Looking for the right moisturizer for your face is no different from picking clothes to wear. Every body has different needs, and the exact same goes for your skin. Not one moisturizer will work for every single person, so it's crucial to make your choice according to your personal needs. The most important factor to consider is your skin type, since it determines the amount of moisture and hydration you need and what texture will work best. In fact, being familiar with your skin type will make choosing the best skincare (not just moisturizer) for you a lot easier.
Scroll ahead for our complete guide on the best moisturizer and skin type combos!
Best Face Moisturizer for Dry Skin: Cream
Dry skin is the complexion type that benefits the most out of moisturizers. It not only will help you address dehydration and lack of moisture, but it'll help your keep moisture in instead of simply evaporating. The best formulas and textures for this skin type are creams, or even thick balms and lotions that'll give you that smooth slip.
Some ingredients that are great to have in dry skin-friendly moisturizers are emollients (oils), humectants (glycerin, hyaluronic acid), and for extra parched skin, occlusives (petrolatum, mineral oil, jojoba oil). These will hydrate, moisturize, and seal everything in to get rid of that tight, uncomfortable feeling.
Try:
Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Cream
Ceramidin Cream, P2970, DR. JART+, Lazada
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré
Lait-Crème Concentré, P1120, EMBRYOLISSE, Lazada
Best Face Moisturizer for Mature Skin: Cream
Most mature skin types are on the dry side, so moisturizers for dry skin would generally work well for it. That said, mature complexions tend to have additional skin concerns like texture from fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging, all of which require other components that aren't typically found in a plain cream. Textures that are thicker, more emollient are preferred since these help moisture to stay longer on the skin!
Try:
Dior Capture Totale Super Potent Rich Creme
Capture Totale Super Potent Rich Creme, price unavailable, DIOR, The Podium
Shiseido Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Cream Enriched
Vital Perfection Uplifting and Firming Cream Enriched, P6200, SHISEIDO, Rustan's
Best Face Moisturizer for Oily Skin: Gel, Water-Based
Oily skin types definitely still need moisturizer if you tend to experience a tight, uncomfortable feeling or struggle with dry patches. But for the sake of comfort, it's important to choose formulas that are lightweight. Steer clear from heavy creams and instead go for water-based or gel moisturizers that absorb quickly into the skin. Oil-free, non-comedogenic formulas are generally recommended for this skin type, too, but non-greasy moisturizers with a tiny concentration of oil is totally fine—as long as it doesn't break you out, it should be good to go! Try to look for humectant ingredients like hyaluronic acid, glycerin, and aloe vera as well, and avoid anything with too much alcohol (a little bit won't hurt!) that will overdry your skin.
Try:
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel
Hydro Boost Water Gel, P898, NEUTROGENA, Watsons
Celeteque Hydration Facial Moisturizer
Hydration Facial Moisturizer, P250, CELETEQUE, Watsons
Best Face Moisturizer for Combination Skin: Gel-Cream
Combination skin is quite literally a combination of two skin types: Dry and oily. Most people with this complexion have an oily T-zone and a dry outer perimeter, but others develop this combo during the summer when getting greasy is almost inevitable.
The right moisturizer for this skin type depends on how dry or oily you are. Though if you're looking for a no-brainer that can work for both concerns, you can't go wrong with gel-cream moisturizers. As the name suggests, these have the lightweight, fast-absorbing perks of a gel combined with the nourishing feel of a face cream. By using this type of texture, your oily side stays comfortable and your dry areas are saved from being parched all at once.
Try:
Hada Labo Hydrating Light Cream
Hydrating Light Cream, P850, HADA LABO, Zalora
Avène Hydrance Optimale Aqua Cream-In-Gel
Hydrance Optimale Aqua Cream-In-Gel, P2200, AVENE, Watsons
Best Face Moisturizer for Sensitive Skin: Fragrance-free
Oily, dry, and combination complexions can all be considered sensitive. It just means that you reacts negatively to many products easily either by turning red or developing rashes. It's best to consult a board-certified dermatologist to determine what products you should avoid. But to be on the safe side, you can try staying away from moisturizers with fragrance (be it synthetic or fragrance from essential oils) since these are more likely to cause allergic reactions in many skin types. The more basic the formula, the better! Lastly, don't forget to choose a texture that fits your skin type.
Try:
Cetaphil Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF15
Daily Facial Moisturizer SPF15, P944, CETAPHIL, Shopee
First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream
Ultra Repair Cream, P800 (56.7g), FIRST AID BEAUTY, Sephora.ph
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