Your shiny T-zone might tell you otherwise, but moisturizing is a must even during the hottest days of the year. A light layer can save your skin from dehydration and excessive oil production—two giant culprits for breakouts and irritation.
Drop the heavy creams ASAP if you have oily/combo skin, and use these lightweight gel formulas instead:
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SHISEIDO Essential Energy Moisturizing Gel Cream, P2950, SM Beauty
A light gel cream with skin-energizing technology that combats dehydration and fine lines while giving the skin a fresh, dewy finish.
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L'OREAL Hydrafresh Anti-Shine Icy Gel, P395, Lazada
A cooling and shine-controlling moisturizer with zinc that helps regulate sebum production.
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CLARINS Hydra-Essentiel Cooling Gel, P3350, Rustan's
For skin that's always exposed to pollution and sudden temperature changes, this is a product that can help maintain your hydration levels without leaving you greasy at the end of the day.
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PURE BEAUTY Pink So Smooth Pudding Cream, P699, Watsons
This pink jelly-like product works double-time to brighten the skin and keep it supple all day long.
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PETER THOMAS ROTH Cucumber De-Tox Bouncy Hydrating Gel, P2600, SM Megamall
A fast-absorbing, cucumber-infused gel that delivers a refreshing matte finish.
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THE FACE SHOP Damyang Bamboo Fresh Soothing Gel, P295, Beautymnl
Stay cool all over with this soothing multi-purpose gel made out of 99% bamboo extract. You can use it on your body, too!
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INNISFREE Orchid Gel Cream, P1080, Althea
You don't have to look like a greaseball to get 'glass skin,' because this product is full antioxidants and nutrients from orchid elixir that'll keep your complexion firm and radiant.
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MAMONDE Rose Water Gel Cream, P750, Althea
This watery gel has the hydrating and soothing properties of rose water in a tub.
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HAPPY SKIN Beauty Oil-Controlling Moisturizer, P899, Happy Skin
An oil-controlling moisturizer that fights breakouts with salicylic acid and centella extract and brightens with vitamin C.
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NEUTROGENA Hydro Boost Gel SPF 30, P872, Watsons
This product will give you two skin essentials for the summer: hydration and sun protection.
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