If you’re anything like me, your oily skin has led—or forced—you to accept midday touch-ups as an inevitable part of your day, and blotting sheets as a makeup bag staple. But, not for long! These moisturizers have heard our cries and work overtime to keep you shine-free throughout the day.
Lumene Bright Now Vitamin C Shine Control Cream Gel
This moisturizer has a refreshing consistency that doesn’t go on greasy at all. It works to control shine while also minimizing pores and adding overall moisture throughout the day. $20, ulta.com
First Aid Beauty Skin Rescue Oil-Free Mattifying Gel
This multifunctional, oil-controlling gel can be used as a makeup primer to create a smooth canvas, or as a light moisturizer. It instantly mattifies skin, visibly reduces the appearance of pores and keeps shine away for hours. $30, sephora.com
Revision Skincare Intellishade SPF 45 Matte
This anti-aging moisturizer gives your skin a sheer mineral tint while minimizing pores and providing a matte finish. It can be used alone as a light tinted moisturizer, or under makeup as a perfecting base. $56, revisionskincare.com
My Prime Multi-Purpose Mattifying Moisturizer
This lightweight face lotion both nourishes skin and keeps it matte throughout the day while offering anti-aging benefits and antioxidant protection. It can be used as a facial primer before makeup, as well as alone as a morning/nighttime moisturizer. $68, makemyyours.com
Lancôme Bienfait Pure Focus Mattifying Moisturizing Lotion
This skin-purifying lotion helps shine and oil disappear for fresh, pure skin throughout the day. Although it’s a lightweight formula, it still packs generous hydration without ever being oily. $46, lancome-usa.com
Korres Pomegranate Balancing Cream-Gel Moisturizer
This lightly scented moisturizer works to balance your skin’s complexion while delivering just the right amount of hydration. The unique ingredients such as pomegranate water and pomegranate extract help reduce the appearance of pores and rejuvenate skin while providing a matte finish all day. $34, korresusa.com