10 Best moisturizers for dry skin in Canada

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Last Updated - 2026/09/09

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CRC Press

Dry Skin and Moisturizers: Chemistry and Function (Dermatology: Clinical & Basic Science Book 27)

9.9

Exceptional
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La Roche-Posay

La Roche Posay Lipikar Baume AP+Max, Body Lotion for Dry Skin, Soothing Cream with Shea Butter & Niacinamide for Body, Face & Hands, Fragrance Free, Recommended by Dermatologists, 400mL

9.5 Moisturizing

9.1 Aroma

8.7 worth the money
Main highlights

This body moisturizer is fragrance-free, paraben-free, oil-free, alcohol-free, and hypoallergenic
The soothing balm quickly absorbs into the skin and is non-greasy with a non-sticky finish, leaving the skin soft and comforted
Lipikar Baume AP+M is the perfect face and body cream to get rid of dry, itchy and eczema-prone skin on babies as young as 2 weeks, children and adults all year round
La Roche-Posay Lipikar Baume AP+M is a body lotion with soothing, lipid-replenishing results for newborns, children and adults with dry, itchy and eczema-prone skin
Developed with Dermatologists to support the skin’s microbiome & barrier while replenishing the skin’s essential lipids
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9.7

Exceptional

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CeraVe

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Dry-Very Dry Skin on the Face & Body, 539g

9.7 Moisturizing

9.7 For Gentle skin

9.5 Aroma
Main highlights

Moisture retention: contains hyaluronic acid to help attract hydration to the skin’s surface and help the skin retain moisture without leaving a greasy or heavy residue
Gentle on skin: fragrance-free, oil-free, hypoallergenic, and non-comedogenic formula is suitable for sensitive skin and will not clog pores or cause irritation
Face & Body Cream: rich, non-greasy and fast absorbing moisturizing cream hydrates effectively to help restore the skin’s protective barrier, making it ideal for dry and very dry skin on the face and body
Essential ceramides: formulated with three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II) to help restore and maintain the skin’s natural protective barrier for healthier-looking skin
All-Day Hydration with MVE technology: features a delivery system that continually releases moisturizing ingredients for 24-hour hydration, keeping skin soft and comfortable all day
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9.6

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CeraVe

CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin, Face & Body, 473mL

23% Off

9.5 For Gentle skin

9.3 worth the money

9.3 Moisturizing
Main highlights

Moisture retention: formulated with hyaluronic acid to help attract hydration to the skin’s surface and help the skin retain its natural moisture
MVE technology: features a delivery system that continually releases moisturizing ingredients for 24-hour hydration throughout the day
Gentle formula: fragrance-free, oil-free, hypoallergenic, and non-irritating formula is suitable for sensitive skin and won't clog pores
Dermatologist developed: created with dermatologists to be suitable for normal to dry skin on the face and body, providing effective daily care
Daily hydration: lightweight, oil-free moisturizer hydrates the skin and helps restore its natural barrier with three essential ceramides for lasting comfort
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9.5

Excellent

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Cetaphil

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream for Dry Skin (566g) - Dermatologist Recommended

9.9 Moisturizing

9.5 Aroma

9.3 worth the money
Main highlights

RICH, NON-GREASY MOISTURIZER: Replenishes the skin's moisture barrier within 1 week; contains sweet almond oil, glycerin and vitamin E. Ideal for areas that require extra attention, such as hands, elbows and feet
MOISTURIZING CREAM: One 567g tub of Cetaphil Face & Body Moisturizing Cream that hydrates and nourishes dry to very dry skin. Provides immediate, long-lasting relief for even severely dry skin
MADE IN CANADA
DESIGNED FOR SENSITIVE SKIN: All Cetaphil skincare products, from skin cleansers to moisturizers and more, are effective, yet non-irritating for all skin types, from normal skin to dry, sensitive skin
DERMATOLOGIST RECOMMENDED: As a leading brand for sensitive skin, Cetaphil products are recognized by the Canadian Dermatology Association
48 HOUR HYDRATION: Fast-absorbing, paraben free, non- comedogenic, fragrance free lotion restores and improves your skin's ability to retain vital moisture for long lasting 48-hour hydration
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9.2

Excellent

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Eucerin

Eucerin Complete Repair Lotion, 5% Urea & Ceramides, Dry Skin, 500mL

10% Off

9.9 Moisturizing

9.3 worth the money

9.3 Aroma
Main highlights

NOURISHING UREA AND CERAMIDES: Moisturizing lotion enriched with 5% urea and ceramides for restoring healthy-looking skin by intensely hydrating and locking in skin's moisture, protecting skin against dryness and offering itchy skin relief
INCLUDES: One 500 mL bottle of Eucerin Complete Repair Moisturizing Lotion for Dry Skin
DERMATOLOGIST-RECOMMENDED BRAND: Body moisturizer formulated with gentle and effective ingredients that are accepted by the Canadian Dermatology Association; developed to help specific skin needs, including dry, eczema-prone, cracked, itchy, and sensitive skin
COMPLEMENT YOUR SKINCARE ROUTINE: Light, non-greasy, fast-absorbing body moisturizer for dry skin that pairs beautifully with Eucerin Complete Repair Body and Face Cleanser for Dry to Very Dry Skin
48-HOUR HYDRATION: Fragrance free, paraben-free, dye-free, and hypoallergenic Eucerin body and face lotion clinically proven to immediately relieve tight, flaky, and dry skin for 48 hours
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9.0

Excellent

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CeraVe

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream Travel Size Daily Face and Body Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin with Hyaluronic Acid Fragrance Free, 57 Grams
Main highlights

[ PATENTED TECHNOLOGY ] Includes the patented time-release MVE Delivery Technology for all-day hydration.
[ MOISTURE RETAINING INGREDIENTS ] Formulated with hyaluronic acid to help retain skin's natural moisture.
[ HYDRATES WITHOUT CLOGGING PORES ] Ideal for dry to very dry skin.
[ GENTLE ON SKIN ] Free of fragrance and oil, hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic and non-irritating
[ ESSENTIAL CERAMIDES ] Formulated with three essential ceramides (1, 3, 6-II) that help restore and maintain its natural protective barrier.
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8.9

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Neutrogena

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream for Extra Dry Skin, Face Moisturizer 50 mL

9.3 For Gentle skin

9.3 Aroma

9.1 Moisturizing
Main highlights

Moisturizer formulated with hyaluronic acid, a dermatologist recommended hydrator, that binds to water to hold it within skins surface. It also contains Natural Moisturizing Factors to hydrate skin and essential lipids to help smooth skin's surface.
Inspired by the science of skin, this non-comedogenic face cream is free of fragrance, parabens, phthalates and dyes. The lightweight moisturizer leaves skin feeling plump and glowing in two weeks and leaves skin feeling more resilient in four weeks.
Gel cream facial moisturizer deeply replenishes vital water content within skin's surface and instantly delivers 9x more hydration (vs. untreated). The face cream provides 72-hour clinically proven hydration to improve the look and feel of dry skin.
Complete your at-home skincare routine with this velvety cream that transforms to a water-like feel on skin from Neutrogena, a dermatologist recommended brand. Apply fragrance-free face moisturizer evenly to face and neck daily after cleansing.
50ml recyclable glass jar of Neutrogena Fragrance Free Hydro Boost Gel Cream for Extra Dry Skin with Hyaluronic Acid designed for dry, sensitive and acne-prone skin provides long-lasting hydration for skin that feels more resilient and glows day after day.
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8.6

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Aveeno

Aveeno Intense Relief Moisture Repair Cream, Shea Butter, Triple Oat, Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer, Fragrance Free, 306mL

9.5 Moisturizing

9.3 For Gentle skin

9.1 Aroma
Main highlights

This intensely moisturizing cream features a Triple Oat formula and contains shea butter. Triple Oat formula includes oat flour, oat extract, and oat oil—all made from non-GMO oat. This lotion was designed to deliver 24 hours of intense hydration
This intensely moisturizing cream delivers 24 hours of hydration. This deeply moisturizing cream was designed to restore and maintain the skin’s natural moisture barrier.
Prevents recurring dryness and provides itch relief
It's for everyday use. To use, smooth this cream over your body as often as needed. This cream is designed to revive extra dry skin and is allergy tested, non-comedogenic, non-greasy, paraben free, fragrance free, and dye free.
Intense relief for extra-dry skin
Help improve your skin’s natural moisture barrier with Aveeno Intense Relief Moisture Repair Cream. This product offers intense hydration for extra dry skin. This product comes in one 306-millilitre jar of fragrance free body cream.
From a dermatologist recommended brand for over 70 years, Aveeno Intense Relief Moisture Repair Cream is clinically shown to help repair and restore extra-dry skin. This product is fragrance free and designed to revive extra dry skin.
Contains ACTIVE NATURALS Triple Oat Complex
306 mL jar of repair cream
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8.4

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La Roche-Posay

La Roche-Posay Face Moisturizer, Toleriane Sensitive Rich Face Cream, 40mL

9.3 Aroma

9.1 Moisturizing

8.9 For Gentle skin
Main highlights

[ Rich Texture ] The rich, creamy and gliding texture is specially formulated for sensitive skin to reduce friction upon application. This texture contains shea butter as a key ingredient.
[ Recommended Brand ] La Roche-Posay is the #1 dermatologist recommended brand in Canada. Recommended by 90,000 dermatologists worldwide, La Roche-Posay offers unique daily skincare developed using a strict formulation charter and stringent clinical testing for efficacy and safety, even on sensitive skin.
[ Prebiotic Spring Water ] This oil-free, fragrance-free moisturizer is formulated with a high concentration of thermal prebiotic spring water for a double repair action of the skin barrier. It helps repair the skin’s barrier function and preserves the skin’s natural microbiome, an invisible barrier that protects it from irritants and environmental stressors, in order to reduce skin sensitivity.
[ Clinical Tests ] La Roche-Posay Toleriane Sensitive Rich follows a strict formulation charter and stringent clinical testing for efficacy and safety, even on sensitive skin. Toleriane Sensitive Rich is formulated with shea butter to repair and protect the skin barrier, glycerine to hydrate, niacinamide (vitamin B3) to intensely soothe and La Roche-Posay prebiotic thermal water to calm and reduce skin irritations.
[ 48-hour Hydration ] This calming moisturizer provides soothing 48-hour hydration that comforts skin and reduces sensitivity over time, helping to relieve tightness, tingling sensations, dryness and occasional redness.
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10 Best moisturizers for dry skin in Canada

Dry Skin and Moisturizers: Chemistry and Function (Dermatology: Clinical & Basic Science Book 27)

La Roche Posay Lipikar Baume AP+Max, Body Lotion for Dry Skin, Soothing Cream with Shea Butter & Niacinamide for Body, Face & Hands, Fragrance Free, Recommended by Dermatologists, 400mL

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Dry-Very Dry Skin on the Face & Body, 539g

CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin, Face & Body, 473mL

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream for Dry Skin (566g) - Dermatologist Recommended

Eucerin Complete Repair Lotion, 5% Urea & Ceramides, Dry Skin, 500mL

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream Travel Size Daily Face and Body Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin with Hyaluronic Acid Fragrance Free, 57 Grams

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream for Extra Dry Skin, Face Moisturizer 50 mL

Aveeno Intense Relief Moisture Repair Cream, Shea Butter, Triple Oat, Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer, Fragrance Free, 306mL

La Roche-Posay Face Moisturizer, Toleriane Sensitive Rich Face Cream, 40mL

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Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream for Dry Sensitive Skin (85g) - Derm Recommended

CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion with 5% Hydro-Urea & Shea Butter, for Dry to Very Dry Skin, Hydrates Itchy Skin due to Dryness. Fragrance-Free, Developed with Dermatologist, 473mL

Minimalist Dry Skin Moisturizer for Face | 5% Marula Oil With Hyaluronic Acid For Deep Nourishment & Hydration | For Women & Men | 1.7Oz / 50 gm

Cetaphil Moisturizing Body Lotion (473ml) - Dermatologist Recommended

Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion, Shea Butter, Dimethicone, Triple Oat, Itchy, Dry Skin Body Moisturizer, Fragrance Free, 532mL

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream Face Moisturizer, 47mL

Lubriderm Advanced Moisture Therapy Moisturizing Cream - Vitamin E, Vitamin B5, Fragrance Free Body Lotion, 710 mL

Vaseline Dry Skin Repair Lotion Ultra-Hydrating Lipids 72H Moisture, 295mL

Eucerin Urea Repair Day Face Cream, 5% Urea, Non-Greasy, Dry Skin, 50mL

NIVEA Nourishing 72H Body Lotion, Hyaluronic Acid, Almond Oil, 625mL

10 Best moisturizers for dry skin in Canada

Dry Skin and Moisturizers: Chemistry and Function (Dermatology: Clinical & Basic Science Book 27)

La Roche Posay Lipikar Baume AP+Max, Body Lotion for Dry Skin, Soothing Cream with Shea Butter & Niacinamide for Body, Face & Hands, Fragrance Free, Recommended by Dermatologists, 400mL

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream for Dry-Very Dry Skin on the Face & Body, 539g

CeraVe Moisturizing Lotion for Normal to Dry Skin, Face & Body, 473mL

Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream for Dry Skin (566g) - Dermatologist Recommended

Eucerin Complete Repair Lotion, 5% Urea & Ceramides, Dry Skin, 500mL

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream Travel Size Daily Face and Body Moisturizer for Normal to Dry Skin with Hyaluronic Acid Fragrance Free, 57 Grams

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream for Extra Dry Skin, Face Moisturizer 50 mL

Aveeno Intense Relief Moisture Repair Cream, Shea Butter, Triple Oat, Extra Dry Skin Moisturizer, Fragrance Free, 306mL

La Roche-Posay Face Moisturizer, Toleriane Sensitive Rich Face Cream, 40mL

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Cetaphil Moisturizing Cream for Dry Sensitive Skin (85g) - Derm Recommended

CeraVe Intensive Moisturizing Lotion with 5% Hydro-Urea & Shea Butter, for Dry to Very Dry Skin, Hydrates Itchy Skin due to Dryness. Fragrance-Free, Developed with Dermatologist, 473mL

Minimalist Dry Skin Moisturizer for Face | 5% Marula Oil With Hyaluronic Acid For Deep Nourishment & Hydration | For Women & Men | 1.7Oz / 50 gm

Cetaphil Moisturizing Body Lotion (473ml) - Dermatologist Recommended

Aveeno Skin Relief Moisturizing Lotion, Shea Butter, Dimethicone, Triple Oat, Itchy, Dry Skin Body Moisturizer, Fragrance Free, 532mL

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream Face Moisturizer, 47mL

Lubriderm Advanced Moisture Therapy Moisturizing Cream - Vitamin E, Vitamin B5, Fragrance Free Body Lotion, 710 mL

Vaseline Dry Skin Repair Lotion Ultra-Hydrating Lipids 72H Moisture, 295mL

Eucerin Urea Repair Day Face Cream, 5% Urea, Non-Greasy, Dry Skin, 50mL

NIVEA Nourishing 72H Body Lotion, Hyaluronic Acid, Almond Oil, 625mL

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