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This moisturizer is made with aloe vera, organic emollients and botanical extracts. It is perfect for all skin types including sensitive and acne prone skin.
The formula is pH adjusted to 5.5 to match skin’s natural acidic balance.
You can enjoy hydrated and moisturized skin without a greasy feeling.
Pros
All natural ingredients
Suitable for all skin types including acne prone skin
This moisturizing face cream hydrates combination and impure skin without leaving behind an oily film (see also "Best Face Wash For Oily Skin").
Its ingredients are soothing, toning and nourishing and the cream regulates the production of sebum. It also contains rice powder to obtain a matte finish.
Apply to your face and neck, morning and evening. You can also use it as a primer for makeup.
The active ingredients are phytocomplex with tamarind, apricot kernel oil, melissa water, hyaluronic acid and rice powder.
The pureBIO Primer for oily skin is perfect for absorbing excess sebum and creating a smooth and uniform effect.
As a base it lets you achieve a long lasting and perfect look for your makeup. It is a fast drying product which allows foundation to be applied soon after.
The results are a velvety, matte finish with no oily sheen.
This is an organic cosmetic which has been nickel tested. Ingredients include Jojoba seed oil.
First Botany’s aloe vera gel is a multi-purpose moisturizer and can be used on the face, body or hair.
As a facial moisturizer it is particularly beneficial for those with oily skin as it is light and fast absorbing. It leaves no sticky or greasy residue.
The gel is infused with tea tree oil so with the aloe vera it makes an excellent treatment to soothe acne and repair skin blemishes.
Powerful antioxidants and vitamins in the ingredients help to heal and balance your skin.
Lily Sado’s Honey Glow Milk + Manuka Radiance Cream is full of wonderful natural ingredients including manuka honey, coconut milk, apricot, cocoa butter, and collagen.
The smooth, silky texture is non-greasy making it ideal for oily skin.
This moisturizer has gotu kola and Japanese knot root, ingredients which have been used for centuries in Asia.
They help with hydration, circulation and skin cell regrowth. Soluble collagen and sodium hyaluronate help to control oil production to prevent blemishes.
When you are dealing with oily skin it is even more important to research any potential moisturizers to make sure that you are not going to aggravate the situation.
Choosing the wrong face cream can spell disaster for your skin and cause you to break out.
So there are some things that you should bear in mind before you go shopping for a new moisturizer for oily skin.
First you need to consider the texture of the moisturizer, making sure that it’s not too heavy and won’t lead to blocked pores or blackheads.
Next you will have to decide what type of moisturizer you want. Is it a daytime moisturizer, a night face cream or an under makeup hydration fluid?
The ingredients in moisturizers are typically listed as their chemical names and for the most part will mean nothing to you.
If you are interested in using natural ingredients you should be able to read the list of ingredients with ease. When there are unfamiliar ingredients, just look them up to see exactly what they are.
Finally, something that doesn’t so much affect your skin but your budget, the cost of a moisturizer.
This can be tricky to work out as it depends on the various sizes of containers, so it is worth careful scrutiny to make sure you’re not being overcharged for your face cream.
Texture
When you are deciding on a moisturizer for your skin the purpose is for hydration even when you have oily skin.
But some moisturizers can be quite heavy and thick, leaving your face feeling clogged and greasy.
The best texture for oily skin is a light one, with no sticky residue. Some of the best moisturizers are serums and gel creams which hydrate without heaviness.
A lotion type of hydration for oily skin is preferable over something that sits on the surface of your skin.
Of course, the time of day when you are using your moisturizer will also play a part.
A daytime moisturizer will sit under your makeup so will need to be light enough not to mess up your foundation.
At night after cleansing and toning, your moisturizer can go to work rehydrating your skin after a long day, this kind of moisturizer may be a heavier cream.
A daytime moisturizer should also have an SPF to protect your skin from the damaging effects of UV light.
Type Of Moisturizer
Day and nighttime skin care routines are, and should be different. When you have oily skin this distinction is even more important.
Using the wrong kind of moisturizer at the wrong time of day may cause your skin to break out in spots, blemishes or blackheads.
Lotions, serums and whipped mousse creams can be used in the morning as they melt into the skin and allow you to apply your makeup on top.
Moisturizers for oily skin should not clog pores but absorb into your skin so carefully choose a priming daytime moisturizer.
If you prefer you can choose a tinted moisturizer for daytime use which will reduce the chance of your pores getting clogged and causing a breakout.
Remember to use one that has a good SPF.
At night when you have removed your makeup, cleansed and toned your face you can apply an appropriate night moisturizer for oily skin.
These shouldn’t contain alcohol or oils such as coconut oil as these can be pore clogging ingredients.
Ingredients
One of the best ways to take care of your skin when you are dealing with excess sebum or oil is to use high quality natural ingredients.
However, don’t be put off by lists of long chemical names on your moisturizer as even natural ingredients have scientific names.
Similarly don’t be lulled by the adverts featuring photos of fruits, and flowers as often there will also be plenty of chemicals in the moisturizer too.
The key is to know what those long names are and what they mean for your oily skin.
There are some ingredients that you can easily spot in order to avoid for oily skin moisturizers.
Coconut oil should be avoided as it is too heavy and will block your pores.
Fragrant moisturizers or those containing alcohol should be avoided by those with oily skin.
Both of these ingredients are harsh and will strip the skin of its natural oil.
This is not what you want as skin that is dehydrated will simply produce more and more oil to protect itself from damage.
Cost
We are all concerned about how healthy our skin is but of course, good quality products come at a price.
You want to buy what is best for your skin but without having to skip meals to pay for it.
While high quality ingredients do cost more it is important to make sure you are getting a fair amount of product for what you are paying.
This is especially true when you are ordering face creams and moisturizers online and only have a photo and a price to guide you.
How do you know how much you are getting and whether you are paying a fair price for it?
The easiest way to do this is to look at the price per fluid ounce in the description, provided of course that it is given.
Most people don’t know what 50 ml or 1.7 fluid ounces is, so it helps to check the price per fluid ounce first.
If you have similar sized jars or bottles in your bathroom this can help you to compare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I Use Moisturizer If I Have Oily Skin?
You should still use moisturizer if you have oily skin as it helps to regulate oil production.
If you don’t moisturize, your skin will compensate and produce even more oil to hydrate itself.
What Should I Look For In A Moisturizer For Oily Skin?
Check the ingredients for glycerin, ceramides, hyaluronic acid, and shea butter. These will deeply hydrate even in a lightweight lotion.
Many of these ingredients work by attracting water to your skin and trapping it without feeling heavy or greasy.
How Do I Choose Moisturizer For Acne Prone Oily Skin?
Moisturizers with tea tree oil, hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid and glycerine are all good for oily, acne prone skin.
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