Moisturiser is as much important for oily skin as it is for dry skin. Usually oily skin folks think that
applying moisturiser will stimulate the oil glands in skin to produce more oil. Which is totally false. Dehydration and constantly stripping skin oils with harsh chemicals and not adding any moisture back to the skin is triggering the increase oil production. Because it is a natural defence system of skin where skin tries to protect itself from environmental elements with oils as a protective barrier.
Today I am sharing my top favourite moisturisers for oily and
sensitive skin all year round. I do use some other moisturisers and oils time
to time but the ones I am sharing here are basics for me. They are tried and tested
and don’t break a bank other than one.
Let’s start with the one which is in my skincare routine
for so long, Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel. This moisturiser
is my all-time favourite. Light gel texture absorbs into skin immediately
without leaving any sticky residue behind. It makes skin so soft and hydrated. It
is perfect for summer time as it is very light weight. I find it also a great
moisturiser to use underneath makeup.
Avene Skin Recovery Cream is also non sticky slightly rich
moisturiser. It is suitable for sensitive skin. I use it mostly in winters and
specially after chemical exfoliation because of its rich nature and calming
properties. Read my full review along the glycolic acid based Cleanance mask from Avene.
Trilogy Rosehip Oil is another skin saviour for me. My skin
loves oils in spite of being oily. Rosehip oil has a lot of great properties. Regular
use of rosehip oil can fade the scars and reduce the appearance of fine lines
and wrinkles. It is perfect for lymphatic drainage massage too. I prefer
rosehip oil over other oils because it is not very oily and doesn’t clog pores.
I use oils at night. Oil can make moisturiser sinks into skin better as well.
The Body Shop Vitamin E cream is another cult classic. I don’t
like the seaweed moisturiser from TBS. It never worked for me but vitamin E is
great for daytime use in winters. It absorbs into skin nicely and doesn’t make
skin excessively shiny during the day.
Elemis Biotec Energizing day cream is the most expensive
one among all the moisturisers I have but its worth every penny. My skin gets dehydrated
very easily when the weather changes. It does not cop with the change very
efficiently. It always need a little kick and energizing cream is helping it in that
department. I also use the night cream from the range. You can read my full on
review here.
Honourable
Mentions
There are few other moisturisers which I quite like but I am
not owning them at the moment. However, I decided to mention these anyway to give you more options as
well.
Garnier Skin Naturals Soft Essentials 24hr nourishing daycream with grape water. It has such a long name but this is very beautiful
moisturiser. The link is for rose water cream which is slightly richer, more suitable for normal to dry skin but I couldn’t
find the grape water based cream on Boots website. However, you can find it in
stores. The grape water cream has very light texture and is great for daily use. I wash my face several times a day and constantly need a moisturiser
handy. It is economical and gets the job done.
Avene Cleanance MAT Mattifying Emulsion and Avene CleananceEXPERT are two other favourites from Avene. I am a huge fan of French
pharmacies and their products. Avene delivers quality products without a
huge price tag. Cleanance range is suitable for oily/blemish prone skin. Cleanance
MAT is perfect for summer times. It is mattifying moisturiser while hydrating
skin at the same time. Avene Cleanance EXPERT replaced my other favourite from
Avene which was Cleanance K and had some AHA and BHA in it but this is equally
good.
Oily skin beauties are always frustrated with shine and
take every possible step to keep it at bay. However, this is also true that
oily skin ages slightly at slower rate than other skin type. Because oil keeps
the skin supple and soft. Now you know how much is moisturiser essential for our
skin type.
Keep moisturising <3
Disclaimer: The reviews here are reflecting my thoughts only based on my experience. I always try to give my best opinion on every product I use. However, every product reacts differently on different skin type. I cannot guarantee that the product will work the same for you.
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I am totally hooked on all things Avene. They are honestly the best akin care range I know when it comes to moisturiser and purity. Love them! Interested to try the Clinique gel now too.
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Avene products are very nice and they actually work
DeleteI love the sound of the Elemis cream. I do have quite oily skin so will be bookmarking this!
ReplyDeleteGlad you enjoyed my post.
DeleteI love the Trilogy Rosehip Oil, it is so lovely on the skin x
ReplyDeleteI am really suffering with my skin at the moment so trying to use all natural products so I think I will try the Vitamin E one!
ReplyDeleteI have nothing for my skin at the moment! I'm going to be looking up some of these!
ReplyDeleteI love Liz Earle mouisturiser too, it is very light and nourishing. I also agree you can't go wrong with Elemis.
ReplyDeleteI've never really used any of these because my skin is more on the dry side but I think Origins are a great brand to use x
ReplyDeleteGreat picks. I absolutely love TBS Vitamin E moisturizer. Need to try Garnier Soft Essentials 24hr nourishing daycream too. Sounds good.
ReplyDeleteGarnier one is also very nice. You will like it
DeleteThe Vitamin E cream is amazing. I use that on my face after each time I wash it. Love it and have done for years.
ReplyDeleteLove your post on skin care, and TBS vitamin E cream works wonder for my combination skin <3
ReplyDeleteI love this post - I have eczema so I have to be careful with what I put on my skin, but the Avene products usually work really well for me!
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I have very oily skin and it can be so difficult to find things that work well, I'm actually using Aloe Vera gel at the moment and it's so hydrating but most importantly... it's super affordable! x
ReplyDeleteThat oil sounds very interesting. I have never heard of the brand so thanks for the introduction!
ReplyDeleteThanks for this wonderful guide it is really helpful for oily skin like me
ReplyDeleteGlamorous without the Guilt
I'm a dry skin type of girl but occasionally find that Clinique works best for me too.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great guide for those with oily skin. So handy.
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