Don’t skip the moisturizer. Yes, that skincare tip is one you’ll hear from many dermatologists and beauty mavens. Aside from putting on sunscreen, the advice “moisturize, moisturize, moisturize" is one you should take to heart. But what about those who have oily skin, you say? It still matters. It’s easy to think that your skin doesn’t need the extra hydration because it has oil, but nope. While it seems counterintuitive to moisturize when you already have oily skin woes, but oily skin is not the same as hydrated skin. And you need hydrated (aka moisturized) skin because that promotes the health of your skin. Moreover, moisturizing your skin means possibly slowing down aging brought about by dehydration. Convinced yet? Here’s aour pick of the best moisturizer brands for oily skin available in the Philippines.
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Three properties of good moisturizers
Very Well Health breaks down the properties of good moisturizers, which are:
- occlusive – Keeps moisture in by forming a water-fighting film on top of the skin
- humectant – This carries water from the dermis to the epidermis, the outer layer of the skin
- emollient – This fills all the nooks of the skin to keep it smooth and supple. Look for emollients that are less greasy.
What to look for in a moisturizer
If you really want a systematized way of doing things, you can list all the attributes that you will need in a moisturizer for oily skin in the Philippines. Make sure you look for these:
- Features – This includes the ingredient list and other extras the product may throw in.
- Benefits – What does it do? Aside from the obvious benefit of hydration, is there anything else that this product can do for your skin?
Top 8 Moisturizers for oily skin in the Philippines
Top 8 Moisturizers for oily skin in the Philippines
 | Mama's Choice Daily Protection Face Moisturizer |  | View Details | Buy on Shopee |
 | Neurtogena Hydro Boost Water Gel | | View Details | Buy on Lazada |
 | The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors HA Surface Hydration Formula | | View Details | Buy on Lazada |
 | Cerave Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion | | View Details | Buy on Lazada |
 | Cetaphil Pro Acne Prone Oil-free Moisturizing Lotion SPF 25 | | View Details | Buy on Shopee |
 | Celeteque Acne Clearing Facial Moisturizer Gel | | View Details | Buy on Lazada |
 | Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer | | View Details | Buy on Sephora |
 | Human Nature Sunflower Premium Beauty Oil | | View Details | Buy on Human Nature |
Want to control oily skin, but also feel moisturized and be protected from UV? Mama’s Choice Daily Protection Face Moisturizer is your answer!
Mama’s Choice has done extensive research to provide you with the best formulation for oily and dull skin. It is made of natural ingredients such as rice extract and hyaluronic acid that soothes, calms, and hydrates all skin types.
It also acts as a mineral sunscreen that provides UVA and UVB protection of up to SPF 20+++. This face moisturizer contains rice extract, mineral sunscreen, and Hyaluronic Acid – ingredients that control oil, protect, and moisturize.
What we love about it
- features
- safe for pregnant and breastfeeding mamas
- expertly-formulated with natural ingredients
- free of toxins and harmful chemicals
- benefits
- has anti-inflammatory and calming effects, controls appearance of oil, and increases collagen synthesis
- protects skin from sun damage and the safest type of sunscreen for acne-prone, oily, or sensitive skin
- locks in moisture for eight hours and prevents skin from early aging
- price
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel
Who doesn’t know Neutrogena, right? This brand was discovered in Europe and was brought to the United States in the ’50s. It has an interesting story that you can read on their website.
But let’s get back to its product called Hydro Boost. It’s billed as the moisturizer that “hydrates from the inside out to help achieve glass skin." Don’t you just want glass skin? Perhaps this can help achieve that. Best of all, it’s a moisturizer made for different skin types so it will suit oily skin, even in the Philippines’ climate.
What we love about it
- features
- tested on Asian skin
- oil-free
- hypoallergenic
- non-comedogenic
- benefits
- penetrates the skin 2x deeper
- boosts the skin’s natural hyaluronic acid by 50%
- clinically proven to improve skin translucency, firmness, plumpness, and smoothness
- price
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The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors HA Surface Hydration Formula
The Ordinary is anything but ordinary. Aside from its cool packaging, this brand has gained a loyal following among many beauty enthusiasts because of its excellent products. Its moisturizer uses the power of amino acids, ceramides, and all the good stuff for your skin to give it adequate hydration.
What we love about it
- features
- no parabens and sulfates
- a non-greasy formulation that hydrates and enhances the skin’s natural moisturizing factors
- benefits
- replenishes lost moisture
- maintains healthy-looking skin
- provides enhanced barrier support
- price
Cerave Ultra-Light Moisturizing Lotion
If there’s one thing that you need to know about CeraVe, it’s this: All its products are made with ceramides, which promote a healthy skin barrier.
Ceramides restore the skin’s natural moisture and keep irritants at bay. This moisturizer is helpful because it brings back the natural moisture that’s lost due to the oiliness of your skin.
What we love about it
- features
- ultra-light
- offers broad-spectrum SPF 30 sunscreen
- matte finish (helpful for oily skin!)
- has hyaluronic acid and ceramides
- non-greasy
- benefits
- leaves the skin feeling supple but not oily
- sunscreen protects from sun damage
- won’t clog pores
- hydrates the skin
- price
Cetaphil Pro Acne Prone Oil-free Moisturizing Lotion SPF 25
Women who have sensitive skin know Cetaphil well. A lot of moms also swear by this brand’s baby products, too. This particular moisturizer right here is specifically for those who are prone to acne, which can come with oily skin. What’s good is that it also comes with sunscreen already so no need to slather another one after moisturizing your face.
What we love about it
- features
- lightweight formulation
- has SPF25
- ceramide precursor helps repair the damaged skin barrier
- benefits
- for acne-prone skin
- reduces shine and blemishes when used with the foam wash from the same line
- price
Celeteque Acne Clearing Facial Moisturizer Gel
This is one of the more affordable choices on this list, but Celeteque’s moisturizer doesn’t disappoint. Its oil-free formulation is a godsend for those who struggle with oily skin.
What we love about it
- features
- has salicylic acid that breaks down blockage in pores
- contains French spring water for smoothening and moisturization of the skin
- fragrance-free
- hypoallergenic
- benefits
- its Acnacidol content helps reduce sebum secretion and prevents the development of acne-causing bacteria
- price
Mario Badescu Oil Free Moisturizer
Okay, so this is on the high side in terms of price, but many women swear by the effectiveness of Mario Badescu products. It makes hydration possible without clogging your pores. It also features ingredients like lemongrass extract to brighten the skin and Allantoin to soothe and leave your skin smooth and supple.
What we love about it
- features
- lightweight
- oil-free
- best for combination, oil, or sensitive skin
- has skin-brightening lemongrass extract
- has soothing Allantoin
- benefits
- hydrates without clogging the pores
- price
Human Nature Sunflower Premium Beauty Oil
This won’t break the bank at only P174.75 for the 50ml. Sunflower oil helps keep the skin moisturized, and even if it’s an oil formulation, you can rest assured that it will not wreak havoc on your skin. On the contrary, because it’s non-comedogenic and doesn’t clog pores, it helps even out oils. That’s a win right there!
What we love about it
- features
- has moisturizing and nourishing vitamins A, D, and E
- benefits
- lightens dark spots
- moisturizes
- removes makeup, too
- price
