Strengthening Moisturizers

Seal in hydration and strengthen your barrier with luxurious formulas—from lightweight daily creams to deeply nourishing overnight treatments.

  • Bestseller
    100%
    saw a highly significant improvement in skin hydration
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    Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream

    Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream

    10 age-defying benefits in 1 cream. A retinol alternative for radiant, plump skin.
  • Bestseller
    100%
    showed significant improvement in skin moisture instantly
    True Botanicals Renew Chebula Extreme Cream in a deep amber glass jar with a dark lid and gold logo, shown on a transparent background with an ELLE 2022 Green Beauty Stars badge.

    Chebula Extreme Cream

    Chebula Extreme Cream

    An anti-aging moisturizer that hydrates, softens, evens tone—without pore-clogging waxes.
  • 100%
    said product is breathable on the skin
    Ginger Turmeric HydraGlow Cream

    Ginger Turmeric HydraGlow Cream

    Ginger Turmeric HydraGlow Cream

    A supercharged, yet unbelievably lightweight gel moisturizer that floods the skin with a burst of antioxidants and 24-hour hydration for your most luminous
  • 100%
    said their hands felt significantly softer, smoother, and immediately more hydrated
    chebula the hand cream

    Chebula The Hand Cream

    Chebula The Hand Cream

    A cream that works as hard as your hands—powered by Chebula.

About Moisturizers

A good moisturizer does more than hydrate, it seals in your serum, strengthens your skin barrier, and determines how radiant your skin looks all day. 


True Botanicals' face moisturizers are formulated without pore-clogging waxes, silicones, or synthetic fillers—just clinically proven, MADE SAFE® certified botanicals that build genuinely healthier skin over time.


For a rich, anti-aging daily cream, the bestselling Chebula Extreme Cream delivers instant, intense hydration powered by chebula, a cascading antioxidant with 60% bioactivity, without the heavy texture or pore congestion of traditional moisturizers. 100% of participants showed significant improvement in skin moisture instantly in clinical testing. 


Paired with the Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream, True Botanicals offers a complete retinol-alternative moisturizing system: Peptilium®, clinically proven to work 2x faster and better than traditional retinol, delivers 10 age-defying benefits in one cream, with 100% of participants showing a highly significant improvement in hydration and 94% seeing visibly transformed skin in a six-week clinical study.


For skin that needs a burst of lightweight, all-day hydration without heaviness, the Ginger Turmeric HydraGlow Cream is a gel moisturizer that delivers 24-hour hydration, absorbs instantly under makeup, and is formulated with Milk Thistle (a breathable occlusive that locks in moisture without clogging pores), Ginger & Turmeric, and Tonka Bean Ferment for a luminous, calmed complexion. In clinical testing, 100% of participants said skin looked more radiant and glowy, and 100% said the formula was breathable on the skin. 


Complete the routine with the Chebula The Hand Cream, where 100% of participants said their hands felt significantly softer, smoother, and more hydrated immediately.

FAQs

What makes True Botanicals face moisturizers different?

True Botanicals face moisturizers are formulated without pore-clogging waxes, silicones, or synthetic fillers—every formula is MADE SAFE® certified, independently screened against 15,000+ known toxins, and clinically tested to prove results. What sets them apart from most clean moisturizers is the use of high-performance botanical actives, like Chebula, a cascading antioxidant with 60% bioactivity, and Peptilium®, clinically proven to outperform traditional retinol, rather than filler-forward formulas that hydrate without treating. All True Botanicals moisturizers are pregnancy-safe and vegan.

What is the best face moisturizer for anti-aging?

The best True Botanicals face moisturizer for anti-aging is the Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream, powered by Peptilium®, a plant-based ingredient clinically proven to work 2x faster and better than traditional retinol without irritation. In a six-week clinical study, 100% of participants saw a highly significant improvement in hydration, 97% said skin felt smoother and softer, 94% said skin looked brighter and more radiant, and 94% said skin appeared more plump and bouncy. It's safe for sensitive skin, pregnancy safe, and MADE SAFE® certified—named an ELLE Beauty Icon 2023.

What is the best moisturizer for dry skin?

The best True Botanicals moisturizer for dry skin is the Chebula Extreme Cream—a rich, deeply nourishing cream powered by chebula that delivers extreme hydration without pore-clogging waxes.

What is the best moisturizer for oily or combination skin?

The best True Botanicals moisturizer for oily or combination skin is the Ginger Turmeric HydraGlow Cream, a gel-cream that delivers 24-hour hydration without heaviness, silicones, or pore-clogging waxes. Milk Thistle acts as a breathable occlusive that locks in moisture without congesting pores. It also layers seamlessly under makeup and SPF.

What is the difference between the Chebula Extreme Cream and the Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream? 

The Chebula Extreme Cream and the Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream are both anti-aging moisturizers, but they target different needs. 

The Chebula Extreme Cream is denser in texture and focused on deep, restorative hydration and barrier repair—ideal for dry skin, barrier damage, or cold/dry climates. 

The Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream has a velvety, fast-absorbing texture and is formulated specifically for anti-aging—targeting fine lines, dark spots, firmness, and skin tone with Peptilium®, a plant-based retinol alternative clinically proven to outperform traditional retinol. Both are MADE SAFE® certified and pregnancy safe.

Does True Botanicals have a retinol cream that doesn't cause irritation?

Yes—the True Botanicals Phyto-Retinol Advanced Clinical Cream is a non-irritating retinol alternative powered by Peptilium®, clinically proven in a head-to-head study to work 2x faster and better than traditional retinol without the redness, peeling, or barrier disruption. Unlike conventional retinol creams, Peptilium® actually improves skin barrier function, so it can be used twice daily from day one, no purge period, no sun sensitivity, and safe for sensitive skin and pregnancy.

Are True Botanicals face creams safe during pregnancy?

 Yes! True Botanicals face moisturizers are pregnancy safe, MADE SAFE® certified, and Sorette Approved, meaning each formula is independently screened against ingredients linked to reproductive, developmental, and endocrine toxicity.

When should I apply moisturizer in my skincare routine? 

Moisturizer is the final step in your True Botanicals skincare routine—applied after cleansing, essence, serum, and face oil, morning and evening. Apply a pearl-sized amount to face, neck, and chest. In the morning, follow with SPF. 

Because True Botanicals moisturizers are formulated without occlusive waxes or silicones, they absorb quickly without interfering with other layers. 

For dry skin, applying a face oil underneath the cream helps drive hydration deeper and extends its effect throughout the day.