Best Face Moisturizers for Women Over 60: 8 Day Creams

How to choose a daytime face cream in your 60s

This page is about day creams. The American Academy of Dermatology (aad.org) gives the clearest guidance, and the points below lean on it.

• Start with the texture. The AAD says a gel is often water-based and feels lighter than a lotion, a cream is thicker and has more oil than a lotion or gel, and an ointment is the thickest. For dry skin it points to a cream or ointment instead of a lotion.
• Age matters here. In the AAD's words, Dr. Kazin says that perimenopausal people and everyone 50 and older should be using a cream-based moisturizer.
• Read the ingredient list for glycerin or hyaluronic acid. The AAD says a moisturizer with hyaluronic acid or glycerin can be especially helpful for dry menopausal skin, and several listings below name one or both.
• Choose fragrance-free over unscented. The AAD says fragrance can irritate your skin and that unscented products generally contain a chemical that covers up the smell of other ingredients. Look for the words fragrance free on the package.
• Add one new product at a time. The AAD warns that using more than one anti-aging product in a few days or weeks can irritate the skin. If you change your day cream, keep the rest of your routine the same for a while.
• Keep expectations modest. The AAD says anti-aging skin care products deliver modest results and that you cannot get the results of a facelift from a cream. Several listings below make before-and-after claims. Those come from the makers' own tests, which we could not check.
• Apply it at the right time. The AAD says to apply a creamy, fragrance-free moisturizer within 3 minutes of bathing and throughout the day, and to leave a bit of water on your skin when you apply it.
• Check how it sits under makeup. Two listings here say outright that they can go under makeup. For the others, the listings are silent, so try a small jar first if you wear foundation.

This page describes products only and is not medical advice. The AAD says to see your dermatologist if your skin still feels dry, and to make an appointment if you notice a spot that is different from others, or that changes, itches, or bleeds. The AAD also notes that medications and medical conditions can play a role in dry, irritated skin, so ask your doctor or pharmacist if dryness is new or getting worse.

8 picks and who each one suits

1. Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream, Fragrance-Free, 1.7 oz

   Best for: Women who want a rich, fragrance-free cream aimed at firmness and fine lines.

   The listing describes a fragrance-free face cream with niacinamide and hyaluronic acid that absorbs quickly with no sticky residue, and says it is free of fragrance, synthetic dyes, phthalates and parabens. Olay says it can be used in a day and night routine. The firming and wrinkle claims are Olay's own test results, which we did not check. The listing notes that packaging may vary.

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2. Eucerin Q10 Anti-Wrinkle Face Cream, Unscented, 1.7 oz Jar

   Best for: Sensitive skin that needs a cream with no fragrance, alcohol or dye.

   The listing says this face cream is fragrance, alcohol and dye free, can be used alone or under make-up, and is gentle and non-irritating. It says the cream helps reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles in as little as 5 weeks with twice daily use. That timing is the maker's claim. The title says unscented, so check the label if you want a product marked fragrance free.

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3. L'Oreal Paris Collagen Daily Face Moisturizer, 1.7 oz

   Best for: Women who want a light, quick-absorbing cream for face and chest.

   The listing calls this a day and night face and chest cream that is lightweight, non-greasy and absorbs quickly without a sticky film, for all skin types including sensitive skin. It says the cream helps fill in the look of lines and wrinkles. The listing does not say whether it is fragrance free, so read the label before you buy if scent bothers you.

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4. RoC Retinol Correxion Max Daily Hydration Face Moisturizer, Fragrance-Free, 1.7 oz

   Best for: Women who want retinol in a daily fragrance-free cream.

   The listing says this fragrance-free cream is made with glycerin, retinol and hyaluronic acid, is oil-free and non-comedogenic, and is gentle enough for daily use. It claims 48 hours of hydration and visibly fewer lines and wrinkles in 1 week, which are the maker's claims. The AAD says to add one new anti-aging product at a time, so start slowly if retinol is new to you.

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5. La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer, 3.38 oz

   Best for: Easily irritated skin, with a simple oil-free, fragrance-free cream.

   The listing describes a daily face cream with glycerin, niacinamide and ceramide-3, oil free and fragrance free, with a lightweight cream texture that absorbs quickly and is non-comedogenic and safe for sensitive skin. It claims 48 hours of moisture. The listing does not mention use under makeup. This listing is the plain version, not the matte or UV versions.

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6. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream Face Moisturizer + Trial Cleanser, 2 pk

   Best for: Women who find creams heavy and want a gel-cream feel.

   The listing describes a water-like gel cream for normal to dry skin, alcohol and fragrance free, with hyaluronic acid and 48-hour hydration. It says the formula is allergy-tested and noncomedogenic. This link is a two-pack with a trial-size cleanser, not the jar alone. The AAD says someone with dry skin should start with a cream or ointment, so this one suits you best if your skin is only mildly dry.

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7. Burt's Bees Renewal Firming Moisturizing Cream, Fragrance Free, 1.8 oz

   Best for: Women who prefer a natural-origin cream without retinol.

   The listing describes a fragrance-free firming face cream with bakuchiol, which it calls a gentle, natural retinol alternative, in a 99 percent natural origin formula made without parabens, phthalates, petrolatum or SLS. It says to smooth it over face and neck after cleansing and that it can be used day and night. The listing gives no moisture or wrinkle test data to check.

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8. Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream Daily Moisturizer, 4.5% Squalane, 1.7 fl oz

   Best for: Normal to dry skin that wants a fragrance-free cream for morning and evening.

   The listing says this lightweight, fragrance-free cream has 4.5% squalane, Glacial Glycoprotein and pro-ceramides, and works morning and night, so you do not need a separate day cream and night cream. It says to wear it under foundation and gives a 72-hour hydration claim from the maker's study. The listing is for the 1.7 fl oz size, and other sizes exist.

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Frequently asked questions

Should a woman over 60 use a cream or a lotion on her face?

The American Academy of Dermatology says dermatologist Rebecca Kazin advises a cream-based moisturizer for everyone 50 and older, and that creams add more moisture to the skin than lotions. A gel can feel lighter if your skin is only slightly dry.

What ingredients should I look for in a face moisturizer for mature skin?

The AAD says a moisturizer with hyaluronic acid or glycerin can be especially helpful for dry skin after menopause. It also says to choose fragrance-free products, since fragrance can irritate your skin.

Is fragrance free the same as unscented?

No. The AAD says unscented products generally contain a chemical that covers up the smell of other ingredients, and that unscented products can irritate dry skin. Products without fragrance say fragrance free on the package.

When is the best time to put on face moisturizer?

The AAD says to apply a creamy, fragrance-free moisturizer formulated for dry skin within 3 minutes of bathing and throughout the day, while a bit of water is still on your skin.

Can an anti-aging cream give the results of a facelift?

No. The AAD says anti-aging skin care products deliver modest results and that you cannot get the results of a facelift from a cream. Read before-and-after claims in listings as the maker's own.

How we chose

This guide is desk research. We read the American Academy of Dermatology's moisturizer and age-specific skin care pages, then read each Amazon listing for the cream's texture, ingredients and the maker's own claims. We did not test any of these products; the notes describe what each listing says, not how a cream feels or performs on your skin. We chose eight creams to cover dry, sensitive, lined and combination-leaning skin, and we left out night creams and anything sold mainly for sun protection.

At time of writing (November 9, 2026), every "Check price on Amazon" button on this page went to an exact Amazon listing that was new and in stock. Sellers, sizes and packaging change, so confirm the details on the listing before you buy.

Sources

• American Academy of Dermatology: How to pick the right moisturizer for your skin
• American Academy of Dermatology: How to care for your skin in your 60s and 70s
• American Academy of Dermatology: Caring for your skin in menopause
• American Academy of Dermatology: How to select anti-aging skin care products

Related guides

• Moisturizers for mature skin: more options across textures.
• Fragrance-free moisturizers: if scent is the first thing to avoid.
• Night creams for women in their 60s: the evening half of the routine.
• Winter moisturizers for skin over 50: richer picks for cold, dry air.
• Face moisturizers for women over 70: richer, gentler creams for very dry skin.