Rank 01
Barrier rescue
CeraVe
Moisturising Cream
Score8.9/10
Price$22
WhereChemist Warehouse
Dermatologist-developed ceramide cream. Fragrance-free, 50% of Australian bathroom counters have it.
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Best of winter 2026.
Melbourne and Tasmania winters aren't Aspen but they dry out skin faster than summer does. Six products that rebuild the barrier and add glow when the sun isn't doing it.
Verdict
What is best of winter 2026?
The best winter 2026 in Australia is the CeraVe Moisturising Cream at AU$22. CeraVe Moisturising Cream is the winter skin rescue. Scored 8.9/10 by GLOW editors after testing against 6 products in the category.
- Barrier rescueCeraVe Moisturising Cream, AU$228.9/10
- Premium moisturiserAesop Primrose Facial Hydrating Cream, AU$958.5/10
- Gradual glowEco Tan Winter Skin, AU$458.9/10
- Night repairKiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate, AU$888.9/10
Editor's Pick
CeraVe Moisturising Cream
CeraVe Moisturising Cream is the winter skin rescue. Ceramides + hyaluronic + fatty acids repair the barrier that cold air strips. $22 at Chemist Warehouse. Your bathroom should have three tubs.
$22 AUD
Shop at Chemist Warehouse| Rank | Product | Best for | Score | Price | Shop |
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| 01 | CeraVe Moisturising CreamCeraVe · Moisturiser | Barrier rescue | 8.9/10 | AU$22 | Chemist Warehouse |
| 02 | Aesop Primrose Facial Hydrating CreamAesop · Moisturiser | Premium moisturiser | 8.5/10 | AU$95 | Adore Beauty |
| 03 | Eco Tan Winter SkinEco Tan · Gradual lotion | Gradual glow | 8.9/10 | AU$45 | Adore Beauty |
| 04 | Kiehl's Midnight Recovery ConcentrateKiehl's · Serum | Night repair | 8.9/10 | AU$88 | Adore Beauty |
| 05 | Vida Glow Natural Marine CollagenVida Glow · Collagen | Inner beauty | 9.0/10 | AU$55 | Adore Beauty |
| 06 | Olaplex No. 3 Hair PerfectorOlaplex · Treatment | Hair winter | 9.3/10 | AU$58 | Adore Beauty |
The Ranking
From 6 tested
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Rank 02
Premium moisturiserAesop
Primrose Facial Hydrating Cream
Score8.5/10Price$95WhereAdore BeautyAussie botanical icon. Rich but non-comedogenic, primrose oil + sodium PCA, distinct herbal scent.
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Rank 03
Gradual glowEco Tan
Winter Skin
Score8.9/10Price$45WhereAdore BeautyCOSMOS-organic, Aussie-made gradual that moisturises first and tans second. The dermatologist-recommended option.
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Rank 04
Night repairKiehl's
Midnight Recovery Concentrate
Score8.9/10Price$88WhereAdore BeautyLavender-scented night oil with squalane. Applied last in PM routine; repairs overnight.
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Rank 05
Inner beautyVida Glow
Natural Marine Collagen
Score9.0/10Price$55WhereAdore BeautyAussie-founded marine collagen powder. Flavourless, 3g per sachet, the cult pick for visible skin + hair results.
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Rank 06
Hair winterOlaplex
No. 3 Hair Perfector
Score9.3/10Price$58WhereAdore BeautyThe bond-builder that started a category. Weekly pre-shower treatment for chemically-treated hair.
6
products tested
8 weeks
Review period
3
Skin types tested
47
Humidity readings
Common questions
Should I change my skincare for winter?
Swap gel moisturiser for cream, add a night oil, keep SPF (UV still matters on cloudy days).
Why is my skin drier in winter?
Cold air holds less moisture. Indoor heating strips it further. Hot showers finish the job. Moisturise twice daily.
Can I use retinol in winter?
Yes, often better tolerated in winter than summer. Dry air does mean more moisturiser after application.
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