general | April 06, 2026

The Best Moisturizers for Oily Skin in 2024, Tested by Grooming Editors

The texture of this moisturizer is really where it’s at—a super smooth gel-cream that’s easy to apply and doesn’t take a lot to get full coverage. It’s also packed with hydrating ingredients, of course, but also salicylic acid to help curb oil production throughout the day.

Testing Notes: This oil-controlling moisturizer earns its spot on our list because it just feels so damn good. We found we favored this texture above almost all the others on this list because it’s like a thick, milky gel that spreads easily without the need to use a lot. Once it sinks into your skin (quickly) it feels like absolutely nothing is there. We found the oil-controlling claims to be true, if bit hard to fully quantify except that we noticed less shine on our faces at the end of the day versus other moisturizers. Plus, you can’t argue with the fact that this tube is big so it lasts a really long time.

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