Questions — Skincare by skin type
Best morning skincare routine for dry skin.
The best morning routine for dry skin is four steps: rinse or use a cream cleanser, apply a hyaluronic acid serum on damp skin, a ceramide moisturiser, then SPF 30+. Skip foaming cleansers and alcohol toners.
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Written and reviewed by Beauty World Editorial · Last reviewed October 2026
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Routine
Step by step
1. Gentle cleanse
Lukewarm water or a cream cleanser — no foaming wash.
2. Hydrating serum
Hyaluronic acid or glycerin on damp skin.
3. Rich moisturiser
Look for ceramides, shea or squalane.
4. SPF 30+
A cream sunscreen, even on cloudy UK days.
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Avoid
What makes dry skin worse
Hot water
Strips natural oils.
Alcohol toners
Leave skin tight.
Too much exfoliating
Once or twice a week at night is enough.
