Feuchtigkeitscremes für Gesicht, Tag & Nacht | Vixxar

The Last Step in Your Routine Is the One That Protects Everything Beneath It - by Vixxar

You apply your serum. You apply your moisturiser. Three hours later your skin feels dry. The serum cost more than the moisturiser. The moisturiser smelled luxurious and felt beautiful for the first thirty minutes. What happened is simple: the moisturiser did not seal. It provided surface hydration that evaporated instead of locking in the Hyaluronic Acid beneath it. A moisturiser that does not contain the right combination of humectants, emollients, and occlusives cannot prevent transepidermal water loss - and transepidermal water loss is the mechanism that makes skin dry. Not a lack of water applied to the surface. Water leaving through the barrier faster than it is replaced. Vixxar face moisturisers are formulated around the three-function model. Humectants - Hyaluronic Acid and plant glycerin - that draw water into the skin and hold it there. Emollients - plant ceramides, Shea Butter, and botanical lipids - that nourish the barrier structure and keep it supple. Occlusives - Squalane and plant-derived sealing agents - that form the surface film that prevents water leaving the skin throughout the day or overnight. This is why Vixxar moisturisers provide comfort that lasts 8-12 hours rather than 2-3. Not because they feel heavier - the Lightweight Gel Moisturiser is absorbed in 60 seconds and leaves no residue. Because they address the mechanism of moisture loss rather than temporarily covering it. Made in Europe, trusted by customers across the USA, UK, and Europe who stopped reapplying moisturiser mid-afternoon.

Choose Your Vixxar Moisturiser for Lasting Barrier Protection

• Very dry or barrier-compromised skin: Vixxar Rich Barrier Cream - the most intensive barrier repair in the Vixxar range for skin that cannot retain moisture
• Oily, combination, or acne-prone skin: Vixxar Lightweight Gel Moisturiser - water-based sealing without any added oil or comedogenic risk
• Normal to combination day use: Vixxar Daily Hydrating Cream - balanced all-day hydration under SPF and makeup for the skin that does not need intensive repair or oil-control
• Evening and overnight repair: Vixxar Regenerating Night Cream - Bakuchiol and Squalane for richer overnight barrier renewal during the skin's repair window
• Mature skin requiring firming: Vixxar Peptide and Hyaluronic Acid Day Cream - structural collagen support with all-day lasting hydration in one step
• Sensitive or reactive skin: Vixxar Fragrance-Free Soothing Cream - barrier repair without a single known irritant for skin that reacts to conventional moisturisers

Humectants. Emollients. Occlusives. COSMOS-Certified.

Every Vixxar face moisturiser carries COSMOS certification, independently verified by ECOCERT. Free from petrolatum, mineral oil, synthetic fragrance, parabens, and drying alcohols. Humectant, emollient, and occlusive function in every formula for moisture retention that lasts a full day or overnight. Made in Europe to strict EU cosmetic safety standards. 100% vegan and cruelty-free - no lanolin, no beeswax, no tallow, no animal-derived Squalane. Dermatologically tested for all skin types including sensitive, dry, oily, and mature. The moisturiser that seals what your routine delivers.

More from Vixxar

• Face Serums - Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C and Peptides
• Best Skincare for Dry Skin - Barrier Repair and Deep Hydration
• Natural Anti-Aging Skincare - Bakuchiol, Peptides and Vitamin C
• Sensitive Skin Care - Fragrance-Free and COSMOS-Certified
• Organic Facial Oil - Best Face Oil for Glow and Radiance
• Bestsellers - Top Rated Skincare and Haircare

Shipping and Delivery

• USA: 2-5 business days after dispatch (+ up to 2 days processing) - free shipping on orders over $40
• UK: 4-7 business days after dispatch (+ up to 2 days processing) - free shipping available
• Europe: 2-9 business days depending on country (+ up to 2 days processing) - free shipping on orders over €35
• Express shipping available for most EU countries and UK - approximately 1 business day after dispatch, available at checkout

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I skip moisturiser if my serum is hydrating enough?

No. A hydrating serum - even Vixxar Hyaluronic Acid Serum - draws and holds water but does not seal the surface. Without a moisturiser over the top, the water the serum attracted evaporates through the unsealed surface within 1-2 hours. The serum and moisturiser work together: the serum delivers humectant hydration, the moisturiser seals it in. Skipping the moisturiser leaves the serum partially effective at best.

Should moisturiser be applied to damp or dry skin?

Apply Vixxar moisturiser while the skin is still slightly damp from toner or serum - not wet, but not completely dry. The residual moisture enhances humectant activity and improves the moisturiser's ability to draw additional water into the skin as it sets. Applying to completely dry skin reduces the humectant effectiveness of the Hyaluronic Acid in the formula.

Is a heavier moisturiser always better for dry skin?

No. Weight and texture indicate emollient content but do not directly correlate with how effectively moisture is retained. A lighter moisturiser with strong occlusive ingredients - like Squalane - can outperform a heavy cream without occlusive function for long-term moisture retention. Vixxar Rich Barrier Cream is heavier because it contains higher ceramide-equivalent and Shea Butter content for dry skin - not simply because heavier feels more effective.

Can moisturiser cause milia?

Yes - heavy moisturisers with petrolatum or wax-based occlusives applied around the eye area or on skin prone to milia can trap dead cells beneath the surface and contribute to milia formation. Vixxar face moisturisers use plant-derived Squalane rather than petrolatum as the primary occlusive - which seals without the comedogenic risk associated with mineral oil and petrolatum-based formulas. Use Vixxar Peptide Eye Cream specifically around the eye area rather than face moisturiser.

How much moisturiser should I apply?

A pea-sized amount is sufficient for the full face with Vixxar cream formulas. A slightly larger amount - two pea-sizes - for Vixxar gel moisturiser which spreads more thinly. Applying more than necessary does not increase effectiveness and can contribute to pilling under SPF or makeup. Spread Vixxar moisturiser in gentle upward pressing motions rather than rubbing to avoid friction on the skin surface.

Can I use the same moisturiser in summer and winter?

For some skin types, yes - for others, seasonal switching is beneficial. Dry and sensitive skin often benefits from Vixxar Daily Hydrating Cream in summer and Vixxar Rich Barrier Cream in winter when cold air and central heating significantly accelerate transepidermal water loss. Oily skin typically uses Vixxar Lightweight Gel Moisturiser year-round. The key indicator is whether your skin remains comfortable for 6-8 hours after application - if not in winter, switch to a richer formula.

Does moisturiser expire?

Yes. Vixxar moisturisers display a period-after-opening symbol indicating optimal use period - typically 6-12 months after opening depending on the formula. Plant-derived active ingredients including Bakuchiol, Vitamin C derivatives, and botanical extracts degrade over time once exposed to air and light. Store Vixxar moisturisers in a cool, dark place with the lid firmly closed after each use to maximise active potency throughout the use period.

Is it safe to use Vixxar moisturiser on the neck and decolletage?

Yes - and it is strongly recommended. The neck and decolletage age at the same rate as the face but receive a fraction of the skincare attention. Extending Vixxar Daily Hydrating Cream or Rich Barrier Cream to the neck and upper chest as part of your morning and evening routine delivers the same barrier protection and active benefits to areas that are equally visible and frequently neglected.

Seal in everything your skin has absorbed. Explore the full Vixxar moisturiser range in the bestsellers collection.