November 2, 2026

Face Moisturizer for Dry, Sensitive Skin: Physiogel Daily Moisture Therapy Guide

Dry, tight, sensitive-feeling skin needs a moisturizer that supports the skin barrier. See how Physiogel Daily Moisture Therapy Hydrating Facial Cream and the Calming Relief line fit dry skin, redness from dryness and everyday use.

Quick answer: For dry, sensitive skin, start with Physiogel Daily Moisture Therapy Hydrating Facial Cream.

• Its BioMimic Technology™ uses essential lipids similar to those in the skin's outermost layer to strengthen and replenish the skin barrier.
• It provides 72 hours of long-lasting hydration and is clinically shown to strengthen the skin's natural moisture barrier by 101% in 12 days.
• It is hypoallergenic, dermatologist-tested, non-comedogenic and formulated without fragrances or colorants.
• It suits the whole family, ages 3 and up. The 150 mL (5.1 fl. oz.) jar is USD 23.99, and the 75 mL (2.5 fl. oz.) jar is USD 17.99.

Dry, sensitive skin often feels tight because its moisture barrier struggles to hold on to water. A good moisturizer for this skin type needs to do more than add a quick layer of hydration. It should help strengthen the barrier so moisture stays in. Physiogel started in Germany in 1847, and its moisturizers are built around barrier care. They are sold at dermatology clinics worldwide.

What dry, sensitive skin needs from a moisturizer

• Barrier support: look for lipids such as ceramides, which help strengthen and protect the skin's moisture barrier.
• Long-lasting hydration: a good moisturizer keeps skin comfortable for hours, not just right after you apply it.
• A gentle formula: fragrance-free, hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic formulas suit skin that reacts easily.

Apply moisturizer right after washing, while your skin is still slightly damp, to help lock in moisture.

Why Physiogel Daily Moisture Therapy Hydrating Facial Cream

BioMimic Technology™. The cream contains a complex of essential lipids similar to those in the outermost layer of skin. These lipids help strengthen and replenish the skin barrier and lock in moisture, so skin feels soft, smooth and less sensitive from dryness.

Clinically shown results.

Gentle for the whole family. It is hypoallergenic, dermatologist-tested and non-comedogenic, and it is formulated without fragrances or colorants. It is suitable for everyone ages 3 and up.

Key ingredients

Is your skin also red from dryness? Try Calming Relief

If dryness leaves your skin red, itchy or irritated, Physiogel's Calming Relief line adds Palmitamide MEA (PEA), a naturally soothing lipid compound known to help relieve visible redness and protect against irritation caused by dryness. Both products use the same BioMimic Technology™.

• Calming Relief Redness Relieving Cream: a rich, creamy day cream. It is clinically proven to help reduce redness in 7 days, increased skin hydration by 39% in 7 days, and strengthened the skin's natural moisture barrier by 80% in 5 days.
• Calming Relief Redness Relieving Lotion: a lightweight, quickly absorbed lotion for face and body. It is clinically proven to help reduce redness in sensitive skin in 7 days, increased skin hydration by 42% in 7 days, and strengthened the skin's natural moisture barrier by 81% in 5 days.

Compare Physiogel moisturizers

Prices are regular prices at LG Beauty (October 2026). Physiogel is also sold at the PHYSIOGEL store on Amazon.

How to use it

Physiogel products work best when used together, from cleanser to serum to cream, with sunscreen as the last step in the morning.

1. Cleanse. Massage a dime-size amount of Calming Relief Gentle Foaming Gel (180 mL, 6.1 fl. oz.) onto your face and rinse with lukewarm water. This hypoallergenic, low-pH, sulfate-free cleanser turns from gel to foam to minimize physical irritation.
2. Add a serum if you use one. Apply it to clean skin and massage until absorbed. If your skin also looks dull, try Scienceuticals Dailimune Ampoule Serum (30 mL, 1.0 fl. oz.), a vitamin C serum with 8% Ace Vita Complex™ that helps skin look brighter.
3. Moisturize. Apply Daily Moisture Therapy Hydrating Facial Cream to your face and neck, morning and evening, or whenever skin feels dry.
4. Protect, in the morning. Finish with Daily Moisture Therapy Barrier Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50.

Trying a new product? Test it on a small area of skin for a few days before using it all over your face.

In the morning, finish with Barrier Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50

Daily Moisture Therapy Barrier Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50 brings the same BioMimic Technology™ to your daytime routine, so it helps strengthen the skin's natural barrier while it protects. It is a 100% zinc mineral sunscreen with a mild formula for sensitive skin, water-resistant for 40 minutes and fragrance- and paraben-free. It is 50 mL (1.7 fl. oz.) at USD 23.99.

Apply it liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure. Reapply after 40 minutes of swimming or sweating, immediately after towel drying, and at least every 2 hours. For children under 6 months of age, ask a doctor.

FAQ

Which Physiogel moisturizer is best for dry, sensitive skin?

Start with Daily Moisture Therapy Hydrating Facial Cream. It provides 72 hours of long-lasting hydration and strengthens the skin's natural moisture barrier. If your skin also turns red from dryness, try Calming Relief Redness Relieving Cream.

Are Physiogel moisturizers fragrance-free and safe for pores?

Yes, all Daily Moisture Therapy and Calming Relief products are fragrance-free, colorant-free, and non-comedogenic (won't clog pores).

Can children use it?

Yes. Daily Moisture Therapy Hydrating Facial Cream is simple and safe moisturization for the whole family, ages 3 and up.

Should I use a cream or a lotion?

Choose the cream if your face feels very dry and you like a richer texture. Choose the Calming Relief lotion if you prefer a lighter feel or want one product for face and body.

Is there a Physiogel moisturizer for the body?

Yes. Daily Moisture Therapy Hydrating Lotion is a lightweight, quickly absorbed body lotion with the same BioMimic Technology™ and key ingredients as the facial cream. It provides 72 hours of long-lasting hydration and is clinically shown to increase skin's hydration level by 114% instantly. It is 400 mL (13.5 fl. oz.) at USD 24.99, for ages 3 and up.