It is a cream that I use predominantly at night to create a barrier for all the rest of my skincare. I wake up in the morning feeling hydrated and my skin glowing. I can still feel product on my face when I wash it off in the mornings even though I sleep on my side/stomach. Even my mom is hooked on this item. She claims that it leaves her dry skin hydrated, and her makeup goes on smoother the next day when she uses this product at night.