One of colloidal oatmeal's primary skin care benefits is that it calms the skin and reduces inflammation. It also is ideal for dryness because it binds to skin and protects a sort of protective shield that locks in moisture. Skyn Iceland Arctic Repair Cream, $42, utilizes an active level of colloidal oatmeal along with antioxidant-rich arctic oils, arctic algae, and gooseberry extract.
Shea butter, which comes from the shea nut, contains a supercharged concentration of fatty acids. This makes it a true hero ingredient when it comes to hydration. It also has the ability to soften and heal. Olay Regenerist Ultra Rich Face Moisturizer, $35.49, contains not only shea butter, but two other notable hydrating, nourishing ingredients: peptides and niacinamide (vitamin B3), which help further bolster the skin barrier and promote better hydration.
It might sound like a funny ingredient to spread on your body, but goat milk is a surprisingly beneficial skin care ingredient. It helps boost moisture levels in the skin while also fortifying the skin barrier. For a luxurious experience, try Beekman 1802 Pure Goat Milk Whipped Body Cream, $38, an intensive treatment that's also formulated with coconut oil, mango seed butter, aloe vera, and botanical extracts.
