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Looking for effective moisturizers, let alone the best moisturizers for acne-prone skin, is hard for everyone.

Young woman applying moisturizer

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Part of the challenge is that people with acne-prone skin do everything in their power to keep oiliness away.

How to pick a moisturizer for acne-prone skin

So what are thebest skincare productsfor acne-prone skin?

There are a few key words to look for when shopping for an acne-friendly daily moisturizer.

La RochePosay Effaclar Mat moisturizer on white background

But not all acne-prone skin is oily (not to mention there are differenttypes of acne).

Read on to find a moisturizer thatll leave your skin feeling hydratedand never greasy.

“Its also oil-free and non-comedogenic, which is great for acne-prone skin types.”

CeraVe AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30 on white background

The product is a dermatologist favorite, non-comedogenic, and super affordable.

And its another of Dr. Mervaks recommendations for oily, acne-prone skin.

Ceramides are found naturally in the skin and help seal in moisture.

Neutrogena OilFree Facial Moisturizer SPF 15 on white background

It also earned our dermatologists approval because its oil-free.

Many of our acne patients enjoy this product.

Another benefit is that this product is fragrance-free.

Proactiv Green Tea Moisturizer on white background

It has the ability to hydrate while its mattifying ingredients wick away surface oil and shine.

Tatcha The Water Cream in teal jar on white background

Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion on white background

La Mer Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream on white background

LovelySkin Luxe Mattifying Antioxidant Moisturizer on white background

Sent Dermal Repair Cream in white bottle

RoC Multi Correxion 5 In 1 Daily Face Moisturizer SPF 30 on white background

Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 on white background

Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Cream

La RochePosay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer on white background

CeraVe UltraLight Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

Vanicream Moisturizing Lotion on white background

Origins HighPotency NightaMins cream on white background

Olay Regenerist Collagen Peptide 24 Face Moisturizer on white background

Skinceuticals Physical Matte UV Defense SPF 50 on white background

Cetaphil Oil Absorbing Moisturizer SPF 30 on white background

First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair OilControl Moisturizer on white background