Dew All Day Moisture Restore Cream (AU)

Dew All Day Moisture Restore Cream (AU$51, 75 ml) is the everyday daytime moisturiser in the Nutricentials hydration line — a balanced barrier-repair cream built around a ceramide complex, shea butter and the Bioadaptive Botanical Complex. It is the middle option among the three Nutricentials hydration moisturisers (the others being Moisturize Me Intense and Thirst Fix Gel Cream) — heavier than Thirst Fix, lighter than Moisturize Me — and the right pick for normal-to-dry skin everyday under SPF and makeup. In Nu Skin's consumer testing, 92% of participants with dry skin reported significantly improved hydration after two weeks of use. Ships from the official Nu Skin Australia warehouse with no membership required.

How the Three Nutricentials Hydration Moisturisers Differ

All three sit at AU$51 and use the same Nutricentials platform, but they target different skin conditions and routine slots. Choose by skin condition and climate:

If you want a balanced everyday cream that supports the barrier and layers cleanly under daytime products, choose Dew All Day. If you need lightweight hydration that sits under SPF and makeup without weight, choose Thirst Fix. If you need maximum moisture retention on very dry or compromised skin, choose Moisturize Me.

What Dew All Day Targets

The formula is positioned around barrier repair specifically, not just surface hydration. The skin's barrier is a structured arrangement of corneocytes (skin cells) held together by lipids — ceramides, cholesterol and free fatty acids. When that lipid mortar is depleted by UV exposure, harsh cleansers, low humidity or age, water escapes through transepidermal water loss (TEWL) faster than the barrier can replenish, and skin starts to feel tight and look dull within hours of any moisturiser application.

The ceramide complex in Dew All Day is positioned to refill that depleted lipid mortar. A 2011 review in the Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology compared ceramide-containing moisturisers against petrolatum-based occlusive creams and reported that ceramide formulations restored barrier function more effectively. The mechanism is structural — ceramides integrate into the existing lipid matrix rather than sitting on top of it — and the result is hydration that holds for the full 24 hours rather than wearing off after a few hours under environmental load.

Why It Layers Cleanly Under SPF

The cream texture is rich enough for normal-to-dry skin but not so occlusive that it disrupts sunscreen application. Heavier creams (Moisturize Me) can cause sunscreen to slide, pill under foundation or feel uncomfortable in heat. Dew All Day's medium-weight cream absorbs in around 2 minutes and leaves a semi-matte finish that primer, foundation and SPF sit cleanly on top of. That is why it is the right Nutricentials hydration cream for the daytime slot — Moisturize Me is better evening or winter, Thirst Fix is better humid summer, Dew All Day is the everyday daytime middle.

Key Actives

Ceramide complex. Lipid molecules structurally identical to those naturally present in the skin barrier. Integrate into the lipid matrix between corneocytes to reduce transepidermal water loss. The barrier-repair component, distinct from the humectant component.

Shea butter and plant-derived oils. Rich emollients that provide immediate comfort on dry skin and support the barrier-repair process. Selected for hydration without the heavy occlusion of petrolatum-based creams.

Bioadaptive Botanical Complex. Adaptogens (rhodiola, maral root, chaga, Siberian ginseng) shared across the Nutricentials range. Positioned to support the skin's response to environmental stress — relevant year-round in Australia where dry indoor heating alternates with outdoor UV exposure.

How to Use

Apply to clean, slightly damp skin after toning and serums. Damp application traps additional moisture under the cream — apply within 60 seconds of toner for the strongest effect. Pat into face and neck rather than rubbing aggressively. Allow 2 minutes for absorption before applying SPF or makeup; the medium-weight cream needs slightly longer than gel formats to settle.

Use morning and evening for normal-to-dry skin year-round. For very dry skin or low-humidity conditions, layer a hyaluronic acid serum (such as Nutricentials Pumps) underneath for additional water-binding before the cream's ceramide layer seals it in.

Australian Conditions Where It Earns Its Place

Dew All Day is the everyday workhorse moisturiser for Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra and Hobart year-round for normal-to-dry skin. It works as a daytime moisturiser in winter (when southern indoor heating drops humidity below 30%) and as an evening moisturiser in summer (when daytime humidity climbs and a lighter Thirst Fix becomes the daytime choice). In tropical Brisbane, Cairns and Darwin, Dew All Day is more often the evening choice with Thirst Fix taking the daytime slot.

Who It's For

✅ Best suited for: Normal-to-dry skin year-round under SPF and makeup. Anyone wanting one moisturiser that handles most everyday conditions without seasonal swapping. Office and air-conditioning lifestyles where TEWL runs constantly. Mature skin where barrier integrity has declined and ceramide replenishment is part of the routine logic.

⚠️ Less suited for: Very oily skin in humid coastal conditions where Thirst Fix is more comfortable. Very dry, dehydrated or barrier-compromised skin where Moisturize Me's heavier occlusive base provides more retention. Pregnant or breastfeeding users introducing adaptogenic ingredients should consult their healthcare professional.

💡 Pairs well with: A Nutricentials cleanser appropriate to your skin type, a Nutricentials toner, a Nutricentials serum or Celltrex Recovery Fluid at the serum step, and broad-spectrum SPF 50+ on top in the morning. Layers under heavier Moisturize Me on the driest days, or under lighter Thirst Fix in summer for combination skin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this too heavy for summer?

In humid coastal Australian summers, many users find Dew All Day more comfortable as an evening cream and switch to Thirst Fix for daytime. In dry inland or air-conditioned environments, Dew All Day is comfortable year-round.

Can I use it around the eyes?

The formula is gentle enough for the orbital area for most users. If you experience sensitivity, apply a dedicated eye cream (such as Eye Love Bright Eyes) instead and keep Dew All Day to the face.

How does it differ from Moisturize Me?

Dew All Day focuses on barrier repair through ceramides and plant oils in a medium-weight cream that layers cleanly under daytime products. Moisturize Me Intense is thicker and more occlusive, designed for very dry skin where moisture retention is the dominant concern over clean layering. Dew All Day is the better choice for dry skin that still needs to layer serum, moisturiser and SPF cleanly.

How long does the jar last?

At twice-daily use, the 75 ml jar typically lasts 8–10 weeks. Once-daily use brings that to 16–20 weeks.

Will the formula clog pores?

The formula is non-comedogenic for most users. For oily-to-combination skin in humid conditions, Thirst Fix is the matched alternative — Dew All Day's medium-weight cream can feel heavy in those situations.

Important Information

Individual results may vary. This product is for cosmetic use only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or skin condition. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional if irritation occurs. Patch test recommended before first use.

Clinical results referenced are from studies conducted or commissioned by Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc., or from independent peer-reviewed literature where cited, and may not reflect typical consumer experience.

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Sources & References

1. Del Rosso, J.Q. "Repair and Maintenance of the Epidermal Barrier." Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, 4(9), 30–34 (2011).
2. Panossian, A. & Wikman, G. "Effects of Adaptogens on the Central Nervous System and the Molecular Mechanisms Associated with Their Stress-Protective Activity." Frontiers in Pharmacology, 9, 509 (2018).
3. Therapeutic Goods Administration — Cosmetics — Australian classification of cosmetic versus therapeutic claims.

Reviewed by the NuBest Skin Editorial Team. Last updated May 2026.