Hi Guys,
Today I am going to review a product from my skincare routine. I have used this product extensively in the summers but on and off in the winters. It is the Neutrogena oil free moisture combination skin type.
Product Description
Oil-Free Moisture for Combination Skin is a lightweight, dual-action formula that moisturizes dry areas while it controls oily shine.
First, this dermatologist-tested formula moisturizes where skin is dry, without leaving it oily or shiny. Then, a special oil-absorbing Microsponge® system controls oil and shine in the T-Zone—or wherever else skin is oily.
Skin feels softer, smoother. Has a natural, matte finish throughout the day.
- Oil-free
- Non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores)
- Hypoallergenic
- Fragrance-free
Price 299 INR for 118 ml
Availability Amazon
Ingredients List
Directions For Use
Use 1 pump and apply all over face and neck. Use morning and night, alone or under make-up. Avoid contact with the eyes.
What I think
Combination skin type is the trickiest of them all – you can’t use a heavy moisturizer, it will end up clogging your pores (T zone) while providing enough hydration for the cheeks. At the same time, you can’t use a light moisturizer as it may not provide sufficient hydration. I have tried a plethora of moisturizers for my combination skin type. Some I have repurchased and others I’ve given a wide berth. While browsing through the skincare aisle, I came across this product and would have skipped it if not for the words “combination skin” on the cover.
Packaging
This moisturizer comes in white bottle with a pump dispenser. Unlike the traditional pump dispensers, this one has a locking mechanism which when turned clockwise locks the nozzle. This makes it quite travel friendly as there is no possibility of any leakage.
Texture
The product is white in color and has a slight runny consistency. A pea sized amount is all you need to spread the product evenly over the face. And another small pump for the neck. It feels very light and gets absorbed into the skin without appearing greasy
Worth factor
This product lives upto it claim of being hypoallergenic as it has never broken me out. My skin leans toward combination type in summers while normal in the winters (Mumbai winters to be precise). The moisturizer has worked like a dream in the summers. I usually get a few dry patches on my jaw and around the nose. This moisturizer adequately works on these problem areas. As for oil control, it doesn’t give a matte finish throughout the day. If that were the case then we wouldn’t have needed oil control primers and face powders (*eye roll*). I tested this product indoors under a BB cream with no powder. It controlled oil for a good span of about 4 hours which is more than sufficient for a moisturizer that has oil control properties (contains silica) I feel.
Overall I am impressed with this moisturizer and its one of the best drugstore moisturizer I have used.
Pros
- Absorbs quickly
- Extremely light
- Non greasy
- Hydrates well
- Travel friendly packaging
- Small amount of product will suffice
- Works on dry patches
- Sufficient oil control
Cons
- Doesn’t control shine throughout the day as claimed
Recommendation
I will repurchase this one again. Its non-comedogenic and hypoallergenic and lives upto most of the claims. If you have combination skin type, this product is the one for you.
Rating
4.95/5
Let me know if you guys have used this moisturizer. Which one are you using right now?
I haven’t used too many products from Neutrogena but this sounds pretty good. Glad it’s been working out for you.
Simera recently posted…Grapefruit Essential Oil Benefits & Uses
Its been working just wonderful Simera 🙂
We only get a very limited Neutrogena range here which is a real shame because this moisturizer sounds lovely.
Kiss & Make-up recently posted…Review | LâOccitane Immortelle Divine 28 Day Divine Renewal Program
That’s a bummer..you could try to get this online though 🙂
will try this out 😀
Priyanjana recently posted…Aloe Veda Tropical Pineapple Luxury Shower Gel Review
Glad to hear that <3
Sounds like a decent moisturizer.. I guess even my dry skin can be benefited from its non greasy formula in summers! 🙂
Poo@beautyandmakeupmatters recently posted…February Drugstore Haul: Maybelline, L’Oreal Paris and more!
It should work for not-so-dry skin summers I guess….winters its a definite no no 😉
I used it too and I did not find any major difference in the oiliness that is my skin’s major concern 🙁
purva recently posted…Park Avenue Beer Shampoo : Review , Swatch
Sad it didn’t work for you…I agree it doesn’t do any miracles like completely removing oiliness but again depends on what type of skin you have…t-zone is my problem area and this works pretty fine 🙂
Probably my skin is extra oily..thats why..BTW happy holi 😀
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I love it so much 🙂 Nice review
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Thanks Gowthami <3 Same pinch 😉
This sounds as a good moisturizer for my skin, will give it a try
Preethy@Prettykooll recently posted…Blsossom Kochhar Aroma Magic White Tea & Chamomile face wash Review
Glad you liked it dear <3
this willbe great for summers..gonna pick it up..thanks for the review Jinse 🙂
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Absolutely Anu 🙂
Great review….Will pick this one up next… 🙂
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Thanks Neha 🙂
I need to buy this now as winters are going and my skin is becoming oily! Excellent review! :
Thanks Dhanshree <3! You should like this one 🙂
It sounds like a decent non greasy moisturising cream, may be it will be my next buy 🙂
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Its definitely non greasy!best moisturizer for summers 🙂
excellent review Jinse.. Such a detailed post. I was using Bioderma moisturizer and its over now. I think I will buy this one..
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Thanks Harine 🙂 Glad you liked it!
wow…This looks really good! I love the fact that this doesn’t breaks you out…Would love to give it a try…Lovely review Babe 🙂
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Its perfect for summers..light and moisturizing 🙂 Thanks babe <3
Great review! I haven’t used this product yet. It sure seems to be worth it all. Will try this soon.
Chaicy recently posted…Valentines Day OOTD: Red Tie-Dye Dress
Thanks Chaicy..i love it!!you should definitely give this a try 🙂
i love this one and has worked on my sensitive combination skin
good review dear
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Same pinch Krithi ;)…Thanks!
I will give this one a skip because of my oily skin..I like moisturizers which help reduce shine 🙂 Nicely reviewed dear 🙂
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Thanks dear 🙂
looks great.. with all the non comedogenic ingredients.. plus that it works well in summers is a positive… hope it helps me in Mumbai sticky summers
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I have skin that leans to combination type in summers and this has been my go to moisturizer 🙂
I don’t use commercial moisturizers anymore but glad you like this one. Great review.
Simera recently posted…Rosemary Essential Oil Benefits & Uses
Thanks Simera 🙂 I agree…home made and natural ones are the best but a lazy one like me need this 😛
I’m in search for a moisturizer I can use in summers, this sounds pretty great! Nice review 🙂
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Definitely..it sufficiently moisturizes without being greasy….thanks Lana 🙂