It is a common misconception that only dry skin needs to be moisturised: moisturisers are, in fact, a necessity in any skincare routine, no matter what your skin type.

They are important to fight dryness, sun damage, skin ageing, and weakened skin barriers, which are almost all problems that you could face, even if you have oily to combination skin..

Did you also know that moisturisers can be categorised by your skin type? There’re more intensive ones if you already naturally have dry skin, and ones that are more light-weight for those who have problems with oil production.

Check out the best moisturisers to use for your skin type in Singapore!

 

1. SK-II R.N.A Power Airy Milky Lotion

When it comes to finding the best moisturisers in the market, the SK-II R.N.A Power Airy Milky


Lotion definitely comes to mind. This award-winning moisturiser may be lightweight in texture,


but is certainly a heavy-weight in the anti-ageing department.

Formulated with PITERA (the star ingredient found in SK-II’s iconic Facial Treatment Essence)


and RNArchitect Complex, the Airy Milky Lotion helps to lock in moisture while providing skin


with deep nourishment.

The result? Beautiful skin that’s supple and elastic. And just like the rest of the SK-II R.N.A


Power line of products , it helps you achieve that desired youthful radiance.

Most users love how fluffy it feels and how its even, non-sticky texture makes it an amazing


makeup base too. You’ll also be pleased to know that its soft texture sits very well on skin and


feels comfortable even in our hot and humid climate.

The SK-II R.N.A Airy Milky Lotion is available at all SK-II counters islandwide at SGD149 (50g).


You can also buy the SK-II R.N.A Airy Milky Lotion online now.

Check out our SK-II R.N.A Airy Milky Lotion review!

2. Clinique Pep-Start HydroRush Moisturizer SPF 20

This daily moisturiser delivers not just hydration, but also UV protection. With its HydroRush moisture barrier technology, this product from Clinique helps your skin to resist external stressors and aggressors so that you can have a healthy-looking glow while being protected from harmful UV rays.

You can either wear it alone or under foundation as a prep for your makeup routine.

Clinique Pep-Start HydroRush Moisturizer SPF 20 retails in all Clinique, Sephora stores, and Sephora.sg at SGD15 (15ml) and SGD50 (50ml).

3. Vichy Aqualia Thermal Night Spa

Vichy’s moisturiser-cum-night-mask promises 24-hour hydration that is even better than a spa and, of course, this claim is backed by clinical results: upon application, water loss from the skin decreased by 13.5%, and hydration increased by 22.7%.

With a moisturiser as powerful as this, dewy skin is definitely attainable in no time

Vichy Aqualia Thermal Night Spa retails in all major pharmacies at SGD48. It is also available on Guardian Online and Lazada.

 4. Belif The True Cream Aqua Bomb

Clinically proven to provide a 70% increase in the skin’s hydration levels, this moisturiser from Belif is actually formulated to burst when applied so that it releases moisture into your skin.

It is an ultra-lightweight, oil-free gel-cream that’s definitely suitable for all skin types, even the oiliest of them all.

Belif The True Cream Aqua Bomb retails in all Belif stores, Sephora stores, Tangs, Hermo, and Althea for SGD38 to SGD54.

5. Philosophy Skincare Take A Deep Breath Night Oil-Free Detoxifying Gel-Balm

This moisturiser is fortified with the brand’s exclusive clean-air technology to energise skin and fight signs of ageing while you sleep. The lightweight and oil-free overnight gel-balm is the winner of “Best Night Moisturiser” at the Daily Vanity Beauty Awards 2018, and helps you wake up to ultra hydrated skin every morning.

Philosophy Skincare Take A Deep Breath Night Oil-Free Detoxifying Gel-Balm retails at SGD56 and is available at Sephora.

6. Kenzoki Moisturizing Jelly To Mattify

Winner of the “Best Splurge-Worthy Day Moisturiser” at the Daily Vanity Beauty Awards 2018, this moisturiser has a hydrating jelly texture that is quickly absorbed to quench thirsty skin.

But what makes it such a great moisturiser for those with oily skin is because of how it mattifies like “blotting paper” to keep excess sebum at bay while maintaining the hydration level in your skin.

Kenzoki Moisturizing Jelly To Mattify retails at SGD73 and is available at Sephora.

7. LANEIGE Water Bank Gel Cream EX

Infused with soothing plant extracts and formulated with Hydro Ion Mineral Water, LANEIGE Water Bank Gel Cream is a hydrating, skin-smoothing gel-cream that provides a burst of hydration for dry or irritated skin.

Designed to reduce skin redness, control excess sebum and prevent the clogging of pores, its gentle formula promises to give you a shine-free glow throughout the day.

LANEIGE Water Bank Gel Cream retails in all LANEIGE stores, Sephora stores, Sephora.sg, Tangs, Lazada, and Robinsons at SGD52 (50ml).

8. Bioderma Hydrabio Gel-Crème

This moisturiser from Bioderma contains a patented biological complex Aquagenium™ that generates immediate hydration that lasts the whole day.

What’s more, it’s also multi-functional: besides providing hydration, Bioderma’s Hydrabio Gel-Crème protects the skin against oxidative stress with Vitamin E, as well as eliminates dead skin cells for a healther skin inside-out.

Bioderma Hydrabio Gel-Crème retails in all major pharmacies, Watsons Online, and Robinsons at SGD41.90 (40ml).

9. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

If you’re worried about moisturising creams being too oily for your skin, fret not: Neutrogena’s unique water gel formula absorbs quickly, but has the long-lasting, intense moisturizing power of a cream.

It is formulated with hyaluronic acid, which acts as a sponge and absorbs up to 1,000 times its weight in water molecules before delivering them to dehydrated skin cells so that you can enjoy smoother skin.

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel retails in all major pharmacies, Watsons Online, Guardian Online, Lazada, FairPrice online, and Shopee at SGD19.90 (50g).

10. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream

Formulated with Imperata Cylindrica (Desert Plant) Root Extract and Antarcticine to help skin retain moisture,  Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream is quickly absorbed by the skin, and even produces an instant cooling effect upon application to help you feel refreshed.

Suitable for use in both day and night, it promises a 24-hour hydration and shine control so that you can look your best all day.

Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream retails in all Kiehl’s stores and Tangs at SGD48 for 50ML.

11. CNP Laboratory A-Clean Anti-Blemish Calming Cream

Oily skin is a major culprit that causes acne, so CNP Laboratory’s oil-free moisture cream not only hydrates your skin but also improves sensitive skin and reduces redness and inflammation.

This all-in-one cream regulates oil and moisture balance in your skin while reducing excess oil-shine and lightening post-acne blemishes.

CNP Laboratory A-Clean Anti-Blemish Calming Cream retails in selected Guardian stores at SGD68.

12. Hada Labo Arbutin Whitening Water Gel

This has a host of ingredients that are designed to offer skin brightening effects to skin. Great for those with dull complexion, pigmentation, and sallow-looking skin, this moisturiser also leaves skin feeling refreshed and hydrated. You’d probably also be happy to know that it’s the winner of “Best Budget-Friendly Gel Moisturiser” at the Daily Vanity Beauty Awards 2018!

Hada Labo Arbutin Whitening Water Gel retails at SGD28.90 and is available at major drugstores and Guardian online.

13. Bio essence Bio Treasure Aqua Skin-Dewy Droplet Gel

Formulated with a unique “Aqua Release” technology, this droplet gel offers skin a bunch of minerals and moisturising nutrients. T

Winner of “Best Budget-Friendly Day Moisturiser” at the Daily Vanity Beauty Awards 2018, this moisturiser transforms into aqua droplets the moment you apply it and leaves skin feeling hydrated, dewy, and soft all day.

BIo essence Bio Treasure Aqua Skin-Dewy Droplet Gel retails at SGD29.90 and is available at major drugstores, supermarkets, and RedMart.

14. FRESH Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream

FRESH’s lightweight formula uses time-release technology to balance hydration levels by attracting and sealing in moisture, so that you can have a soft, healthy-looking complexion that lasts up to 24 hours.

Users have highly recommended this cream, especially those who are facing the problem of flaking skin.

FRESH Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream retails in all FRESH stores, Sephora stores, and Sephora.sg at SGD70 (70ml).

15. su:m37 Water-Full Water Gel Cream

Looking for something that deliver instant freshness to your skin? Look no further than this refreshing and lightweight moisturiser. The gel-type cream doesn’t just hydrate skin deeply, but also helps improve the look of dull and tired-looking skin that’s damaged by UV rays and dry environments.

This is also the winner of “Best Splurge-Worthy Gel Moisturiser” at the Daily Vanity Beauty Awards 2018.

su:m37 Water-full Water Gel Cream retails at SGD108 and is available at all su:m37 counters and Tangs.com.

16. Innisfree Jeju Lava Seawater Lotion

Jeju lava seawater, which is said to have been seawater produced during the creation of Jeju Island, contains many special minerals which helsp your skin lock in moisture.

That is also exactly what this product from Innisfree promises to deliver to your skin. It is also formulated with brightening properties and suitable even for sensitive skin.

Innisfree Jeju Lava Seawater Lotion retails in all Innisfree stores and Hermo at SGD35.

17. Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream EX

One of the bestselling products by Korean luxury brand Sulwhasoo, this moisturiser has a long history in the brand’s product line because of the huge following it has.

Formulated with ginseng roots and flowers, this product has been improved over the years and is now even more concentrated than before to help skin restore its natural regeneration and defense ability.

The product has a rich cream texture that delivers anti-ageing benefits as well as soothe dry skin. It is also the winner of “Best Splurge-Worthy Cream Moisturiser” at the Daily Vanity Beauty Awards 2018.

Sulwhasoo Concentrated Ginseng Renewing Cream EX retails at SGD298 and is available at all Sulwhasoo boutiques and counters.

18. First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream

If you are looking for a moisturiser that is suitable for eczema-prone skin, First Aid Beauty may be the answer you’re looking for.

It not only promises to deliver “intense hydration for dry parched skin”, this moisturiser also claims to exfoliate the skin and reduce fine lines, so that you can have dewy and smooth skin even after getting stuck in air conditioning all day.

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream retails in all Sephora stores and Sephora.sg at SGD50 (170ml) and SGD60 (226ml). It also retails on LookFantastic.

19. Origins Make A Difference™ Plus+ Skin Rejuvenating Moisturizer

Formulated with Rose of Jericho, this moisturiser from Origins also contains lychee and watermelon.

Besides sounding and smelling delicious, these fruity ingredients are also high in moisture and help to repair the moisture deficiency in your dehydrated skin.

Origins Make A Difference™ Plus+ Skin Rejuvenating Moisturizer retails in all Origins counters, Sephora stores, Sephora.sg, and Lazada at SGD82 (50ml).

20. Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream

This light-textured daily hydrator is regarded by many beauty enthusiasts as their holy grail and we are not surprised why.

The winner of “Best Budget-Friendly Cream Moisturiser” at the Daily Vanity Beauty Awards 2018, this moisturiser is said to work even in very cold, dry or extreme conditions and has a host of ingredients that help reduce moisture loss. On top of that, it even draws and absorbs moisture from the air – how amazing is that!

Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream retails at SGD49 and is available at all Kiehl’s boutiques.

 

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