13 Moisturisers To Choose From Under INR 1,500 For All Seasons

A personal favourite, the shea, body butter is something that always reminds me of winter. Even though I tend to use it throughout the year! It's super moisturising, easy to work with, and despite being of a thicker consistency than most body butters I've used, it does not clog pores. Hydration stays for long, up to a good 14 hours which I humbly appreciate! The fragrance is light with a nutty scent and not at all on the nose which is again great for folks who don't like too much scent. Other than that, this one is packed with 97% of natural origin ingredients, is vegan, dermatologically tested, and perfect for dry skin. 

A crew favourite of Srushti, Cetaphil's skin care products are the best when it comes to lotions and moisturisers especially if you have dry skin. Here's what she had to say, "I have Keratosis Pilaris and sensitive skin. So I stick to this as it is absolutely safe and neutral. Plus, it has no fragrance, which is great since I am not a fan of scented moisturisers on the daily." In addition to this, it is packed with macadamia oil, shea, vitamin E and B5 which have amazing hydrating and healing properties while making the skin's layer stronger. 

A cult favourite and something LBB Crew member Sreepathy swears by, here's why he recommends the iconic yellow bottle. He says, "I use this throughout the year. I've slightly dry skin to begin with especially those damn elbows. Using this helps with hydration for most part of the day which is a solid 9-10 hours. Also, I like how it doesn't leave my skin oily.  This lotion is also non-greasy as a formula which makes it suitable for folks with oil skin too."

LBB Crew member Dinal recommends the Gel Moisturiser by Ponds. She says, "I have very dry skin, so moisturising my skin is a must. But I like moisturisers that don't feel heavy as I also apply makeup almost everyday. I found this Pond's moisturiser that literally feels like air which I apply before a coat of concealer. It's got a really fresh fragrance, is travel friendly, and helps get rid of dry skin flakes and lines on the skin." In addition to this, this one is packed with hyaluronic acid and vitamin E, both which are known for hydrating and plumping properties. 

This moisturiser by Plum for INR 400 works well for all skin types. The texture is light and there is organic aloe vera to soothe the skin. The best part? No parabens or any harsh chemical. It is vegan, completely free of colourants and can easily last for more than a month (if used daily). With over 600 4-star rating reviews, this moisturiser is an Amazon's Choice product with a most liked review that reads "This is a truly excellent product from Plum that keeps my dry skin moisturised in all seasons and does not cause allergies." 

Aloe vera is a fave for a reason - it's not just an ingredient that works best in summers. Which is why this is our second recommendation on the list with this star ingredient. This moisturising cream from Paul Penders is good for skin that gets dry even when the weather is sultry. It also has the goodness jojoba oil, coconut water, Vitamin E and C, and lavender essential oil for pleasant and mild fragrance. These are all lightweight ingredients that also absorb quick into the skin, so perfect for all day use. Established in 1972, Paul Penders claims to be the world's first ever natural, vegan and cruelty-free makeup and skincare brand, and Models and B-town stars like Deanne Panday, and Alesia Raut are regular users of Paul Penders products. So, if it's good for them, it's good enough for us!

There's no doubt that Nykaa's in-house range of skin care and beauty products come with top-notch quality and ingredients that get the job done, while they continually come out with newer and better ranges for us to indulge in. Their latest Coffee range is an absolute hit, which we had to get our hands on. I've been using the Wanderlust Ethiopian Coffee body butter for the past two weeks now, and safe to say (and being a fan of body butters) it has been kind to my skin that's adapting to the weather changes. It smells divine, is affordable, super moisturising, and will easily last me throughout the winter.  

Be it oily or dry skin, you don’t have to worry while buying this product by Ayulva. It's all-natural and cruelty-free. Nope, it’s not greasy. Bonus? It comes with 100 times washed clarified butter to keep the skin moisturised for longer. The deep moisturising cream also absorbs easily without leaving a white cast or traces of oil. If you don't believe us, then go check out Alyuva's skincare 5-star rating on LBB Shop; it's a favourite with LBB Users too!

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From glycerine to mango butter, this moisturiser by Mist And Dew helps to soften and soothe irritation while also remaining light after application. It is suitable for all skin types. Moreover, there are no parabens, no phthalates, no propylene glycol and no stabilisers in it. This 50gm tub also will also last you very long, given that a small amount of product goes a long away. 

Aloe and panthenol are ingredients that work together in deeply hydrating any type of skin. It is great for helping damaged skin bounce back to its youthful suppleness. And this repair and moisturising gel from Dr. Sheth's boasts the goodness of these ingredients and is suitable for all skin types. The rich antioxidant formula works to brighten and repair dull and damaged skin too. A small jar of this IG-famous skincare brand won't burn a hole in your pocket either. Be sure to apply only a coin sized amount on your face and neck after cleansing your skin. We don't need to tell you this, but all of Dr Sheth's products have rave reviews and 4 plus stars on Nykaa.

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If you're looking for a moisturiser that doesn't leave your skin feeling heavy, then this ultra-light sorbet from Disguise Cosmetics is a great option. Boosted with ingredients like aloe vera, avocado, green tea, olive oil,  and Vitamin E, this suits combination, oily, normal, dry, and sensitive skin types. It will melt into your skin without leaving a trace! Disguise Cosmetics is disrupting the beauty market with its highly-effective vegan and cruelty-free formulas. Beauty influencers like Prathana Jagan and Supriya (supaarwoman on IG) have collaborated with and vouch for their products.

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If you prefer your moisturiser to easily get absorbed, we suggest you try out the peach and avocado herbal moisturising lotion from Khadi Natural. Apart from its not-so-thick consistency, the product smells divine and has a long-lasting hydration effect on your skin. This is also one of the few all-natural ingredient moisturisers to be priced under INR 300. Based off 257 reviews, this ace moisturiser has a 4.3 star rating on Nykaa. A customer who rated this 5-stars says "It's my second purchase from Khadi Naturals and the quality of this excellent moisturiser is worthy of its price."

The paraben-free and organic Almond Cream from Kare Forever promises to keep us close to our roots with an highly effective ayurvedic formula. The product boast anti-ageing effects, not too sure about this claim but we can vouch that it leaves your skin completely moisturised and feeling soft. With ingredients like shea butter, beeswax, almond extract, vitamin A and more, you wouldn't have to worry about harmful chemicals on your skin. Kare Forever is a lesser-known skin care label but have good reviews on their Amazon store and the LBB Shop, with most products rated 4-stars.