Summer might bring warmer weather, but for some of us it can mean months of dry skin. From sun exposure and air conditioning to dips in a chlorinated pool, the season brings its own set of challenges that can leave your skin feeling tight, thirsty and uncomfortable.
The key is finding moisturisers that offer deep hydration to your face and body without feeling heavy or sticky in the heat. At Green People, we specialise in creating beautifully balanced dry skin care, using certified organic ingredients that work in harmony with your skin for a comfortable, healthy-looking summer glow.
At a glance- Best overall face moisturiser for summer dryness: Vita Min Fix 24-Hour Cream
- Best for soothing dry, itchy facial skin: Scent Free Truffle Night Cream
- Best thirst-quenching body lotion (with tan booster): Hydrating After Sun Lotion
- Best for reviving dry summer hands: Protein-Boost Hand & Body Lotion
- Best for sensitive, itchy body skin: Scent Free Body Lotion
What makes a good moisturiser for dry skin in summer?
When choosing a summer moisturiser for dry skin, the goal is to replenish lost moisture and support your skin's barrier without weighing it down. In winter, you might reach for a thick, rich balm, but summer calls for a different approach.
Look for lighter textures like lotions or moisturisers that absorb quickly. These formulations can still be packed with effective hydrating ingredients. Botanicals like organic Aloe Vera are brilliant for soothing and cooling sun-warmed skin, while plant oils rich in essential fatty acids help to lock in hydration and reinforce the skin barrier against environmental stressors.
Antioxidants are also a fantastic addition to your summer skin care routine. Ingredients such as Green Tea and Vitamin E help to defend the skin against the damaging effects of free radicals generated by UV exposure.
Why choose Green People?
For more than 25 years, we have been creating natural and organic skin care designed to be gentle on you and the planet. Our founder, Charlotte Vøhtz, started Green People to find a solution for her daughter’s sensitive skin, and that ethos of kindness remains at the heart of everything we do.
Our moisturisers are made with a high concentration of organic ingredients and are free from ingredients you might prefer to avoid, such as drying alcohol, silicones and synthetic fragrances. Many of our formulas are also dermatologically tested, ensuring they are exceptionally gentle and suitable for those with sensitive skin.
Best overall face moisturiser for summer dryness
Our Vita Min Fix 24-Hour Cream is the perfect face moisturiser for summer. This COSMOS Organic certified cream has a beautiful, silky texture that glides on and sinks in effortlessly, leaving skin feeling soft, plump and revitalised. It is expertly balanced to provide lasting moisture without any heavy residue, making it ideal for both morning and evening use.
A key active in this vitality-boosting formula is Baicalin, a remarkable botanical extract known to improve skin firmness and elasticity. It’s combined with nutrient-rich Evening Primrose and Avocado oils to deliver a complexion that feels comfortable and looks beautifully healthy.
Vita Min Fix 24-Stunden-Creme 50ml
Möchten Sie Ihrer Haut einen täglichen Boost verleihen? Das ist genau die Feuchtigkeitscreme, die Sie brauchen.€35,95
★★★★★
“I love this product. I was looking for a day cream that was light but brightened my face which this does perfectly. I have very sensitive skin and have had no problems using this at all. ... As always, you cannot beat Green People products!”
Hannah C · Verified Buyer
Reviewing: Vita Min Fix 24-Hour Cream 50ml
See this product now →Best for soothing dry, itchy facial skin
Has the summer heat or sun left your sensitive skin feeling stressed, itchy and reactive? When your skin is crying out for calm, you need a formula dedicated to pure, gentle soothing.
While named a night cream, our Scent Free Truffle Night Cream can be used day or night for very dry or sensitised skin. Its light, soothing texture feels instantly comforting. This calming cream is completely fragrance-free, minimising the risk of irritation.
It’s formulated to bring delicate skin back to its 'feel-good' state, packed with innovative botanicals that calm and restore balance. If your skin needs intense, gentle care to get through a summer flare-up, this is an exceptional choice.
Nachtcreme mit Schafporling ohne Duftstoffe 50ml
Beruhigen, lindern und regenerieren Sie Ihre Haut mit dieser Ceramid- und Trüffel-Nachtcreme€44,95
★★★★★
“This night dream was found in a search for a fragrance free, soothing night cream. Did not expect this to beat out all other brands I’ve tried. It’s gorgeous.”
Sarah O · Verified Buyer
Reviewing: Scent Free Truffle Night Cream 50ml
See this product now →Best body moisturiser for post-sun hydration
The perfect day at the beach or in the garden should end with a ritual that cools, soothes and deeply hydrates your skin. Applying a standard body lotion to warm skin can sometimes feel thick or cloying.
This is where our COSMOS Organic Hydrating After Sun Lotion truly shines. Far more than just an after sun, its lightweight, non-greasy formula makes it the ideal daily body moisturiser for the entire summer. It delivers an immediate cooling sensation thanks to organic Peppermint, while a high concentration of organic Aloe Vera calms redness and replenishes moisture.
It sinks in quickly, leaving skin feeling silky and refreshed with a beautiful, subtle scent. What's more, it contains Inositol, a natural ingredient which helps to reduce tan fade by 50%, keeping your skin glowing for longer.
Feuchtigkeitsspendende After-Sun-Pflege 200 ml
Keep your tan for longer with this moisturising natural after sun lotion€30,95
Best for reviving dry summer hands
Our hands often bear the brunt of summer activities - from gardening and swimming to simply being exposed to more sun. This can leave them feeling particularly dry and in need of some dedicated repair.
The Protein-Boost Hand & Body Lotion is a richly reparative formula that absorbs remarkably quickly. You can smooth it into your hands and get right back to your day without any greasy feeling. It's packed with nourishing actives that help to strengthen and restore the skin's barrier.
With an uplifting, fresh scent of Ginger and citrus, this organic lotion leaves hands and body feeling soft, supple and comfortable all day long.
Hand- & Körperlotion mit Quinoa & Calendula 200ml
Bewahren Sie die Feuchtigkeit in Ihrer Haut und pflegen Sie trockene Stellen intensiv mit dieser natürlichen Bodylotion€37,95
★★★★★
“Lovely light body moisturiser with a fresh citrus scent. Great for my eczema type skin which had now completely disappeared! My skin always feels so fresh after using this product - not at all greasy. My new favouite body lotion which I have now been using for well over a year and will continue to use!”
Julie · Verified Buyer
Reviewing: Protein-Boost Hand & Body Lotion 200ml
See this product now →Best body moisturiser for sensitive, itchy skin
For some, summer can trigger skin sensitivities like prickly heat or intensify conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. In these moments, you need a body lotion that is exceptionally pure and gentle, designed to calm irritation and restore balance without any potential triggers.
Our COSMOS Organic certified Scent Free Body Lotion is the ultimate choice for sensitive skin. Dermatologically tested and completely fragrance-free, this soothing lotion is designed for barrier repair. It contains calming Perilla Oil and Evening Primrose to soothe itchiness and rebalance the skin.
The light, velvety lotion sinks in to leave skin feeling soft and comfortable, providing gentle yet effective hydration for the most delicate skin types.
Körperlotion ohne Duftstoffe 150ml
Discover deep skin hydration with our soothing, fragrance-free body lotion€38,95
We hope this guide helps you find the best moisturiser for your dry skin this summer. If you need any more help or advice, our friendly UK customer care team are happy to help on 01403 740350 or on social @GreenPeopleUK.
MEET CHARLOTTE, FOUNDER OF GREEN PEOPLE
Charlotte Vøhtz, founder of Green People, has 25+ years of experience in the natural and organic beauty industry.
A recognised leader in the field of organic beauty, Charlotte helped inform the UK's first organic beauty standards and was voted the People's Choice in the 2023 list of Who's Who in Natural Beauty.
A published author, she wrote the organic beauty bible 'Naturally Gorgeous'. Previously, she qualified as a nurse and spent over 10 years working in pharmaceuticals.
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