13 Moisturisers You Need In Your Life If You Have Acne-Prone Skin
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13 Moisturisers You Need In Your Life If You Have Acne-Prone Skin
If you have acne-prone skin, finding a moisturiser that works for you can be like soothing a crying baby; you're not sure what it needs or what you've done to upset it, so it's a guessing game on what will calm it down and not make the problem worse.
Hydration can sometimes feel like the enemy but finding the right balance is key. 'Even if you have oily skin using a moisturiser as part of your regime is advisable to protect the skin from environmental conditions that can cause dehydration; even if your skin is oily it can still be dehydrated,' says skin health expert and clinic founder Dija Ayodele, who advises on looking for formulas that contain decongesting ingredients such as salicylic acid.
Whilst it might be tempting to chuck the thickest creams on to relieve that tight feeling you get from dehydrated skin, it normally goes the other way and ends up making skin oilier and more prone to spots popping up. 'Avoid moisturisers that are really heavy in consistency and opt for oil-free products,' confirms Ayodele, 'these will lessen the excess oil you add to the surface of your skin.'
And where there's a will, there's a way. We've rounded up the best moisturisers for blemish-prone skin to help eradicate any spots and pimples to leave you with skin that's matte and totally spot-free.
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Summer Fridays Cloud Dew Oil-Free Gel Cream Moisturizer - £39
We love the texture of this gel-cream: bouncy, silky smooth, almost sorbet-like. Three different weights of hyaluronic acid are packed in to deliver hydration from within, with ceramides to keep the skin extra juicy. All without any oil.
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Murad Blemish Clarifying Oil Free Water Gel - £38
If you don't want to compromise on skin-quenching qualities when it comes to your daily moisturiser, try switching it up for this water gel. Incredibly light weight, it sinks into skin so quickly, with no stickiness, and no clogged pores. Especially good on the forehead and t-zone.
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SkinCeuticals Daily Moisture Cream - £70
Not only does this non-greasy moisturiser give long-lasting hydration, you know that shine without shine?, but it also helps to blur the appearance of pores. Where do we sign?
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Kate Somerville Oil-Free Moisturizer - £59
Skincare expert Kate has been treating and perfecting faces for 30 years, so she knows that different skin types need different menus. Her oil-free moisturiser contains oil-absorbing microspheres, that will keep skin mattified all day long.
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Dr Sam Bunting Flawless Moisturiser Light - £22
Dr Sam's range is beloved by many a beauty editor, AND is reasonably priced too, meaning you can get a taste of it without breaking the bank. This lightweight version of her moisturiser is a perfect, unfussy, unscented, whack-it-on cream.
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Clinique Dramatically Different Hydrating Jelly - £31
Jelly textures are acne-prone skin’s best friend. Not only are they super lightweight, so won’t leave pores clogged or skin feeling slick, they also provide oily skin with deep hydration it actually needs, sans the greasiness. In this case, it hydrates skin for 24 hours with a blend of cucumber and hyaluronic acid and is completely oil-free.
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Dr Dennis Gross Skincare Hyaluronic Marine Oil-Free Moisture Cushion - £59
If we could imagine what applying a cloud of hydration would feel like, this would be it. Rich in amino acids, vitamin B and hyaluronic acid, this is dehydrated skin's dream combination. The best bit? It’s completely oil-free which means you get all the hydration without upsetting your skin’s delicate balance.
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Dr Barbara Sturm Clarifying Face Cream - £135
If you find you get the odd large spot now and again but still want skin to appear glowy, this provides the best of both worlds. Enriched with zinc, it manages to soothe any irritation and counteract redness whilst still leaving skin with a plumped and dewy finish - no oiliness involved.
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CeraVe Facial Moisturising Lotion SPF25 - £13
This consists of skin friendly ingredients, hyaluronic acid and ceramides to instantly plump skin. If you find you get breakouts due to sensitivity, this contains no fragrance and a solid dose of SPF25 to keep skin as protected and calm as possible.
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La Roche Posay Effaclar Duo (+) Moisturiser - £17
When it comes to blemishes, La Roche Posay are famous for being able to tackle any spot that you throw at it. Containing salicylic acid, this works to unblock pores and control sebum levels so you’re not only less likely to get future breakouts but with the addition of zinc, it helps to get rid of the spots you currently have too.
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Paula’s Choice Clear Oil-Free Moisturiser - £34
This contains are favourite fruity antioxidants: blueberry and pumpkin, as well as niacinamide and ceramides to create the ideal spot-fighting team. This sheer moisturiser helps reinforce the skin’s natural barrier whilst simultaneously minimising the dark spot aftermath of a breakout.
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REN Clean Skincare Clearcalm 3 Replenishing Gel Cream - £29
Free from toxins and any harsh nasties that aggravate skin, this is the skincare equivalent of a meditation session. The liquorice and seaweed extract works to rapidly cool and soothe any inflamed areas to leave you with happier skin.
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