The formula contains high concentrations of silicones that contribute to its silky texture, as well as many different humectants — like butylene glycol, glycerin, trehalose, sucrose, and aloe vera — that bind moisture in the upper layers of skin.

And another 1-star review says, “For the last five years I was using ‘Moisture Surge Intense Skin Fortifying Hydrator’ and that was the best moisturizer ever! My skin was soft, hydrated, plump, no wrinkles and overall, it was just perfect. Two weeks ago I bought this new improved formula… OMG!!! It dried out and wrinkled my face! I could see and feel my skin drying out. It left me with wrinkles around my eyes and my upper lip! I seriously don’t understand why they had to “improve” something that was perfect! I started searching for a new brand and new moisturizer.” Our Verdict

Foxwell Like the fragrance Not to heavy, goes into skin not greasy. Not sure what age group it's for.

The formula includes high concentrations of several different humectants, including glycerin, butylene glycol, sucrose, and hydroxyethyl urea, just to name a few. There’s also a water-binding algae extract and aloe vera leaf water. Ultimately, this formula really is “supercharged” with ingredients that help to bind moisture to the skin.The formula contains many of the same key ingredients as the other products in the Clinique Moisture Surge collection, including humectants (glycerin, butylene glycol, sucrose, etc.), algae extract, aloe vera, and green tea leaf extract. These ingredients not only increase skin’s hydration, but also help to plump the appearance of skin. GHI travel tip for flights: Transfer your mask to a small container and pop on before take-off to protect your skin and balance out the drying effects of recycled cabin air. What is the best overnight face mask? According to a publication in the Indian Journal of Dermatology , humectants attract water from two sources, from the dermis into the epidermis and in humid conditions from the environment. As you can see, humectants really do provide a “moisture surge” to your skin. MrsAS Brilliant mask! I love this and have used it for a year or so now. It is great as an overnight mask once or twice a week, but sometimes I use it under my foundation instead of moisturiser, for a day or night out! It makes my skin look really good and my foundation stays put too. Pricey but it lasts forever if not used every night or day. Since its debut more than a decade ago, the Moisture Surge formula has evolved several times — much to the dismay of long-time customers — and is now called Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator. Despite this, Moisture Surge remains one of the brand’s most popular products.