The best vegan moisturisers for oily & blemish-prone skin right now
One of the keys to keeping oily, combination or blemish-prone skin happy? The right daily moisturiser that will provide enough hydration without sending sebum production into overdrive.
Discover our updated round up of the best vegan moisturisers for oily skin - and for every budget!
The best vegan moisturisers for oily and blemish-prone skin under £40
Versed Dew Point Moisturising Gel-Cream
Want something that feels featherlight on the skin? This moisturiser boasts a refreshing gel-like texture that gets instantly absorbed.
Ideal for combination and oily skin, it is infused with soothing Aloe leaf and Sodium Hyaluronate ( a more stable alternative to Hyaluronic Acid).
In addition, the inclusion of natural antioxidants from Green Tea works wonders in calming inflammation.
RRP: £13.50 - Find it on Cult Beauty
Facetheory Supergel Oil-Free Moisturiser
Another oil-free moisturiser with a lightweight gel texture, this one is powered by Niacinamide and Salicylic acid working together to refine skin texture and prevent congestion.
The formula is also infused with soothing Chamomile and Aloe Vera.
RRP: £16- Find it on Facetheory
Green People Oil Balance Moisturiser
Dealing with adult breakouts? This prebiotic-infused moisturiser might be your saviour. It contains Inulin Prebiotics to fortify your skin's natural barrier against acne bacteria, as well as Pineapple Enzymes and Willow Bark to gently purify and reduce redness.
With a lightweight texture and a subtle scent of Rose Geranium essential oil (which has anti-inflammatory properties), it delivers long-lasting hydration without clogging pores.
RRP: £25.50 - Find it on Green People
Pai The Pioneer Mattifying Moisturiser
Ideal for restoring harmony to oily and combination skin, this silky moisturiser absorbs swiftly to leave a matte-satin finish that helps balance oil production and reduce blemishes and blackheads.
Free from pore-clogging ingredients, the formula includes soothing Geranium oil along with Omega-6 rich Thistle Oil that helps minimise the appearance of pores.
RRP: £34 - Find it on Naturisimo, Cult Beauty or Sephora UK
First Aid Beauty Oil-Control Moisturiser
Offering the same comfort as the brand’s signature moisturisers but in an ultra light, oil-free version, this moisturiser is formulated to control oil production and hydrate without clogging pores.
Alongside skin-refining Niacinamide and soothing Oat Extract, the formula is infused with Oil-Absorbing Microspheres, aka mineral powders that deliver an instant and long-lasting matte finish, keeping your T-zone shine-free all day long.
RRP: £34 - Find it on Sephora
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Ole Henriksen Cold Plunge Pore Remedy Moisturiser
Inspired by the Scandinavian sauna cycle, this cooling moisturiser is like a cold plunge for your skin.
It is packed with Salicylic acid, Menthol and Eucalyptus to control oil production, refine pores and smooth uneven texture. It also helps reduce the appearance of dark spots.
RRP: £41 - Find it on Ole Henriksen, Sephora or Cult Beauty
Dermalogica Active Moist Moisturiser
Powered by Dermalogica’s Prebiotic Moisture Complex and natural plant extracts, this moisturiser provides just the right level of hydration your oily skin needs whilst reinforcing its natural defence barrier.
The oil-free formula applies effortlessly and absorbs quickly, delivering a radiant but non-greasy finish.
RRP: £45 - Find it on Dermalogica or Sephora
Murad Oil and Pore Control Mattifier Broad Spectrum SPF 45
Saving you a step in your skincare routine, this formula combines the benefits of a moisturiser and a sun cream, especially tailored for oily skin.
This silky gel-cream leaves a velvety, shine-free finish and subtly blurs the appearance of pores using innovative oil-trapping microspheres.
Enriched with Avocado and African yellow wood bark extracts, it reduces the visibility of pores and makes the skin less prone to breakouts, resulting in a more refined and even complexion overtime.
RRP: £49 - Find it on Murad or Cult Beauty
Omorovicza Balancing Moisturiser
The ultimate luxurious moisturiser for those with oily/combination skin, providing long-lasting hydration without worsening congestion.
Infused with Pineapple and Rosemary extracts, this moisturiser offers enzymatic exfoliation, gently removing pore-clogging dead cells and debris without leaving your skin feeling exposed.
Real treat for your skin, it is also enriched with Omorovicza's signature 'Hydro Mineral Transference' system to ensure precious minerals penetrate deeply into the skin, where they promptly set to work on repair, rejuvenation and regeneration.
RRP: £95 - Find it on Omorovicza, Space NK or Cult Beauty
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