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Best Lightweight Face Creams & Gels for Oily Skin

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When choosing products for oily and acne-prone skin, you need ingredients that fight bacteria and inflammation while controlling oil, all within a lightweight, non-clogging formula.
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Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

 
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Gel Texture, Hyaluronic Acid. An affordable, oil-free, water-based gel that provides intense hydration without any heavy feel.
Neutrogena Hydro Boost SPF 25 Water Gel

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat Oil-Free Mattifying Moisturizer

 
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Mattifying Gel-Cream, Sebulyse Technology. Specifically formulated to neutralize shine by targeting excess sebum production.
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat Oil-Free Moisturizer

Tatcha The Water Cream

 
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Water-Burst Cream, Japanese Botanicals. A luxurious, oil-free formula that hydrates deeply and leaves a smooth, semi-matte finish.
The Water Cream Lightweight Pore-Refining Moisturizer

CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion

 
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Ultra-Light Lotion, Niacinamide, Ceramides. A simple, dermatologist-approved formula that repairs the skin barrier and helps regulate oil production overnight.
CeraVe PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion 3oz

The INKEY List Omega Water Cream

 
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Water-Based Gel-Cream, Niacinamide. A clean, featherlight option that delivers essential hydration and helps control oil with Niacinamide.
The INKEY List EU Omega Water Cream Oil Free Moisturizer

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel-Cream

 
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Cooling Gel-Cream, Oil-Free. Provides 24-hour hydration with a refreshing, non-greasy feel, ideal for warmer climates.
Beli KIEHL'S Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream

Caudalie Vinopure Moisturizing Mattifying Fluid

 
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Fluid Lotion, Polyphenols. A natural-based option that hydrates, reduces imperfections (like blackheads), and offers a long-lasting matte finish.
Caudalie Vinopure Moisturizing Mattifying Fluid

CeraVe Oil Control Moisturizing Gel-Cream

 
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Gel-Cream, Niacinamide, Oil-Absorbing Technology. A newer CeraVe product specifically engineered to reduce shine and minimize the look of pores.
CeraVe Oil Control Moisturizing Gel-Cream

Paula's Choice Invisible Finish Moisture Gel

 
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Invisible Gel, Antioxidants. An ultra-light gel packed with antioxidants that feels virtually weightless and leaves a smooth, shine-free finish.
SKIN BALANCING Invisible Finish Moisture Gel

Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream

 
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Cloud-Like Cream, Hyaluronic Acid. Highly concentrated with Hyaluronic Acid for maximum, yet lightweight, hydration. Great for sensitive oily skin.
Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream Hydrating Moisturizer|1.7 fl oz

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel

 
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Gel Formula, Oil-Free. A classic, non-comedogenic gel developed by dermatologists to maintain the skin’s moisture balance without clogging pores.
Dramatically Different™ Moisturizing Lotion+

Cetaphil Pro Oil Absorbing Moisturizer SPF 30

 
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Oil-Absorbing Lotion, SPF 30. A great daytime 2-in-1 product that hydrates and provides sun protection while absorbing surface oil for a matte look.
Cetaphil Daily Oil Free Moisturizer SPF 35
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