We are in the midst of what is a somewhat difficult time of year for those of us with oilier skin. Those of us who produce excess oil usually wind up with shinier than thou faces by the end of the day in the heat of summer. Summertime can make even those with normal or dry skin oily. This time of year brings blackheads, an increase in breakouts, and more. This is because the heat, humidity, swear, and extra oil make for a cocktail of disaster. The good thing is that with a good skincare routine comes the control of this oil and breakouts. The key is to moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! This way, your skin is not overproducing the oil that it needs to keep your skin hydrated.
We here at Amodrn have rounded up some of the best moisturizers for oily skin, from affordable to super-luxury. Keep reading for more.
The Best Moisturizers For Oily Skin
1) Cocokind Texture Smoothing Cream ($20)
If you suffer from oily skin, you might have acne, and you might have some texturized skin. Cocokind’s Texture Smoothing Cream combats oil with a lightweight formula and improves the look of skin texture with a silky formula made with celery seed. Super cool and eco-friendly too!
2) Glossier Priming Moisturizer ($22)
OG skincare brand Glossier’s lightweight formula that doubles as a primer (having less products on the face is a good thing). It brings out the absolute best from your skin, leaving it fresh and beautiful. Also, it’s got an anti-redness complex that helps with those of us who are doubly sensitive and oily. Woot woot!
3) Honest Beauty Calming Face Moisturizer ($27.99)
As a sensitive skin/oily skin girl, this moisturizer is the double protection I need against daily irritants and my skin type. Their Phyto-Blend is a form of hyaluronic acid that allows for me to stay hydrated, not produce oil, all while calming my irritated skin.
4) Shisedo Waso Quick-Matte Moisturizer ($38)
This is an oil-free, balancing gel (gels are incredible for keeping oil at bay). With 24-hour hydration, it smoothes and hydrates skin and boasts a shine-reducing powder to keep a matte look. This two-in-one formula is a summer must-have for oily-skin sufferers.
5) Peach & Lily Matcha Pudding Antioxidant Cream ($40)
This antioxidant cream is a one-two punch for those of us with oily skin. Antioxidants let the skin breathe by creating an invisible layer of protection for your skin. Pollution and grime are no match for this cream. Matcha, cape lilac extract, and niacinamide brighten and firm.
6) Aesop Mandarin Facial Hydrating Cream ($50)
OG skincare brand Aesop’s well-researched formula is perfect for quick absorption and rich hydration. What’s amazing about this moisturizer is that it doesn’t leave a heavy feeling after application, which is perfect for oily skin. More absorption, less residue is the key here.
7) Moon Juice Cosmic Cream ($58)
A super-blend of ingredients like Ashwagandha, Schisandra, Silver Ear Mushroom, and Hyaluronic acid help with signs of aging and protect your skin from pollutions. The highest grade oils deeply nourish and hydrate skin for a lightweight, beautiful bouncy finish.
8) Mara Universal Face Oil ($72)
Mara’s Universal Face Oil is actually created for all skin types, but we love, love, love it for oily skin. Superfood plant oils replenish and super-hydrate the skin, leaving it soft and glowing. Phytonutrients, vitamins A, B, C, D, E, and F allow for maximum protection against the sun, pollution, and “maskne” (a new one we have to deal with).
9) Biologique Recherche Creme Dermopurifiante ($96)
Biologique Recherche is a leading force in the French beauty scene and has made its way to vanities worldwide. This Purification Cream uses yeast extract to tighten the pores and leave skin smooth. Lavender and aloe then treat signs of acne all while deep hydration takes place. One of our favorites.
10) Mutha Face Oil ($110)
Hear us out, we know a face oil may seem counter-intuitive with oily skin, but it’s actually good in small doses. Mutha’s Face Oil is full of 22 nutrients to protect, hydrate, and repair the skin. With its antioxidant power and fatty oil, it rejuvenates and allows for quick skin absorption. We love it for a no-shine, make-up free glow.
11) Tata Harper Hyaluronic Gel Moisturizer ($116)
Tata’s rich gel moisturizer is perfect for having soft, supple, and youthful-looking skin. Botanical skincare is all the rage in beauty right now, and Tata uses 15 plus plant extracts to give their consumers quick, long-lasting results. This is one of the best moisturizers for oily skin.
