Finding the best moisturiser for combination skin sounds fairly straightforward on paper, but its actually more of a challenge than one may think. Thats why weve done you the service of scouting high and low for the best moisturisers that will make caring for combination skin that much easier.
From Cerave to Cetaphil, Aveeno to Byoma and La Roche-Posay, there is a range of combination skin moisturisers that will provide your skin with the most care and attention without breaking the bank (or breaking you out, for that matter). You can even get moisturisers with SPF for combination skin, too. Win-win.
With the winter months ahead, finding a moisturiser that will ensure your skin stays supple and soft even with skin-drying weather conditions is definitely a must. Winter weather is no joke no matter what skin type you have, and ensuring that dry skin doesnt get dryer is an important part of any skincare routine. Luckily though, winter moisturisers are also available for combo skin.
Closers best moisturisers for combination skin at a glance: Editors choice: Cetaphil Daily Defence Moisturiser, £14.50, on LookFantastic
Best budget-friendly moisturiser for combination skin: Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Moisturiser, £12.99, on Boots
Best natural moisturiser for combination skin: Aveeno Calm And Restore Moisturiser, £11.59, on Boots
Take a look below at our top picks of moisturisers for combination skin that are perfect for any budget. We absolutely love skincare that A) saves us some hard-earned cash and B) leaves us satisfied knowing our skin is getting the TLC it needs.
SHOP: The best moisturisers for combo skin 1. Cetaphil Daily Defence Moisturiser
Editors choice
Price:14.50www.lookfantastic.com
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A perfectly hydrating moisturiser for combination skin, complete with UVA/B photoprotection,
... read morePros ConsProsSPF 50Does not block poresConsSmall tube2. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Moisturiser
Best budget-friendly moisturiser for combination skin
on sale
Price:9.33 (was £12.99)www.boots.com
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Neutrogenas Hydro Boost formula is perfect for combination skin as it hydrates without leaving
... read morePros ConsProsSix times more hydration Leaves perfect dewy finishConsSome reviews say it takes longer to sink in than other creams3. Aveeno Calm And Restore Moisturiser
Best natural moisturiser for combination skin
on sale
Price:8.69 (was £11.59)www.boots.com
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A gel moisturiser with a formula containing soothing oats, Aveenos Calm and Restore moisturiser
... read morePros ConsProsLightweight formula Hypoallergenic ConsNot recommended to be used as a standalone product 4. Kiehls Ultra Facial Moisturiser
Best combination skin moisturiser for all skin types
on sale
Price:24.80 (was £31)www.lookfantastic.com
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Well, what can we say about Kiehls? They are some of the best in the business. Their Ultra Facial
... read morePros ConsProsLightweight formulaContains squalene ConsSlightly on the greasy side5. Byoma Moisturising Gel Cream
Best lightweight moisturiser for combination skin
Price:12.99www.cultbeauty.co.uk
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Byoma is known for its ultra-hydrating and skin-rejuvenating products, and its moisturising gel
... read morePros ConsProsUltra lightweight gel formulationPrevents breakouts ConsIsn't made specifically for combination skin 6. Vichy Minéral 89 72HR Moisture Boosting Cream
Best high-end moisturiser for combination skin
on sale
Price:14.74 (was £22)www.boots.com
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Vichy Mineral 89 72-Hr Hyaluronic Acid Moisture-Boosting Cream is suitable for all skin types,
... read morePros ConsProsFragrance-freeContains hyaluronic acid, squalane and vitamins B3 and EConsMore suitable for colder climates7. La Roche Posey Effaclar Moisturiser
Best year-round moisturiser for combination skin
Price:20www.cultbeauty.co.uk
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If you dont know La Roche Posay, all we can say is: get to know. Their products are specifically
... read morePros ConsProsPerfect for year-round moisture Mattifying to calm down oiliness of skinConsMay run out sooner than others Talking with the experts: BYOMA To find out more about combination skin, we spoke to Marc Elrick, CEO of leading skincare (and aesthetically pleasing brand) BYOMA and asked for some expert advice on the topic.
What are the signs of combination skin? If you see signs of oiliness in your t-zone (your forehead, down the nose, and to the chin), while your cheeks are dry or tight feeling, then its most likely that you have combination skin, says Marc.
He continues, saying that signs of oiliness can include shiny skin, larger-looking pores, blackheads or whiteheads in the t-zone, and signs of dryness on the cheeks can include flaking, red or rough/tight feeling skin.
Should you use separate moisturisers for combination skin? If youre dealing with both a dry and oily skin type, you might wonder whether or not you should opt for separate moisturisers in your daily routine.
Thankfully though, this is not necessary. Marc says that a lightweight, oil-free moisturiser is perfect for combination skin. He suggests using BYOMAs Gel Cream (as seen above) to tackle this issue. However, moisturisers for dry skin are available if youre looking to address the concern directly.
Emma Richardson is a Beauty Fashion Product Writer for Closer. She covers shopping, lifestyle, celebs and anything trending.
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