If youre anything like me, then youll covet practically every product in the Clinique skincare range. From DDML (Dramatically Different Moisturising Lotion, for those not in the know) to All About Eyes, Clinique has got quite the bounty of skincare goodies under its belt.

　　But, the holy grail of all Clinique products has got to be their failsafe moisturiser, Moisture Surge. Ive been recommending this to friends of all skin types for at least five years now, and practically all of them love it. It keeps oily skin at bay, the intense version is an excellent option for particularly dry skin, and its fragrance free, which is a big tick for sensitive skin types.

　　So, whats the caviat? Well, reader, its the price. While I love a skincare splurge as much as the next person, I simply cannot afford a tub of £25+ moisturiser every two to three months, especially on top of all the other skincare potions and lotions that Ive got running out.

　　Thankfully, there is a solution and it wont break the bank. Neutrogena have come to the Moisture Surge-lovers rescue and brought the next best thing at a mere fraction of the price. Introducing the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel moisturiser. Amazing, right?

　　Is the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel actually good? The question on all of your minds right now, Id imagine. Well, to answer it in short - yes, it is.

　　Like Moisture Surge, the Hydro Boost gel uses hyaluronic acid to attract moisture and keep the surface of the skin super hydrated. Plus, it uses Trehalose - a botanical ingredient that works to bind moisture to the skin in a similar way to aloe vera (one of the ingredients in Moisture Surge).

　　For dryer skin types, Neutrogena have gone that one step further with their Hydro Boost Gel Cream, which serves as a dupe for the Clinique Moisture Surge Intense. In this version, for the same price, the company have created a moisturiser that is proven to lock in moisture for up to 48 hours, while the gel, by comparison, keeps skin hydrated all day.

　　How does the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel feel on the skin? The Hydro Boost gel has a very similar feel to Moisture Surge (very lightweight and instantly hydrating, for those who havent tried it) and it smells great, too.

　　The smell is one slight difference in the two products, as Cliniques is fragrance free but, while the gel version very clearly states parfum on its ingredients list, the gel cream does not. For that reason, if you fall into the sensitive skin category, I would recommend the Hydro Boost Gel Cream.

　　Another slight difference between the Clinique and Neutrogena products is the feel of your skin after youve applied. With Moisture Surge, Ive always felt as though nothing is on my skin when Ive applied it (and I can be quite generous with the product...) but, with the Hydro Gel, you can feel the product on your skin once its sunk in.

　　Thats not to say its heavy or uncomfortable. No, I would describe the feeling as akin to applying the Smashbox Photo Finish primer (which is hella good, by the way). If Im 100 per cent honest, I find the Hydro Gel doubles as a primer, smoothing over any bumps or acne before I apply my make-up. And hey, who doesnt love a multi-purpose product?

　　So, are you ready for your most hydrated, dewy, and youthful skin yet? Well look no further, because weve got all the products right here.

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　　1BootsNeutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel Moisturiser for Normal to Combination Skin 50ml A skincare find for normal to oily skin, with hyaluronic acid, for less than a tenner? Take all our money, tbh.

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　　2BootsNeutrogena Hydro Boost Gel Cream Moisturiser for Dry Skin 50ml A fragrance-free, wallet-friendly dry-skin solution. Well be adding this straight to our basket.

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　　How to pick the right moisturiser for you? So, youre on your way to glowy AF skin, but have you thought about going that teensy step further? What do you mean? You ask. Well, picking a moisturiser that suits your skin is super important, but its also important to make sure that everything else youre applying is meeting your skins targets.

　　When we say targets, we mean the things youd like to fix depending on your current skin concerns. Whether its dry skin, sensitive skin or acne prone skin, be sure to pick a moisturiser to suit your skin. Everyones skin is different, so one moisturiser might not work for the next. The only method is to read reviews, and try them for yourself!

　　Lucy Smith is a contributing writer for Closer. Her favourite things to write about are skincare, interiors and fashion, with Love Island coming in fourth when it rolls around each summer, too.