7 Signs You Need A Thicker Moisturizer by 7 Signs You Need A Thicker Moisturizer“One of my biggest rules is that when the seasons change, your products should change too,” says Debra Jaliman, MD, a dermatologist in NYC and author of Skin Rules. How do you know when to make the switch? Other than chillier temps, Dr. Jaliman points to 7 signs your skin is craving more hydration.1- Your moisturizer disappears within seconds of applying. This likely means you need more moisture than your current product is supplying. Go for a cream that leaves skin supple but not tacky.2- Your face feels tight. Same goes if you start to notice any itching or a change in texture—these are all early signs of dryness. 3- Your makeup looks like it’s going to crack. Prime skin with a rich moisturizer to prevent dreaded desert face. Amp up dewiness by applying foundation before the moisturizer fully absorbs. 4- Your skin becomes red or easily irritated outdoors. A balmier cream acts as a winter jacket, protecting skin from the conditions—icy winds, drippy nose—that trigger irritation and redness. 5- Your skin looks lackluster or dull. When your skin is properly hydrated, light bounces off of it evenly for a more radiant, youthful appearance. 6- You have flakes on your cheeks, nose or chin. Exfoliate regularly before slathering on cream to keep flaky patches at bay. 7- Your fine lines and wrinkles look more prominent No, you didn’t age overnight. Those same humectants that bind moisture to the skin will also help plump and smooth lines and groves. Rich Moisturizers That Will Get You Through Winter: - Obagi Hydrate Luxe - Pond’s Dry Skin Cream - Kiehl's Ultra Facial Moisturizer - Clinique Moisture Surge Intense - CeraVe PM - Avène Skin Recovery Cream - La Roche-Posay Toleriane