It took me years to figure this out, but I have combination skin and this might be due to the acne medication I use. My T-zones would be ridiculously oily, but my cheeks would be dry. I had tried all kinds of moisturizers before discovering Neutrogena. I had previously used Nivea, Olay, Ponds, and some others, but all had the same problem of having oils that caused me to breakout after a few uses, or they would dry out my skin then cause me to breakout.
When I saw Neutrogena had an “oil-free” moisturizer, I was sold. I purchased the SPF 15 and Combination skin moisturizer.
On back of the bottle, it notes that the moisturizer won’t clog pores and it is hypoallergenic, alcohol-free, and fragrance free. Though I notice that the SPF 15 has a light scent that is usually accompanied with sunscreen, and I’m not talking about the tropical coco butter scent. The combination moisturizer has a very light scent that I like and you don’t even smell it after applying it on your face.
The directions tell you to use only one pump, and one pump is more than enough. Once I even tried using two pumps and it was moisturizer overkill. I ended up with excess moisturizer all over my hands. The 4 fl. oz. bottle can last quite awhile. I usually use the SPF 15 moisturizer in the morning under my makeup and it keeps my face moisturized throughout the day. Before bed I would use the combination moisturizer since the benzoyl peroxide in my facial cleanser dries my skin. This routine has kept my face from drying out during the winter months, and the SPF 15 moisturizer offers my skin protection during the summer months.
If you’re looking for an oil-free moisturizer, I recommend giving Neutrogena: Oil-Free Moisture a try. In addition to the SPF 15 and Combination Skin moisturizer, Neutrogena also has a moisturizer for Sensitive Skin.
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