To avoid shine during the day, here are three moisturizing creams that do not leave a greasy film on the skin.
Having oily skin as a teenager is a prerequisite. As an adult, it’s a little less cute. Fortunately, advances in cosmetics now make it possible to control shine while maintaining good skin hydration. The little extra? They also give a glow, while improving skin texture.
Because yes, the objective is no longer to strip your face with large doses of ultra-drying lotions – a cosmetic heresy for which we have all paid dearly – but to find the right balance between dullness and light. As a beauty journalist, I have had the opportunity to test numerous references. My criteria? A luminous finish, absolute comfort (no one likes tight skin), a formula that doesn’t make you shine throughout the day and, above all, a cream that doesn’t lint under makeup. Three nuggets have managed to establish themselves lastingly in my daily routine. Here is my trio of shocks to say goodbye to unwanted shine, without compromising on comfort.
My most recent favorite: the 345 Relief Cream from the Korean brand Dr.Althea. It is formulated as a regenerating “post-acne” treatment. Designed to deeply hydrate, soothe irritation and treat irregularities, it combines three anti-imperfection ingredients, four nourishing active ingredients and five soothing ingredients. But what won me over was this fresh, non-greasy effect and the non-sticky finish. The cream absorbs quickly, leaves my skin plump, and ready for makeup. During the day, I noticed a nice reduction in shine on my face. The little extra: its price which does not exceed around twenty euros.
My essential? Concentrated Cream from the French brand Gaspard Cottance. Its ultra velvety texture melts on my face and gives a real cocooning effect. The smell is very pleasant without being chemical, but above all: the effectiveness is there. The formula is made up of 99% ingredients of natural origin such as phyto-retinol, raspberry seed oil, a duo of hyaluronic acid and even sea samphire extract. After several weeks of use, I noticed that my complexion was truly more radiant. But what I love most of all is the matte and soft feeling on the skin, really like velvet!
My ultimate grail is none other than The Cream by Augustinus Bader. From the first applications, I appreciated its fluid texture which penetrates instantly without leaving a greasy film. My skin remains comfortable all day and shine is much less visible. I also like that it makes a great makeup base. Behind this formula hides TFC8®, a patented complex which combines more than 40 ingredients, including vitamins and amino acids. Developed by a specialist in cellular regeneration, this product has established itself as a benchmark in the world of high-end skincare. For me, it is one of the few creams that addresses both the needs of oily skin and concerns related to skin aging. Its main drawback remains its price: €290 for 50 ml.
