This water cream is the talk of the town on the beauty scene, and for good reason. Charlotte Tilbury’s Magic Cream has been a sell-out success, beloved by both skincare beginners and industry insiders for 10 years and counting. This long-awaited gel-based, fragrance-free version blends moisture boosters, oil balancers and radiance givers to restore harmony to your skin and uncover the ultimate glow.

 Shop Charlotte Tilbury Magic Water Cream at Charlotte Tilbury, £79

Always dewy, never greasy: excess oils are under control with this oil-free formula that uses Japanese leopard lily to assist in cell turnover and clarify the skin. A fermented complex of rice, algae and green tea gets to work to uncover next-level radiance.

Shop Tatcha The Water Cream at Tatcha, £67

This water cream uses three actions to hydrate the skin. It increases ceramides, distributes water evenly across the skin’s layers and locks in moisture. But before it gets to work, AHA-rich raspberry extract assists in removing dead skin cells and paves the way to seamless hydration.

Shop Ulé Fraîche Cloud Hydra Fortifying Water Cream at Space NK, £53

This lightweight gel formula gifts a comfortable cooling sensation on application. It delivers a juicy cocktail of brightening plums and a highly productive dose of hyaluronic acid to awaken the skin and restore a bouncy glow. A balancing formula supports your microbiome for more resilient skin. 

Shop Glow Recipe Plum Plump Hyaluronic Cream at Cult Beauty, £35

This formula will reawaken your face like an energy drink for your skin. It uses replenishing electrolytes and hyaluronic acid to revive and recharge your complexion. The result is lasting hydration and glowing radiance that looks like you have had your eight hours of shut-eye.

Shop StriVectin Re-Quench Water Cream at Sephora, £45

This active formula is for acne or blemish-prone skin, and works for both teenagers and adults. Its clarifying, oil-free formula addresses common acne-related skincare concerns like excess oil production, blemishes and hyper-pigmentation. It supports your skin’s microbiome with prebiotics, refines with niacinamide and brightens with vitamin C. 

Shop Oskia Violet Water Hydra Gel at Lookfantastic, £52

This water cream provides the ultimate comfort for drier skin types. Its lightweight, refreshing formula sinks into the skin and absorbs without leaving any residue. Pure hyaluronic acid and pollution-shielding technology protect the skin and offer lasting hydration.

Shop No7 HydraLuminous Water Surge Gel Cream Drier Skin at Boots, £14.95

Pillow-plump your skin with this featherweight formula. It places an invisible veil over skin, using hyaluronic acid to offer a hydration hit and amino acids and ceramides to protect the skin against external aggressors. Plus, a dose of vitamins from pineapple enzymes reveals a smooth and radiant finish. Wear it on its own or under make-up for the ultimate base.

Shop Summer Fridays Cloud Dew Oil-Free Gel Cream Moisturizer at Cult Beauty, £45

Press the reset button on dehydrated skin with this wonderfully watery formula. A clever hyaluronic acid complex draws pure moisture from the environment and injects skin with an ongoing burst of hydration. Including ceramides ensures water stays locked in, and fine lines appear less pronounced. 

Shop Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream at Lookfantastic, £45

Like silk in a jar, this soft formula blends seamlessly over the skin and absorbs without a trace to deliver new moisture levels. When used in the morning, it will awaken your skin and restore a natural radiance. It is an ideal choice if you have sensitive skin. 

Shop Vichy Aqualia Thermal Gel Cream Hydrating Moisturiser at Boots, £24.50