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DayTime Moisturizer (Dry) review: my honest take

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The Dry DayTime Moisturizer is the morning finish of SeneGence’s core regimen for dry skin. It’s part of the SenePlex+ lineup and it’s aimed at three things dry skin tends to show first: dryness, fine lines and uneven tone. It goes on last in the morning, after cleanser, Facial Resurfacer, serums and eye care.

Morning moisture with a little tone care built in, for skin that drinks everything.

The formula uses Myrothamnus, copper tripeptide-1 and glycolic and lactic acids. The acids bring an exfoliating element, which is why uneven tone is on its list, and the peptide sits alongside SenePlex+. It suits skin that’s dry and a little dull. SPF isn’t listed for it, so plan on separate sun protection; SeneGence’s only SPF product is the Microbiome Defense moisturizer.

At $70 for 1.66 fl oz, it’s a mid-priced moisturizer. If you’re building the full routine, the Dry SkinCare Regimen Set ($265) includes it with the Dry cleanser, Evening Moisturizer and EyeCreme, at the same total as buying each. If your skin is only a little dry, the Normal to Dry version may be the better match.

Dry vs Normal to Dry vs Microbiome SPF 15: which day moisturizer should you get?

	DayTime Moisturizer, Dry My pick	DayTime Moisturizer, Normal to Dry	Microbiome Defense SPF 15
Skin type	Dry	Normal to dry	Sensitive to oily/troubled
Key ingredients	Myrothamnus, copper tripeptide-1, glycolic/lactic acid	Orchid stem cells, knotgrass, squalane, camelina	Zinc oxide 6%, octisalate 5%, probiotic ferments
Targets	Dryness, fine lines, uneven tone	Sun-damage look, lines, pores, tone	Sun, environment, lines, barrier
SPF	Not listed	Not listed	SPF 15
Price	$70	$70	$80
Pick it if	Your skin is truly dry	You're only a little dry	You want SPF in one step

Where it fits in your morning routine

13 in 1 Cleansercleanse2Facial Resurfacerexfoliate3Climate Controloptional4EyeCremeeye care5DayTime Moisturizeryou are here

This is SeneGence’s morning order for dry skin: cleanse, exfoliate, optional serums such as Climate Control, targeted care like EyeCreme, then DayTime Moisturizer last. At night, swap it for the Dry Evening Moisturizer, which has a different formula.

What’s in it, in plain words

• SenePlex+: SeneGence’s proprietary complex, described as helping reduce signs of aging while moisturizing.
• Myrothamnus: a plant extract in the Dry formula.
• Copper tripeptide-1: a peptide. SeneGence describes peptides as supporting skin and collagen production.
• Glycolic and lactic acid: exfoliating acids, part of why uneven tone is on its list.

Sets that include this moisturizer

• Dry SkinCare Regimen Set: cleanser, day and evening moisturizers, EyeCreme, $265

My tips

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DayTime Moisturizer (Dry) FAQs

Does the Dry DayTime Moisturizer have SPF?

No SPF is listed for it. SeneGence’s only SPF product is the Microbiome Defense Daytime Moisturizer SPF 15, so plan on separate sun protection.

Is it good under makeup?

It’s the last skincare step in SeneGence’s morning routine, so makeup goes on after it. Give it a minute to settle first, especially under MakeSense Foundation.

What's the difference between DayTime and Evening Moisturizer?

The Dry DayTime formula uses Myrothamnus, copper tripeptide-1 and glycolic/lactic acid for dryness, lines and tone. The Dry Evening Moisturizer uses orchid stem cells, niacinamide and HA for lines, dryness, texture and sagging.

How much is DayTime Moisturizer?

$70 for 1.66 fl oz / 47 mL, eligible for Subscribe & Save, or as part of the Dry SkinCare Regimen Set for $265.