We tested lightweight moisturisers – one is perfect for any skin type

WHETHER you’re a beauty buff or beginner, even the most low-maintenance among us is likely to use a moisturiser.

This week I’ve tried three lightweight options that promise hydration without any greasiness

Budget

INKEY List Omega Water Cream, 50ml (£9.99, uk.theinkeylist.com):

Don’t be fooled by the minimal packaging.

This no-nonsense gel moisturiser is packed with skin-loving ingredients including omega fatty acids, glycerin, betaine and niacinamide.

There’s a slight slip to it so it’s easy to apply over the face without having to massage, but it melts in almost immediately, leaving little to no residue.

If you’re super-oily or have combination skin, you will love it. It’s also oil-free, so a brilliant choice for breakout-prone skin as it won’t block pores.

I can imagine it’ll be my go-to in a few months when the weather warms up, but for now I like something that leaves more moisture behind to cushion any dry patches when I apply my foundation.

Mid-range

OSKIA Violet Water Hydra Gel, 50ml (£56, cultbeauty.co.uk):

With this cream, a little goes a really long way, so the pot lasts ages and you only need a pea-sized amount for the whole face.

As well as being almost weightless, the clarifying moisturiser contains colloidal silver, vitamin C, niacinamide and a micro-plankton complex that reduce sebum production and treats breakouts, as well as reducing scarring and pigmentation without being overly irritating or drying like many stand-alone spot treatments are.

It has a nice cooling sensation when you apply, which is great if your skin is particularly angry or inflamed.

Plus, because it helps control oil production, it doesn’t leave a shiny finish, making it suitable for combination, oily, blemished or acne-prone skin.

That said, if your skin is on the drier side, it might not be hydrating enough.

Luxury

TATCHA The Silk Cream, 50ml (£123, spacenk.com):

If I’d seen the price tag before I opened this pot of gold, I’m not sure I’d have ever tried it – but now I can’t imagine using anything else.

It feels rich yet weightless on the skin, with the almost jelly-like texture creating a velvet-soft veil of moisture on top of my face which provides a seamless base for make-up.

With a fermented complex of rice, algae and green tea to reduce inflammation and boost the skin barrier, I also noticed reduced redness.

However, I had a nasty cold last week and it began to sting the skin around my nose where I had been blowing it, so if you’re sensitive or fragranced products irritate you, maybe look elsewhere.

Otherwise, start saving up now.

Pick of the week

HAPPY Easter!

If the kindly bunny didn’t quite meet your expectations today, fear not.

Cult beauty brand Mac are making holiday wishes come true by giving customers who spend £60 on Mac products a free beauty-filled gift.

Packed with four hit products, the Mac Easter Beauty Egg is worth £45 and contains the viral Macstack mascara, “Thanks it’s Mac” Lustreglass lipstick, Fix+ Stay Over setting spray and new Hyper Real serumizer.

Available while stocks last until Wednesday.