it all off, it has over 1,000 five-star reviews on Sephora.com.   

Drunk Elephant Lala Retro™ Nourishing Whipped Cream, $64, available at sephora.com.     

7. Tata Harper Water-Lock Moisturizer 

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Give it up for this Latina-owned brand, which is named after its Colombian-born founder, Tata Harper. I’ve used several products from this skincare line and have not been disappointed with the quality and results. The Water-Lock Moisturizer ($68) is lightweight and works well with combination, oily, and normal skin types. It does all the things a good face cream should do, like combat dryness and dullness. It does this with the aid of pomegranate spheres, which attract moisture and lock it into the skin for long-lasting hydration. It’s also perfect if you’re trying to incorporate more clean products into your skincare routine. All of the ingredients come from natural sources. It has scored a 4.4 star rating on Sephora.com out of 470+ reviews. 

Tata Harper Water-Lock Moisturizer, $68, available at sephora.com. 

8. TATCHA The Water Cream

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TATCHA the Water Cream ($68.40) will leave your skin feeling luxurious this otoño. It made my face feel that way when I used it as my nighttime moisturizer. The brand takes inspiration from Japanese skincare rituals and is committed to delivering nourishment. This moisturizer contains an abundance of hydrating nutrients while also helping to reduce excess oil. Another perk is that it minimizes the appearance of pores, revealing a smoother surface. It’s an Amazon’s Choice product and has an overall 4.5 out of 5 star rating with over 4,200 reviews.   

TATCHA The Water Cream, $68.40, available on amazon.com. 

9. TULA 24-7 Moisture Hydrating Day & Night Cream

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As temperature cools, it becomes more important to make sure you’re feeling hydrated throughout the day and when you sleep. TULA’s 24-7 Moisture Hydrating Day & Night Cream ($88) makes it easy to get the hydration you need at all hours. Ingredients like apple and watermelon, probiotics, and milk proteins provide numerous benefits. They help to smooth and revitalize your skin and alleviate redness and irritation. One review on Ulta.com says, “It’s lightweight, it sinks into the skin, it provides me with the additional hydration I need in the winter, I like the light fragrance that it has, and it wears well under makeup!” It’s received a solid 4.6 star rating out of 3,700 reviews.  

TULA 24-7 Moisture Hydrating Day & Night Cream, $88, available at ulta.com.

10. Joanna Vargas Twilight Night Cream

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Price: $145

Joanna Vargas, who is of Mexican and Puerto Rican descent, is a renowned celebrity esthetician who has created a skincare brand that caters to all ethnicities, skin types, and skin tones. Her Twilight Night Cream ($145) is an award-winning product. It received the SELF Healthy Beauty Award for Best Moisturizer and was featured on HarpersBazaar.com’s Best Skincare Products of the Year 2023. It delivers intense hydration to your skin, increasing plumpness and smoothing fine lines. Apply it before going to bed and wake up to a more radiant complexion. It has a 4.9 star rating out of nearly 60 reviews.

Joanna Vargas Twilight Night Cream, $145, available at joannavargas.com.