They're Here: the 6 Skincare Brands Dermatologists Always Come Back to

Possibly the most highly recommended skincare product of all time, this moisturiser is regularly recommended for those who suffer from blemish- and breakout-prone complexions. With niacinamide to reduce the redness and appearance of blemishes, it also contains lipo hydroxy acid and salicylic acid to unclog pores and is great for sensitive skin, too. It’s virtually impossible to have a conversation with a dermatologist about breakouts without this moisturiser cropping up at least once.

If you’re experiencing any sort of skin problem (with the exception of perhaps extreme dryness and sensitivity), this cleanser always comes highly recommended. Simple yet effective, it works to deeply cleanse without drying.

If you struggle with wearing SPF daily, this is one to add to your radar. It’s lightweight, seriously protecting and, most importantly, a wonderful choice for sensitive skin types. As someone with naturally oily, congested skin, every time I moan about greasy SPF formulas, a dermatologist pulls out the Anthelios card to show that really, there is no excuse.

For those with dry, irritation-prone skin, this hydrating cleanser shouldn’t be overlooked. With essential ceramides and hyaluronic acid, it’s designed to repair and protect the skin barrier while removing daily buildup.

This tiny little tube holds one hell of a formula. It’s deeply nourishing and hydrating but is also fragrance-free and noncomedogenic so you can use it without the risk of irritation or blocked pores.

When dry skin needs a real helping hand, this hardworking moisturiser comes highly recommended. Again, relying on CeraVe’s signature ceramide and hyaluronic acid combination, it offers serious non-irritating hydration that, over time, will have skin looking and feeling its best again.

Vitamin C is one of those ingredients that every dermatologist insists everyone should use (as well as retinol and SPF). Unlike so many other vitamin C products on the market, these capsules ensure that the formula remains potent and stable for maximum results.

This particular product is so amazing that it’s hard to catch it in stock. The renamed Skinrise Morning Glow Pads are already sold out, but the same formula in the old packaging is (thankfully) still available in some places. With polyhydroxy acids which work to deeply exfoliate with minimal irritation, these simple pads will have skin youthfully glowing beyond belief.

If you want to address sun damage and pigmentation, this serum helps to even the complexion while boosting the skin with a healthy hit of radiance. It also helps to plump out fine lines and wrinkles too.

Probably one of the most well-known products in its offering, the SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic Serum delivers a hearty dose of vitamin C, which gives skin a glowing radiance that has beauty editors and celebs weak at the knees. Beyond that, skin experts rave about the antioxidant benefits of this serum which work to protect skin from ageing aggressors.

Another universally adored SPF. Not only is the protection factor on this stuff great, but it’s also really lightweight and gives skin a lovely subtle glow, making it a great everyday option.

Similar to C E Ferulic, this serum also contains vitamin C and ferulic acid, but this time with the added antioxidant benefits of phloretin. While C E Ferulic is all about protection from the signs of ageing, this serum is more about improving the skin’s overall appearance, minimising pigmentation and improving texture.

Bioderma’s famous Sensibio H2O micellar water is a great non-irritating way to remove makeup at the end of the day. Simply apply to a cotton pad and swipe over the face to dissolve makeup. Just be sure to cleanse properly afterward too.

Ideal for those with breakout-prone, oily skin that still requires a bit of daily moisture, not only does this moisturiser regulate sebum production and shine, but it is also noncomedogenic so won’t contribute to any further breakouts.

From the same range is this foaming cleanser. Ideal for oily skin types, it cleanses and purifies the skin and limits sebum production at the same time. The best bit? While it’s foaming, it’s also soap-free so doesn’t overly dry out the skin either.

Benzoyl peroxide is a powerful antiseptic which helps to reduce bacteria. Use this face wash as a daily cleanser or leave it on 15 minutes as a weekly mask to keep on top of breakouts.

This fast-acting spot treatment applies as a clear gel and helps to take down even the most sore and inflamed cystic breakouts.

Unlike regular spot patches, these ones are infused with salicylic acid to help reduce inflammation and clear clogged pores for good.