We couldn't have come up with more apropos name for this gel moisturizer if we tried. While it does contain a handful of essential oils (which make for a slightly herbal scent), it's just as light as its oil-free counterparts. Think of it as the equivalent of a sport's drink for a dehydrated complexion; an electrolyte-balancing complex made of water and sea salt extracts rebalances skin's natural moisture reserves.
Specially formulated to leave a matte finish, pick this water lotion up if your skin tends to get super slick. (There's also a variety that's more glowy, should that be your preference.) Both use aloe vera, a plant known for storing water in its leaves -- and helping store it in your skin -- plus two types of hydrating hyaluronic acid.
Another Korean bounce cream/gel moisturizer, this uses Lady's Mantle, an herb that not only hydrates, but soothes skin and even minimizes the look of pores. (Fun fact: Medieval women used it to keep their complexions smooth and clear.) The fresh, slightly citrusy fragrance and cushiony texture make using this extra enjoyable.
It may look jelly-like in the tube (it's also pink!), but this new, oil-free gel formula is featherweight and fast-absorbing. Water-binding agents immediately boost moisture levels by 179 percent, while encapsulated vitamins C & E burst upon contact, releasing powerful antioxidants, always a good thing. Fragrance-free and allergy tested, this is also a smart pick for anyone whose skin veers towards sensitive.
Combining the best of the worlds of gels and creams, Sisley-Paris's latest launch is a water-in-oil emulsion that's ultra-rich, yet super lightweight (we know it sounds like an oxymoron, but trust us). Both oil and water extracts from the Black Rose are used, along with other floral waters and oils. And yes, the scent is just as fabulously floral and rosy as the name suggests.
