This gel-cream moisturizer is formulated to tackle shine and excess oil while still delivering essential hydration. Its lightweight texture makes it comfortable for daily use, especially for those who prefer a matte finish.
Sephora price
$49.00
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Sephora reviews
4.6 / 5
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Glass take
4.5 / 5 overall fit
A lightweight, oil-controlling moisturizer that hydrates without greasiness, ideal for oily and combination skin types concerned with shine and pores.
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View SephoraWhat Sephora says
An oil-free moisturizer that reduces visible shine and excess oil while boosting face hydration for nourished skin.
Apply face moisturizer to clean skin in the morning and at night.
Start with a generous quarter-size amount and evenly disperse onto cheeks, chin, forehead, and nose.
Using upward sweeping motions, smooth gently onto face to reveal fresh, hydrated skin.
What Glass adds
A solid choice for oily and combination skin that needs hydration without added heaviness or shine. It layers well and targets common concerns like pores and texture.
Daily wearability
Many users appreciate how well this moisturizer wears under makeup and keeps their skin looking matte throughout the day.
Texture and feel
The refreshing gel texture is frequently mentioned as a key benefit, especially in warmer weather.
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Routine fit
Apply this moisturizer after your serums and treatments, but before sunscreen in the morning. At night, it follows your serums and treatments as the final hydrating step.
Why it works
The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.
What it actually does well
Where it starts to feel redundant
Routine fit
Morning and Night
Suitable for both AM and PM routines. Use it after cleansing and any treatment steps. In the morning, follow with SPF.
Glass rating
A lightweight, oil-controlling moisturizer that hydrates without greasiness, ideal for oily and combination skin types concerned with shine and pores.
Texture
4.7 / 5
The gel-cream texture is instantly refreshing and absorbs quickly, leaving no sticky residue.
Oil Control
4.5 / 5
Effectively manages shine throughout the day without over-drying the skin.
Hydration
4.4 / 5
Provides sufficient hydration for oily and combination skin without feeling heavy.
Full ingredient breakdown
Solvent
Badness
0.0 / 10
The base of the formulation, providing hydration.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
Attracts water to the skin, helping to keep it moisturized and soft.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Humectant/Solvent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to draw moisture into the skin and improves product texture.
Usually helps with
Hydration, texture
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Active
Badness
2.0 / 10
A multi-tasking ingredient that helps with oil balance, pore appearance, and skin tone.
Usually helps with
Oiliness, visible pores, uneven tone
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Emollient/Occlusive
Badness
2.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and helps to create a protective barrier on the skin.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, barrier support
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Can feel heavy for some, though generally well-tolerated in rinse-off or lighter formulas.
Solvent/Astringent
Badness
4.0 / 10
Can help other ingredients penetrate the skin and has a drying effect, which may be beneficial for oil control but can be irritating for some.
Usually helps with
Oil control
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Potential for dryness and irritation, especially for sensitive skin.
Humectant
Badness
0.0 / 10
A moisturizing ingredient derived from sugar beets that helps to hydrate the skin.
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Hydration
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Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A lightweight, plant-derived emollient that softens and smooths the skin.
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Softening, smoothing
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Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A highly stable emollient that mimics the skin's natural oils, providing moisture without greasiness.
Usually helps with
Hydration, barrier support
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Thickener/Stabilizer
Badness
1.0 / 10
Used to give the product its gel-like texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Buffering Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Helps to maintain the pH of the product.
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Formulation stability
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Soothing Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Known for its soothing and hydrating properties.
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Soothing, hydration
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Amino Acid Derivative
Badness
1.0 / 10
May help to regulate sebum production and improve skin texture.
Usually helps with
Oil control, texture
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Skin-Conditioning Agent
Badness
1.0 / 10
Known for its anti-aging properties, helping to improve the appearance of fine lines.
Usually helps with
Anti-aging
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Exfoliant/Humectant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A PHA that offers gentle exfoliation and hydration. Less irritating than AHAs.
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Gentle exfoliation, hydration
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Can increase sun sensitivity.
Cooling Agent
Badness
3.0 / 10
Provides a cooling sensation on the skin.
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Refreshing feel
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Can be irritating for sensitive skin.
Fragrance Ingredient
Badness
3.0 / 10
A synthetic fragrance compound.
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Scent
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Potential allergen for sensitive skin.
Peptide
Badness
1.0 / 10
A peptide that may help to reduce inflammation and improve skin firmness.
Usually helps with
Firmness, anti-aging
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Peptide
Badness
1.0 / 10
A peptide that may help to stimulate collagen production and improve skin elasticity.
Usually helps with
Firmness, anti-aging
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pH Adjuster
Badness
1.0 / 10
Used to adjust the pH of the product.
Usually helps with
Formulation stability
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Chelating Agent
Badness
0.0 / 10
Helps to improve the stability and performance of the product.
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Formulation stability
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Sebum Regulator
Badness
2.0 / 10
Helps to control oil production and has mild astringent properties.
Usually helps with
Oil control
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Emulsifier/Emollient
Badness
0.0 / 10
A modified form of lecithin that helps to stabilize the emulsion and condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Emulsification, conditioning
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Absorbent
Badness
2.0 / 10
Helps to absorb excess oil and provides a matte finish.
Usually helps with
Oil absorption, mattifying
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Thickener
Badness
1.0 / 10
Used to thicken the product and improve its texture.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Absorbent
Badness
2.0 / 10
Helps to absorb oil and reduce shine.
Usually helps with
Oil absorption, mattifying
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Thickener
Badness
1.0 / 10
A common thickening agent used to create gel textures.
Usually helps with
Texture
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Emollient/Emulsifier
Badness
1.0 / 10
A fatty alcohol that helps to soften and smooth the skin, and stabilize the formula.
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Emollience, texture
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Emulsifier
Badness
0.0 / 10
A gentle, plant-derived emulsifier that helps to blend oil and water.
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Emulsification
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Emulsifier
Badness
2.0 / 10
Helps to disperse oils in water, often used in conjunction with fragrance.
Usually helps with
Emulsification
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Can be a skin irritant for some.
Humectant/pH Adjuster
Badness
1.0 / 10
A salt of lactic acid that helps to hydrate the skin and maintain pH.
Usually helps with
Hydration
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Emollient
Badness
2.0 / 10
A silicone that provides a smooth feel and helps to condition the skin.
Usually helps with
Smoothing, conditioning
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Fragrance Ingredient
Badness
3.0 / 10
A common fragrance component derived from citrus peels.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential allergen for sensitive skin.
Fragrance Ingredient
Badness
3.0 / 10
A naturally occurring fragrance compound found in many plants.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Potential allergen for sensitive skin.
Colorant
Badness
2.0 / 10
A synthetic colorant used to give the product its blue hue.
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Appearance
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Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
Helps to prevent microbial growth in the product.
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Preservation
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Preservative
Badness
2.0 / 10
A common preservative used to prevent bacterial contamination.
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Preservation
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Can be irritating for some.
Fragrance
Badness
5.0 / 10
Adds scent to the product.
Usually helps with
Scent
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Can be a common cause of skin irritation and allergic reactions.
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FAQ
Yes, this moisturizer is specifically formulated for oily and combination skin types. It helps control shine and excess oil while providing hydration.
While it contains beneficial ingredients, it also includes fragrance and alcohol denat., which can be irritating for some sensitive skin types. A patch test is recommended.
Yes, the formula contains niacinamide and Airlicium, which are known to help minimize the appearance of pores and absorb excess sebum.
