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Sun, Sea and Skincare: The Best Summer Moisturisers for All Skin Types

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When the summer heat kicks in, finding the right moisturiser is key to keeping your skin balanced and hydrated without feeling greasy.

Here are our best summer moisturisers for every skin type, so you can stay glowing all season long.

1. For Oily Skin

Look for lightweight, oil-free gel moisturisers that hydrate without clogging pores. Ingredients like hyaluronic acid and glycerin help lock in moisture while keeping shine under control. Try water-based formulas for a fresh, breathable finish.

SkiNcolab Top Pick: Nip+Fab Hyaluronic Fix Extreme4 Hybrid Gel Cream

A unique blend of deeply hydrating ingredients formulated in a lightweight, water-based hybrid gel cream, to quench skin’s thirst without feeling greasy.

2. For Dry Skin

Even in summer, dry skin needs moisture. Opt for a lightweight cream with hydrating ingredients like ceramides or squalane that replenish moisture without feeling heavy. A cream with aloe vera is perfect for soothing and hydrating sun-exposed skin.

SkiNcolab Top Pick: Skin Proud Daily Saviour Skin Restoring Cream

A daily moisturiser to protect and enhance your skin’s natural barrier.
This super hydrating, creamy moisturiser helps the skin maintain moisture and also helps protect against environmental stressors.

3. For Dull Skin

If your skin looks tired or lacks radiance, choose a moisturiser with brightening ingredients like vitamin C or niacinamide. These not only hydrate but also work to revive a dull complexion by boosting your natural glow and evening out skin tone.

SkiNcolab Top Pick: Erborian Yuza Crème Sorbet

A radiance boosting and protective Vitamin C face cream that will not only hydrate your skin, but fight visible signs of ageing and fine lines.

4. For Sensitive Skin

Stick to gentle, fragrance-free moisturisers with calming ingredients like chamomile or niacinamide to soothe irritation. Look for lightweight lotions that hydrate without causing redness or breakouts. 

SkiNcolab Top Pick: Mary & May Sensitive Soothing Gel Cream

A soothing moisturiser that locks in hydration and relieves redness with its soothing and hydrating formula.

5. For Combination Skin

Balancing oily and dry areas can be tricky, but a water-based moisturiser is ideal. It hydrates without leaving greasy residue, helping to balance moisture levels in both oily T-zones and drier areas.

SkiNcolab Top Pick: Laneige Water Bank Gel Moisturiser

A refreshing and lightweight soothing gel-cream that helps to balance the skin’s moisture level and sooth irritated skin.

No matter your skin type, a good summer moisturiser will keep your skin hydrated, healthy, and protected from the summer heat!

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