This gel-cream moisturizer is formulated specifically for younger skin types that tend to be oily and prone to breakouts. It aims to hydrate without adding excess oil or causing congestion.
Sephora price
$28.00
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Sephora reviews
4.5 / 5
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Glass take
4.5 / 5 overall fit
A solid choice for teens and tweens dealing with oiliness and blemishes. It hydrates without feeling heavy and contains ingredients that help calm the skin.
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A lightweight gel-cream for tweens and teens that effectively targets oily, blemish-prone skin and hydrates without clogging pores or a greasy after feel.
Use as the last step of your routine.
Gently massage a small amount onto clean, dry skin.
What Glass adds
A good, straightforward moisturizer for its target audience. The inclusion of soothing botanical extracts and a gentle exfoliant like citric acid makes it a sensible choice for managing oil and occasional blemishes.
Gentle yet effective
Users appreciate that this moisturizer helps manage oil and breakouts without causing irritation.
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Routine fit
Apply this as the final step in your skincare routine, after cleansing and any treatments, to lock in moisture.
Why it works
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Routine fit
Morning and Night
This moisturizer is suitable for both morning and evening use.
Glass rating
A solid choice for teens and tweens dealing with oiliness and blemishes. It hydrates without feeling heavy and contains ingredients that help calm the skin.
Texture
4.7 / 5
The gel-cream texture is lightweight and absorbs quickly, making it ideal for oily or combination skin types.
Hydration
4.4 / 5
Provides sufficient hydration for blemish-prone skin without feeling greasy or clogging pores.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
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The base of the formula.
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Hydration
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
Draws moisture into the skin, keeping it hydrated and supple.
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Hydration
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Humectant/Solvent
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0.0 / 10
A hydrating ingredient that also helps to improve the texture of the product.
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Hydration
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Absorbent
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1.0 / 10
Helps to absorb excess oil, giving the skin a more matte finish.
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Oil control
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Can sometimes feel drying if overused
Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A plant-derived emollient that softens and smooths the skin without feeling heavy.
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Softening skin
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A carbohydrate complex that binds to moisture, providing long-lasting hydration.
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Hydration
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Absorbent
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1.0 / 10
Helps to absorb excess oil and provides a smooth feel.
Usually helps with
Oil control
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Humectant/Preservative Booster
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0.0 / 10
Adds hydration and helps preserve the formula.
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Hydration
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Emollient/Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
A derivative of linoleic acid, which can help support the skin barrier.
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Skin barrier support
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Humectant
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0.0 / 10
A hydrating ingredient.
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Hydration
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Emulsifier/Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Derived from olive oil, it helps to bind oil and water and provides a smooth feel.
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Emulsifying, skin softening
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Emollient
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0.0 / 10
A stable, plant-derived oil that mimics the skin's natural sebum, providing lightweight moisture.
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Hydration, barrier support
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Antioxidant/Preservative Booster
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1.0 / 10
Helps protect the skin from environmental damage and boosts the preservative system.
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Antioxidant protection
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Thickener
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1.0 / 10
Gives the product its gel-cream texture.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
Works with Cetearyl Olivate to create a stable emulsion.
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Emulsifying
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Thickener/Absorbent
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1.0 / 10
Helps thicken the formula and can absorb some oil.
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Texture, oil absorption
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Amino Acid
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0.0 / 10
An amino acid that helps to maintain skin hydration and can support barrier function.
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Hydration, barrier support
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Emulsifier/Emollient
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0.0 / 10
Helps to mix oil and water and provides a smooth feel.
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Emulsifying, skin softening
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Emollient/Skin Conditioning
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1.0 / 10
Improves skin feel and can help with a smooth application.
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Skin feel
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
Green tea extract, rich in antioxidants that help protect skin from environmental stressors.
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Antioxidant protection, soothing
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Thickener
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0.0 / 10
A common thickening agent that improves product texture.
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Texture
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Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Chamomile extract, known for its calming and soothing properties.
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Soothing irritation
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Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
Plant-derived compounds with antioxidant benefits.
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Antioxidant protection
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Skin Conditioning
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2.0 / 10
Can help regulate sebum production and has anti-inflammatory properties.
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Oil control, anti-inflammatory
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May not be suitable for very sensitive skin
Antioxidant
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1.0 / 10
A potent antioxidant derived from green tea, offering protection against free radical damage.
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Antioxidant protection
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Sebum Regulator
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2.0 / 10
Often used to help control oiliness and reduce the appearance of pores.
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Oil control, pore appearance
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Antioxidant/Soothing
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2.0 / 10
Contains antioxidants and can help soothe the skin.
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Antioxidant protection, soothing
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Potential for photosensitivity or irritation in some individuals
Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Derived from licorice root, it has anti-inflammatory and soothing properties.
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Soothing irritation, redness reduction
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Soothing Agent
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1.0 / 10
Known for its cooling and calming effects on the skin.
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Soothing, calming
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Antioxidant/Anti-inflammatory
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2.0 / 10
A compound from Magnolia bark with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
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Antioxidant protection, soothing
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Antioxidant/Anti-inflammatory
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2.0 / 10
Another compound from Magnolia bark, working with Magnolol for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.
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Antioxidant protection, soothing
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Thickener
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0.0 / 10
Used to adjust the viscosity of the product.
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Texture
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Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
A gentle emulsifier that helps blend oil and water.
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Emulsifying
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Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
Another gentle emulsifier.
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Emulsifying
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Emulsifier
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0.0 / 10
Helps to stabilize the product's texture.
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Emulsifying
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Chelating Agent
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1.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability of the formula by binding to metal ions.
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Formula stability
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pH Adjuster/Exfoliant
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2.0 / 10
Helps to balance the pH of the formula and provides mild exfoliation.
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pH balance, exfoliation
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Can cause irritation or stinging if skin is sensitive or barrier is compromised
pH Adjuster
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0.0 / 10
A salt of citric acid used to adjust and buffer the pH.
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pH balance
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FAQ
Yes, it's specifically formulated as an oil-free gel-cream to hydrate oily and blemish-prone skin without feeling greasy.
Yes, this moisturizer is designed for tweens and teens dealing with common skin concerns like oiliness and breakouts.
It helps to hydrate, control oiliness, soothe redness, and address blemishes without clogging pores.
