8 oil-free moisturisers to hydrate oily skin

It is important to maintain an optimum oil-water ratio so that the skin doesn’t overproduce sebum. This is especially true for people with oily skin because dehydrated skin will lead to an overproduction of sebum, which in turn makes skin feel even more oily.

The solution: Pile on the hydration with lightweight moisturisers that quench thirsty skin but doesn’t leave an uncomfortable feeling afterwards. Here are the best eight to try:

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From Japanese beauty giant Shiseido’s skincare range to target millennials, this mattifying oil-free moisturiser regulates sebum production with antioxidant-rich loquat leaf cells. It also smooths and hydrates skin, while increasing skin’s resilience to external pollutants.

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This oil-free, lightweight moisturiser from local skincare brand Re:erth has a patented colostrom extract that is antibacterial and has vitamins B and E to nourish skin. Turmeric root extract also helps protect skin against inflammation and free radical damage.

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Lightweight moisturisers are great for people with oily skin because they do not sit on skin and add greasiness. This oil-free moisturiser keeps skin hydrated with boosters such as panax ginseng and coffee bean extracts and improves skin radiance at the same time.

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This oil-free moisturiser not only keeps skin hydrated, it also has Japanese Wild Rose to diminish the appearance of enlarged pores and Japanese Leopard Lily to regulate sebum production. Japanese green tea, rice and algae help impart a healthy radiance to skin. It also encourages cell turnover rate, leaving skin feeling velvety smooth too. It is non-comedogenic and free of synthetic fragrances, parabens and urea, which makes it suitable for those with sensitive skin too.

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For days when you want to go makeup-free, this oil-free tinted moisturiser gives a natural, second-skin feeling and a matte finish that is said to last the entire day. The SPF 20 is also good for those people who avoid sunscreens that leave a greasy finish.

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This is a super lightweight oil-free moisturiser that keeps skin hydrated up to 24 hours without leaving a greasy finish – great for people with oily skin who sleep in air-conditioned room. It uses a Clean-Shield Technology that protects skin against pollution to keep skin healthy and glowing. Plus, there is a variant of this moisturiser called Clinique ID, which allows you to add a custom cartridge to the gel to target your skin concern such as uneven texture, dull skin, wrinkles, uneven skin tone and irritated skin, at the same time (this version costs $75).

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This clean beauty brand’s products are free from chemicals and synthetic ingredients, which make them suitable for people with sensitive skin. This lightweight moisturiser has milk thistle and glycerine to protect against pollutants and nourish skin at the same time, and makes skin feel smoother and look brighter after application.

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This oil-free, paraben-free moisturiser employs a water-break gel-cream technology to keep skin plump and hydrated. It has Japanese algae that’s rich in amino acids and B vitamins to enhance skin elasticity and moisture. Plus, it also plumps up fine lines for a more youthful-looking complexion.

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