Les 2 Best Face Moisturizers Right Now (tested and approved!)

What if your moisturizer was the reason for your dull skin?

Finding the best facial moisturizer today is a real challenge: endless marketing promises, formulas full of questionable ingredients, and sometimes crazy prices.
But don’t worry, I’ve tested two gems for you that really make a difference:
Dynasty Cream by Beauty of Joseon
Probio Cica by SKIN1004

Two creams from South Korea that combine natural formulas, advanced technology and visible results.
By the end of this article, you’ll know which one suits your skin best (and how to incorporate it into your routine for a radiant complexion).

Why does a good moisturizer change everything?

Before diving into the products, let’s cover the basics:
Hydration is the heart of beautiful skin.
It helps to:

Maintain elasticity and radiance of the complexion

Prevent premature aging

Repair the skin barrier

Protect against pollution and oxidative stress

💬 "Well-hydrated skin is like a well-watered plant: it naturally glows."

1. Beauty of Joseon – Dynasty Cream: royal hydration inspired by Korean tradition

Why we love it:

This cream is a true K-Beauty gem. Inspired by the ancestral care of the Joseon dynasty, it combines tradition and innovation to offer complete moisturizing care.

Its strengths:

💧 Rich but non-greasy texture — perfect for all skin types

🌿 Key ingredients: niacinamide, ginseng, honey, rice water, and fermented barley

✨ Result: smooth, luminous, and deeply nourished skin

💬 Testimonials:

"My skin is much more supple and radiant from the first week!" — Camille, 29 years old
"It’s the first cream that moisturizes without making me shine." — Leïla, 34 years old

💡 My opinion:

A sensory cream, perfect for dull or dehydrated skin.
Ideal as a makeup base or night care.
👉 If you’re looking for luxurious hydration at a gentle price, Dynasty Cream is a must-have.

2. SKIN1004 – Probio Cica Cream: strengthened skin barrier

🌱 Why it’s appealing:

This cream focuses entirely on repair and strengthening the skin barrier.
Thanks to its Probio-Cica complex (Centella + probiotics), it soothes sensitive skin and rebalances hydration.

Its strengths:

🌿 Centella Asiatica to soothe

🧬 Probiotics to strengthen the skin barrier

💧 Lightweight texture, perfect for combination to oily skin

💬 Testimonials:

"I had constant redness, this cream made it disappear." — Nora, 26 years old
"Ideal after a treatment or exfoliation, it soothes immediately." — Sarah, 31 years old

💡 My opinion:

An intelligent cream, minimalist and ultra-effective.
If your skin is sensitive, prone to breakouts or aggressions, it’s an excellent choice.

Dynasty Cream or Probio Cica: which to choose?