There’s A Water-Based Moisturiser Out There For Everyone

Whether it’s summer, winter, monsoon or spring- moisturising your skin remains one of the essential steps in any skincare regime, regardless of your skin type. There is a wide array of options out there for skin hydration, like rich, oil-based creams or lightweight, water-based moisturisers. Choosing the right one for your skin can make all the difference in how it looks and feels.

What's The Difference Between Water And Oil-Based Moisturisers?

“Water-based moisturisers contain high levels of humectants in their composition which can be defined as compounds that attract moisture from the atmosphere and do not form a film on the skin or block pores. Whereas cream-based moisturisers contain more creams or emollients in their composition and are more suited for dry skin,” says Bengaluru-based celebrity dermatologist Dr Chytra Anand.

“Water-based moisturisers work well for oily and combination skin due to their non-comedogenic properties,” says Dr Chytra, adding, “However, people should keenly scrutinise the composition of a water-based moisturiser before deciding to procure one. The composition of the water-based moisturiser varies according to the skin type. For oily and combination skin, one should look for anti-bacterial elements like salicylic acid that prevent zit formation and acne aggravation. People with dry skin should opt for a cream water cream-based formulation and layer their water-based moisturiser with occlusives to reduce flaking.”

While all kinds of moisturisers have their pros and cons, water-based moisturisers are the most versatile and perform well on most skin types. If you are looking for a water-based moisturiser to add to your vanity, here are a few picks as per your skin type.

Water-based Moisturisers as per Skin Type to add To your Vanity

For Oily Skin

Tatcha, The Water Cream (buy it here)

Paula’s Choice Oil Free Moisturiser (buy it here)

Forest Essentials Light Weight Hydrating Facial Gel (buy it here)

Cos-RX Ultra Moisturizing Lotion with Birch Sap (buy it here)

Gabit Salicylic Acid and Green Tea Moisturiser (buy it here)

Clinique Moisture Surge 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator Moisturiser (buy it here)

For Dry Skin

Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Intensive Moisturizer (buy it here)

Plum 2% Niacinamide & Rice Water Gel Cream (buy it here)

Neutrogena Hydro Boost Hyaluronic Acid Nourishing Cream (buy it here)

Bubble Skincare Water Cream Moisturiser (buy it here)

DENAMA Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer Gel (buy it here)

For Combination Skin

Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Creme (buy it here)

Put simply Hydrating Gel Face Korean Moisturizer For Dry, Oily & Combination Skin (buy it here)

Belif The True Cream Aqua Bomb (buy it here)

Klairs Fundamental Water Gel Cream (buy it here)

For Sensitive Skin

Aqualogica Illuminate + Hydra Gel Moisturizer (buy it here)

Krave Beauty Oat So Simple Water Creme (buy it here)

Dermalogica Calm Water Gel Face Moisturiser for Sensitive Skin (buy it here)

Quench Ultra Light Korean Moisturizer (buy it here)

So, which of these moisturisers do you think deserves a place in your vanity?