Golden Hour Recovery Cream

Golden Hour is a deeply hydrating, fast-absorbing face cream designed to nourish and replenish weary skin. It delivers deep, long-lasting moisture, helps soothe redness and irritation, firms skin and improves the look of lines, and protects against environmental stressors. Think of it as a one-jar solution to restore calm, hydrated, healthy-looking skin—whether you're winding down after a long day outdoors or just looking for a moisturizer that truly delivers.

The formula is built around a powerhouse lineup of plant-derived actives: Organic Sea Buckthorn (rich in antioxidants and omega fatty acids to replenish the skin barrier and lock in moisture), Black Currant (high in essential fatty acids and Vitamin C to help improve the appearance of firmness and elasticity), Organic Calendula (a natural source of carotenoids that soothes, hydrates, and conditions skin), Sunflower (extremely high in linoleic acid to help skin hold onto moisture), Rose (helps reduce the appearance of redness), Sandalwood (hydrates, tones, and soothes), and Meadowfoam Seed Oil (a luxurious emollient for barrier repair). The formula is naturally rich in antioxidants, vitamins A, C, and E, carotenoids, phytosterols, and essential fatty acids including omega 3, 6, 7, and 9. And as always: no sulfates, parabens, synthetic fragrance or color, silicones, or PEGs.

Yes and yes. Golden Hour Recovery Cream is 100% vegan, Leaping Bunny Certified cruelty-free, and gluten-free. Ursa Major is also a Certified B Corp and Certified Plastic Negative —we fund the removal of twice as much plastic from the environment as we produce

The scent is a mild, herbaceous blend of sweet Neroli, soft Rose, and warm Sandalwood—all from essential oils, never synthetic fragrance. Customers describe it as subtle, honey-like, and universally loved by all genders.

Golden Hour is formulated for all skin types and ages, but it’s especially good for anyone with dry, sensitive, mature, or environmentally stressed skin. Its midweight texture hits a sweet spot—richer than a gel moisturizer but lighter than a heavy cream. For reference: if you have oily or combination skin and prefer a lighter touch, check out our Fortifying Gel Moisturizer. If you need maximum richness and barrier support, Alpine Rich Cream is the heavier-duty option.

No. This is one of Golden Hour's superpowers. Despite its rich, nourishing formula, it absorbs quickly into the skin without leaving any trace of heaviness or greasy residue. It's water-based and designed to melt right in. Reviewers with dry skin consistently note that it provides deep hydration while still feeling lightweight—and a little goes a long way.

Golden Hour is packed with soothing ingredients (calendula, aloe vera, rose) that are gentle on sensitive skin, and the overwhelming majority of sensitive-skin customers report excellent results. That said, the formula does contain essential oils (neroli, sandalwood, rose, palmarosa), which can occasionally cause reactions in those with very reactive skin. We always recommend a patch test if you're trying it for the first time.

Golden Hour Recovery Cream hasn’t been tested specifically for the eye area, so we’d recommend applying only to the face. 

Golden Hour Recovery Cream does not contain ingredients commonly avoided during pregnancy, like vitamin A derivatives (retinol/retinoids) or high-dose salicylic acid. That said, we always recommend checking in with your healthcare provider about ingredient lists and any new products during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Apply a dime-sized dab to clean, dry skin. Massage gently until fully absorbed. Use it after cleansing and toning (and any serums you might use), as a luxurious night cream, or anytime your skin needs extra TLC.

Absolutely. Golden Hour works beautifully as both a daily moisturizer and a nighttime recovery cream. During the day, it delivers hydration without heaviness. At night, its robust blend of antioxidants and fatty acids works overtime to help repair and replenish skin while you rest.

After. The general rule is thinnest to thickest—apply your serums first (like Mountain Glow Golden Serum or Brighten Up Vitamin C Serum), let them absorb, then follow with Golden Hour Recovery Cream to seal everything in and add an extra layer of nourishment.

Yes. Because it absorbs quickly and doesn't leave a greasy film, Golden Hour sits nicely under SPF and makeup. Customers regularly note that it works well as a hydrating base for the day.

This is one of Golden Hour's core strengths. If your skin has been through the wringer—wind, sun, cold, dry airplane air—the soothing blend of sea buckthorn, calendula, and rose helps calm irritation and restore moisture. It was designed with outdoor-loving skin in mind.

Definitely. The 1.57 oz jar is compact and TSA-friendly for carry-on bags. For an even more portable option, we also offer a Traveler size (0.5 oz) that's perfect for throwing in a daypack or dopp kit.

Very much so. Golden Hour keeps things simple—it's a multitasking moisturizer that delivers hydration, soothing, and nourishment in one step. No complicated layering required. If you're just starting a routine, pair it with Fantastic Face Wash and you've got a solid foundation.

Everyone. Like all Ursa Major products, Golden Hour is gender-neutral by design. The subtle scent (neroli, sandalwood, rose) is universally appealing, and the formula works the same regardless of who's using it. Customers regularly buy it for partners, spouses, and friends of all genders.

Golden Hour is gentle and nourishing enough for teens (13+) and younger adults. For teens with oily or acne-prone skin, our Fortifying Gel Moisturizer might be a better starting point—but Golden Hour is a perfectly safe choice for any teen looking for hydration and soothing.

With twice-daily use (a dime-sized amount each time), most customers find that the 1.57 oz jar lasts 6–8 weeks. A little goes a long way.

Two options:

Full size (1.57 oz / 47 mL)—$54.00.

Traveler (0.5 oz / 15 mL)—$22.00 (great for trial or travel.)

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Yes it is. We outline recycling instructions for every product on our website. We're also a Certified Plastic Negative company, meaning we fund the removal of twice as much plastic from the environment as we produce.

Both are moisturizers, but they offer  different hydration levels. Golden Hour has a midweight texture—hydrating but not heavy—making it an excellent all-around daily moisturizer for most skin types. Alpine Rich Cream is thicker and richer, designed specifically for very dry, sensitive, or mature skin that needs maximum barrier support. If your skin tends to be parched year-round, go with Alpine Rich. If you want everyday hydration with a lighter feel, Golden Hour is your match.

Fortifying Gel is our lightest moisturizer—a serum-like gel best suited for oily, combination, or acne-prone skin. Golden Hour offers more nourishment and richness, ideal for normal-to-dry skin or anyone recovering from environmental exposure. If you're somewhere in between, Golden Hour's fast-absorbing formula won't feel too heavy.

Absolutely—and we'd encourage it. Apply your serum of choice first (Mountain Glow for all-around anti-aging nourishment, Brighten Up Vitamin C for brightening, or Lunar Bloom Retinal for nighttime renewal), let it absorb, then follow with Golden Hour to lock in moisture and amplify the benefits.