Lay It On thick: When selecting a night cream for winter, the general rule of thumb is to look for a consistency similar to that of Greek yogurt. Passing Dr. Linos' test is this one, the most emollient cream in Origins’ new Make a Difference collection. Like Goldilocks, your just-right levels of hydration are different from the next person’s. So, try out as many creams as possible before springing on one. A good place to start would be this blend of potent botanical and natural ingredients that provides hydration for up to 24 hours.

Origins Night Cream Make a Difference Plus + Ultra-rich Rejuvenating Cream, $39.50, available at Origins.