It's been rumoured to be a long hot summer in New Zealand, and with the heat, extra UV exposure and use of air conditioning, our skin can easily become dehydrated. While avoiding the sun is near impossible, giving your skin a hydration boost has never been easier thanks to the array of science and nature backed skincare products on offer.

Not to be confused with moisturisers which form a barrier on skin locking in the hydration you already have, skin hydrators actively work to draw in moisture from the atmosphere and trap it in your skin, adding hydration. These products often contain glycerin or hyaluronic acid - a powerhouse skincare ingredient but there are many other super-hydrating ingredients to look out for.

If you have ever walked in store and felt overwhelmed with where to begin, we've whittled down 10 of our current favourite skin hydrators to make your life just that little bit simpler.

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From the dermatologist-backed French brand La Roche-Posay comes one of our favourite Hyaluronic Acid serums. This silky serum contains two types of HA as well as vitamin B5 for an hydrating and re-plumping the skin, plus its perfect for sensitive skin too.

La Roche-Posay Hyalu B5 Hyaluronic Acid Serum Available at Chemist Warehouse.

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A super hydrator in a mist formula? Yes please! The Dermalogica Hyaluronic Ceramide Mist uses four types of Hyaluronic Acid in its hydration rich mist, as well ceramide to lock in moisture for supple skin. Gently mist across skin for a calming hydration boost at any time of the day.

Dermalogica Hyaluronic Ceramide Mist Available at Smith & Caughey's.

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Aloe is one of the best natural hydrators and this Moisture Surge hydrator from Clinique is packed with this super ingredient in an oil-free, gel cream formula for a great hydration boost.

Clinique Moisture Surge 100 Hour Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Available at Farmers.

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Snail Mucin is a powerful hydrator popular in Korean beauty products for helping to achieve that glass skin look. This serum from Hikoco is our current go-to.

COSRX Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence Available at Hikoco.

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Hydrate while you sleep with this overnight mask from MECCA MAX. The formula contains the salt form of hyaluronic acid, as well as Aloe Vera, and Vitamin E for smooth, plumped and hydrated skin.

MECCA MAX NIGHT DUTY Hydrating Overnight Jelly Mask

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This Charlotte Tilbury Serum contains Polyglutamic acid, a supercharged skincare ingredient that is super hydrating as well as vitamin c for skin brightening.

Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Magic Serum Crystal Elixir Available at MECCA

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People with oily skin will often skip hydration, but just because you have oily skin doesn't mean your skin isn't dehydrated, and dry skin can actually make the problem worse. Instead opt for a water based hydrator like this Aesop Serum which feels light on the skin and sinks in quickly.

Aesop Lightweight Facial Hydrating Serum

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The skin on our body can often be neglected when we are focusing on our ten-step skincare routine, reach for this super hydrating body moisturiser packed full of Hyaluronic Acid as well as Squalane for smooth, hydrated skin all over.

The Solution Hyaluronic Acid Hydrating Body Lotion Available at Life Pharmcy.

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Containing Glycerin (another super hydrator) as well as Hyaluronic Acid, this light jelly-serum from Summer Fridays absorbs quickly into the skin. The Squalane helps support a healthy moisture barrier meaning soothed and hydrated skin.

Summer Fridays Dream Oasis Deep Hydration Serum Available at MECCA.

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And finally, don't skip your lips! Dry lips can mean cracking or tightness. Ensuring our lips are well hydrated makes for smoother, fuller lips. This Dior gloss also contains Hyaluronic Acid to help plump fine lines and moisturise for a perfect, glossy and hydrated pout.

Dior Addict Lip Maximiser Plumping Gloss Available at Sephora.

By learning how your skin reacts to different products, you will find exactly what it needs and your skin may prefer one product or hydrating ingredient over others.

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