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Jack Black Clean Break Oil-Free Moisturizer

This moisturizer is designed to be a no-fuss, effective hydrator. Its oil-free formula is a key feature, making it suitable for those who want to avoid excess shine. The texture is a standout, transforming into a light gel-cream that absorbs easily.

Sephora price

$32.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.4 / 5

About 96 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Best for Dry SkinVeganOil FreeBest for Oily, Combo, Normal SkinWithout ParabensCruelty-Free

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Glass take

4.4 / 5 overall fit

A lightweight, oil-free moisturizer that provides hydration and antioxidant benefits without leaving a greasy residue. It's a solid choice for most skin types, especially those prone to oiliness or looking for a shine-free finish.

Jack Black Clean Break Oil-Free Moisturizer

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A daily, oil-free facial moisturizer that leaves skin refreshed and shine-free. Solutions for: - Dullness and uneven texture - Oiliness - Uneven skin tone If you want to know more… Clean Break™ offers oil-free hydration and antioxidant protection while helping improve skin tone and texture. It emulsifies upon contact into an ultra-light, transparent gel-cream with a cool and soothing sensation.

Apply to clean face and neck morning and night.

If exposing skin to the sun, always apply sunscreen first.

Avoid eye contact. If product enters eyes, rinse with water.

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

Jack Black's Clean Break Oil-Free Moisturizer is a straightforward hydrator that delivers on its promise of being oil-free and lightweight. It's a good option for daily use, particularly for those with oily or combination skin who need moisture without added greasiness. The inclusion of niacinamide and antioxidants adds a layer of skin-benefiting ingredients.

Lightweight feel

Users consistently praise the moisturizer's light texture and how quickly it absorbs, leaving skin feeling refreshed and not greasy.

Good for oily skin

Many reviewers with oily or combination skin find this to be an excellent daily moisturizer that controls shine.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Oily and combination skin
Those seeking a lightweight, shine-free moisturizer
Daily hydration with antioxidant support

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You have very dry skin and need intense, occlusive hydration
You prefer richer, cream-based moisturizers

Routine fit

Where this fits in your routine

Apply this moisturizer after cleansing and any treatment serums, both in the morning and at night. If using in the morning and you'll be exposed to the sun, be sure to follow with a dedicated sunscreen.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

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

Oil-free formula
Lightweight, fast-absorbing texture
Contains niacinamide and white tea extract
Suitable for most skin types

Where it starts to feel redundant

May not be hydrating enough for very dry skin
Minimal active ingredients beyond niacinamide and antioxidants

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Morning and Night

This moisturizer is suitable for both morning and evening application as the final step in your skincare routine, after serums and treatments.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.4/ 5 overall

Texture

4.5 / 5

The gel-cream texture is ultra-light and emulsifies quickly, feeling cool and soothing on the skin.

Hydration

4.3 / 5

Provides good hydration for normal to oily skin without feeling heavy or occlusive.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Water

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base for most skincare formulations.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emollient

Cyclopentasiloxane

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone that provides a smooth feel and helps with product spreadability. It can be occlusive for some.

Usually helps with

Smooth texture

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Can feel heavy or pore-clogging for acne-prone skin

Emollient

Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A synthetic ester that provides a smooth, non-greasy feel and helps to soften the skin.

Usually helps with

Softening skin

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Active

Niacinamide

Badness

2.0 / 10

A versatile ingredient that helps with oil control, pore appearance, uneven tone, and barrier support.

Usually helps with

Oiliness, visible pores, uneven tone, barrier support

Watch for

Can cause flushing or irritation in sensitive individuals at higher concentrations

Humectant

Sodium Hyaluronate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A salt form of hyaluronic acid that draws moisture into the skin for hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Antioxidant

Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Extract*

Badness

1.0 / 10

Contains antioxidants that help protect skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Antioxidant

Macrocystis Pyrifera (Sea Kelp) Extract*

Badness

1.0 / 10

A type of seaweed extract rich in minerals and antioxidants.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection, soothing

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Antioxidant

Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Extract*

Badness

1.0 / 10

Basil extract offers antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Antioxidant

Tocopheryl Acetate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A form of Vitamin E that acts as an antioxidant.

Usually helps with

Antioxidant protection

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Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common humectant that draws water to the skin, providing hydration.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emollient

Dimethicone

Badness

2.0 / 10

A silicone that creates a smooth feel and can form a protective barrier on the skin. It's non-comedogenic for most.

Usually helps with

Smooth texture, barrier support

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Some prefer to avoid silicones

Humectant

Glycereth-26

Badness

0.0 / 10

A humectant that helps attract and retain moisture.

Usually helps with

Hydration

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Emulsifier

Cetearyl Glucoside

Badness

0.0 / 10

A plant-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water ingredients.

Usually helps with

Formulation stability

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Thickener

Carbomer

Badness

0.0 / 10

A thickening agent used to create gels and creams.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Thickener

Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A modified starch used to thicken formulations.

Usually helps with

Texture

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Emulsifier

Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyl Dimethyl Taurate Copolymer

Badness

0.0 / 10

A synthetic polymer that acts as an emulsifier and thickener.

Usually helps with

Texture, formulation stability

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Skin Conditioning

Undecylenoyl Glycine

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid derivative that can help regulate sebum production.

Usually helps with

Oil control

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Chelating Agent

Disodium EDTA

Badness

1.0 / 10

A chelating agent that helps improve product stability and efficacy by binding to metal ions.

Usually helps with

Product stability

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Humectant

Butylene Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A solvent and humectant that helps improve product texture and draw moisture to the skin.

Usually helps with

Hydration, texture

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Skin Conditioning

Capryloyl Glycine

Badness

1.0 / 10

An amino acid derivative that can help balance sebum production.

Usually helps with

Oil control

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pH Adjuster

Sodium Hydroxide

Badness

0.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the formulation to be compatible with skin.

Usually helps with

Formulation balance

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this moisturizer good for oily skin?

Yes, its oil-free formula and lightweight texture make it a great choice for oily and combination skin types, helping to hydrate without adding excess shine.

Can I use this if I have dry skin?

While it provides hydration, very dry skin types might find it insufficient on its own and may need a richer moisturizer or an additional hydrating serum.

What are the key benefits of this moisturizer?

It offers oil-free hydration, antioxidant protection from ingredients like white tea extract, and contains niacinamide to help improve skin tone and texture.

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