These Lightweight Moisturisers Won't Impact Oily, Breakout-Prone Skin

The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

Simple, affordable and easy to use, The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA contains everything that’s necessary to keep the skin hydrated but without too many occlusive ingredients that will leave you greasy. There’s hyaluronic acid, glycerin, saccharides and sodium PCA — otherwise known as humectants that will draw water into the skin, keeping it fresh and bouncy. Pat it onto damp skin for best results. 

Yves Saint Laurent Pure Shots Perfect Plumper Cream

If you love the idea of luxury brands but don’t want to end up with a heavy moisturiser, YSL’s Perfect Plumper Cream is probably your next holy grail. The light, creamy formula gives your skin that soft, glowy finish, but it’s not rich or too buttery, so it sits lightly on the skin. Think of it as the perfect base for a no makeup makeup look. 

KORA Organics Purifying Moisturiser

Light and silky, this certified organic moisturiser is a top pick for oily skin. It’s boosted with lemon, green tea, pomegranate and licorice root to brighten and rebalance, while aloe, glycerin and rosehip oil keep the complexion soft and nourished. 

Skinstitut Moisture Defence for Oily Skin *back in stock soon

Made especially for shiny, breakout-prone complexions, this moisturiser comes with zinc, niacinamide and squalane to refine and brighten while adding back moisture. It has a feather-light matte finish, so won’t feel like it's dripping off your face come lunchtime. 

Antipodes Baptise H2O Ultra-Hydrating Water Gel 

Oily folk will know that sometimes, a lightweight gel is better than a cream to give you glow without the grease. Antipodes have nailed just that with this light, water-based jelly that provides ample hydration for normal to oilier complexions. It also comes with antibacterial properties, thanks to the inclusion of nourishing manuka honey.