The 16 Best Budget-Friendly Moisturizers to Shop on Amazon (2024)

Although it’s oil-free, this moisturizer is still rich and nourishing enough to keep skin hydrated for up to 24 hours (thank its built-in hydrators like vitamin E, niacinamide, and squalane).

One satisfied customer writes: "This is the best moisturizer I have ever used. It is light, it feels fantastic as I apply it on my face, it gives my skin a glow, I love it!!" —Carolyn R.

This lightweight moisturizer is like a cold drink of water for your face. It's packed with hyaluronic acid to plump skin right away while feeling weightless—making it ideal for oily skin.

One satisfied customer writes: "This has been my go to moisturizer for years! It's amazing! I have very sensitive skin and have bad reactions to lots of products. My face is fairly dry, and most products I've used in the past to help with this have left my face super oily and greasy. This moisturizer is beyond lightweight and melts right into the skin. It actually hydrates and leaves my skin feeling fresh and smooth. I am also an excessive sweater and don't wear a lot of products because I usually sweat it all off, but this product actually stays on. I recommend this product to friends and family every chance I get!" —Shaelyn M.

Featuring skin-plumping peptides, Olay Regenerist Whip Face Moisturizer is just the sort of multi-tasking product we need for busy mornings. No wonder it's one of the most beloved face creams of all time.

One satisfied customer writes: "Great product for price. Can see visible difference in skin in few days. Great value and price." —Anonymous

Made with snail mucin, which is said to help restore the skin barrier, this K-Beauty face cream soothes every skin type—from acne-prone to sensitive.

One satisfied customer writes: "This stuff is wonderful. I am noticing my skin is very soft and helping with the dryness. At first, I was a little grossed out by it but I have to say I got over it and absolutely love the stuff. i’ll definitely continue to buy and use. I think it’s great. I also shared with my aesthetician. She was a little surprised, but she said her daughter was using it to, and said yes, it was a very good product." —Robina

This is an eye cream...for your face. Though it sounds a bit confusing, the concept from South Korea is actually genius. Eye creams tend to be richer and ultra-gentle, so why not smear it all over your face? We love to apply a thick layer before bed when our skin feels really flaky.

One satisfied customer writes: "One of my favorite K-drama actress swears by it and she is stunning. I figure why not! This was so nice, no strong smell, works well under makeup, and no irritation. I have really sensitive eyes and can’t really used a lot of creams around the eye. This one was perfect without adding any milia or bumps." —

This ultra-lightweight cream contains ingredients shea butter and neurosensine to heal redness and irritation and provide sensitive skin the perfect amount of hydration.

One satisfied customer writes: "I had bad acne, and after using their acne product was left with dry skin (to be expected!). I wanted something that would last longer and keep my skin moisturized. This has been awesome. It has no scent, and is not oily. It lasts a long time and you don't need a lot to keep it on. I love the locking mechanism of the product, it is nice for traveling." —Emma

This vegan, cruelty-free, and pretty-clean moisturizer is best for dry skin to use either morning or night. It's rich and makes skin look plump right away, but it won't make skin feel overly slick.

One satisfied customer writes: "I love this whole line from versed. It’s my entire skincare routine. It makes me skin so so soft. It works well. I will be buying again!" —kristin

This anti-aging face cream cools skin by two degrees, leaving you feeling refreshed and ready to drift off to sleep. After a few weeks, you'll notice smoother, brighter, and more supple skin thanks to vitamin E and antioxidants that help with cell turnover.

One satisfied customer writes: "I started the midnight line about three weeks ago and I've taken about seven years off my face. I love this stuff I've already ordered two more just to have when I run out or the price shoots up. I keep it in my mini fridge and a little goes a very long way." —Tink82

The original drugstore retinol, this fragrance-free cream is perfect for newbies to the powerhouse anti-aging ingredient. It gently stimulates collagen production to make wrinkles and spots look less noticeable as soon as just one week.

One satisfied customer writes: "After using many face cream products, I am now using this. Makes face and neck feel soft and smooth. Not greasy. Plan on using this again and again." —GE

The acne-fighting power of Differin—which was once only available by prescription—is now conveniently available as a daytime moisturizer with SPF 30. It not only protects skin against UV rays, but also helps absorb excess oil that can contribute to future breakouts.

One satisfied customer writes: "My skin is simultaneously super oily and super dry. This moisturizer helps balance both. There is a light scent of sunscreen but goes away pretty quickly." —Zero

Here's a moisturizer for those who can't stand the feeling of beauty products on their skin. Olay's Regenerist Whip combines all the anti-aging power of its original formula in a new and improved barely-there texture.

One satisfied customer writes: "This is a wonderful moisturizer and the one I have been using for many years. I like that it is light but it does a great job as a moisturizer. My face doesn't feel greasy after I use it and it is very effective for fine lines. It has a light fragrance which is not over powering. Olay is a brand that I trust and recommend." —Hanna D.

This super-basic yet effective hyaluronic acid and peptide face cream softens skin without leaving behind any residue, so you can move right on to makeup.

One satisfied customer writes: "This holy hydration cream creates an oasis of soft silky skin. It’s never oily. It soaks in as quickly as you put it on your face. The price is great! I’ve been using this skin cream for about two years and have no desire to stop using it. You have got to try it!" —Teresa B., RN

Aloe and green tea join forces in this gel-cream from Versed, made specifically for ultra dewy skin. All you need is a peanut-size amount to hydrate your face, neck, and chest.

One satisfied customer writes: "It is a great lightweight moisturizer. It absorbs quickly and is great under makeup." —KC

Board-certified dermatologist Marisa Garshick says Vanicream's Daily Facial Moisturizer is a great pick for just about any skin type. Its lightweight formula contains key ingredients like hyaluronic acid and ceramides to support the skin barrier but still absorbs easily. As an added bonus, it's also fragrance-, paraben-, lanolin-, and suflate-free.

One satisfied customer writes: "I tried Vanicream because I had redness on my face, and was even about to look for serums to help me with this issue. In one use of this product, I had little to no redness. As someone who had flares from simply rubbing their face, this a wonderful product that I would 100 percent endorse." —Kat

When it comes to a moisturizer known for its calming and soothing properties, Garshick counts this one from Aveeno as one of the best. It contains prebiotic oat, feverfew, and restorative centella asiatica to help reduce inflammation while boosting hydration.

One satisfied customer writes: "This is a nice moisturizer. Not greasy. Not too heavy. Doesn't irritate my skin. Doesn't have much of a fragrance. Perfect!" —Marty D.

Garshick adds that Vaseline's tried-and-true Original Healing Jelly pretty much does it all when it comes to moisture (especially in colder months). Its formula provides a protective barrier from external irritants, and happens to be a slugging staple for many skincare enthusiasts.

One satisfied customer writes: "Excellent moisture for your skin! Great value!" —Erna F.