Summer is the season for vacations, pool parties, and trips to the beach. It's also the season for heat rash, sunburn, and dry skin. If you're looking for a way to keep your skin hydrated and comfortable during these months, a moisturizer is necessary. Here are some of the best moisturizers for summer available today.
$35.00
I have extremely oily skin and I live in a humid Caribbean country so it’s always hot. This is the only moisturizer I’ve ever tried that actually helps control my oil. ...i wanted to try it out since my skin is normally extremely oily esp when hot but normal moisturizers are usually too heavy and break me out, but OMG this works amazing i was so hot yesterday and had almost no oil on my face yet my skin was still soft and moisturized. def recommend for anyone with oily skin but not for dry or even combination skin imo
What it is: A priming moisturizer that mattifies skin and visibly minimizes pores without drying you out or leaving a tight, powdery finish.
Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Pores, Uneven Texture, and Oiliness
Formulation: Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Glycerin: Hydrates.
- Customized Power Primers: Create a smooth base for makeup.
- Willow Bark Extract: Smooths skin.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan, gluten-free, and cruelty-free.
What Else You Need to Know: Designed with oily skin in mind, this lightweight moisturizer visibly balances shine without leaving skin dull.
ITEM: 2743235
Size: 0.67 oz / 20 ml
$30.00
It could have everything to do with where I live, which is humid and hot. It could be hormonal changes from being in my late 30s. ...Summer must have...This is the perfect moisturizer for summer time. I have oily skin and my face become a hot mess in the summer.
What it is: A cool, refreshing gel bursting with soothing hydration that is hypoallergenic, dermatologist-tested, and suitable for sensitive skin—perfect for oily to combination skin types.
Skin Type: Normal, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness
Formulation: Lightweight Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Blue Hyaluronic Acid: Delivers effective, long-lasting hydration.
- Mint Leaf Extract: Helps refresh and cool.
- Forest Yeast Extract: Provides soothing benefits to the skin.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens, formaldehydes, formaldehyde-releasing agents
$33.00
THE BEST MOISTURIZER EVER!...I have tried 100’s of moisturizers and they never came close to what I wanted. ...I am extremely picky when it comes to body butters and moisturizers and this is amazing! Perfect for dry winter weather and is very hydrating!
What it is: An intensive moisture balm for deep hydration that helps seal in moisture for up to 24 hours—restoring skin's natural softness and bounce.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dullness, Dryness, and Fine Lines and Wrinkles
Formulation: Cream
ITEM: 2421683
Size: 0.5 oz/ 15 mL
$22.00
Once it dries you can't feel that you have anything on your skin which is good for hot humid climates. I have in the past used this with a sheer foundation and it didn't pill. ...I usually do not go for gel moisturizers as it usually feels like it isn’t doing enough for my dry skin but after trying this Clinique moisture surge, I would reconsider switching over to this moisturizer in the summer.
What it is: A refreshing fan-favorite gel-cream with a lightweight, oil-free texture that penetrates skin’s surface and delivers up to 100 hours of hydration.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Aloe Bio-ferment: A nutrient-rich ingredient that helps skin retain moisture.
- Hyaluronic Acid Complex: Creates a "moisture reservoir" for optimal hydration.
- Blend of Vitamins C and E: Provides antioxidant protection against daily dehydrators.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates. It also comes in recyclable packaging.
$53.00
perfect for summer...this is my favorite summer moisturizer by far! i’ve been a origins fan for so long and i’m loving this new rendition of the moisturizer. it’s lightweight and the perfect amount of hydration for my skin....This is perfect moisturizer for hot humid summer. It’s pretty lightweight, and very hydrating.
What it is: A gel moisturizer that visibly boosts radiance, fights fatigued-looking skin, and delivers an improved moisture barrier and all-day glow.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Vital-Synthesis™ Technology: Helps provide skin with a feeling of natural energy to revitalize the look of tired skin.
- Vitamin C: Antioxidant-rich ingredient helps visibly brighten skin over time.
- Niacinamide: Helps improve skin’s moisture barrier and visibly brighten skin over time.
Ingredient Callouts: This product is vegan and comes in recyclable packaging.
What Else You Need to Know: This gel moisturizer is packe
ITEM: 2656452
Size: 1.7 oz / 50 mL
$56.00
This moisturizer has taken over my love for skincare! It has locked in so much moisturize and left my face looking very hydrated even in extreme cold and hot temperatures! ...This moisturizer is amazing. It hydrated my skin and doesn’t make it stitch or feel heady. ...MUST HAVE MOISTURIZER
What it is: A super-quenching, nurturing face cream—with exclusive Hyaluronic Power Complex—that visibly plumps skin in as little as 60 seconds and provides up to 24 hours of hydration.
Skin Type: Normal and Dry
Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Dullness
Formulation: Cream
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Locks in moisture.
- Leaf of Life Extract: Powers skin’s natural hydration.
- Furcellaria, White Horehound, and Nipplewort: Protect skin from indoor and outdoor pollution.
What Else You Need to Know: Lock in moisture with this super-quenching cream. Leaf of Life extract delivers long-lasting hydration while 100 percent natural hyaluronic acid (in high and low mo
ITEM: 2830883
Size: 1.9 oz / 52 ml
$58.00
During the hot summer months, is when I like using a gel moisturizer. ...Let’s talk about hydration without the heaviness—because if you live somewhere as hot and humid as Florida, you know the struggle of finding a moisturizer that gives your skin the moisture it craves without feeling like a greasy mess.
What it is: A lightweight gel cream moisturizer that delivers 24-hour hydration for a plump, dewy look and is non-comedogenic, making it ideal for oily and combination skin.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Dullness, and Oiliness
Formulation: Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid
- Ceramides
- Niacinamide
ITEM: 1682350
Size: 0.5 oz Tube/ 15 mL
$10.00
Perfect for humid climates...I live in a particularly humid climate and the gel version of the Clinique moisturizer is perfect for the climate, not too heavy or greasy, and absorbs quickly. ...perfect for hot summer days!...It's very light weight and comfortable to wear - especially on hot summer days! And I have found it to be best to wear while at the gym as it hydrates my skin while still allowing it to breathe!
What it is: A dermatologist-developed, oil-free face moisturizer that balances and refreshes oilier skin types.
Skin Type: Combination and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Oiliness
Formulation: Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Sunflower Seed Cake, Barley Extract, and Cucumber Fruit Extract: Help support skin’s barrier, improve its resiliency, and balance and retain skin’s moisture levels.
- Hyaluronic Acid: Acts as a natural moisture magnet.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates. This product is also vegan.
What Else You Need to Know: This refreshing gel moisturizer delivers up to eight hours of oil-free hydration, slips on easily, and absorbs quickly.
ITEM: 2739829
Size: 1 fl oz / 30 ml
$38.00
Otherwise, this is a lovely, pore-tightening formula that I use as a base under ILIA serum foundation, during the hot and humid summer months....Great moisturizer...But I'm not giving up. This is a very hot humid summer. So I'm detoxifying my system and going to still use this.
What it is: A travel-size essence-moisturizer hybrid that’s clinically proven to hydrate, reduce redness, smooth texture, and strengthen the skin barrier.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness and Redness
Formulation: Liquid
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Hyaluronic Acid: Four molecule sizes draw moisture into skin for long-lasting hydration.
- Barrier Renewal Complex: A mixture of lipids, fatty acids, and sterols replenish skin’s protective barrier.
- Microalgae and Prickly Pear Flower: Plant-based powerhouses nourish, smooth, and support skin health.
$84.00
I love how this cream feels lightweight and refreshing, it's a perfect hydration for a hot summer day without any heaviness. It soothes my skin, leaving it soft and supple, with a more even tone. ...I feel like it's a perfect product for summer when it's super hot.
What it is: A lightweight gel cream that adapts to your skin's needs to deliver up to 24-hour hydration, balance and restore skin, and visibly calm redness.
Skin Type: Normal, Dry, Combination, and Oily
Skincare Concerns: Dryness, Redness, and Oiliness
Formulation: Gel
Highlighted Ingredients:
- Electrolyte Complex: Hydrates and balances.
- AHAs and BHAs: Promote healthy, radiant-looking skin.
- Phytic Acid: Absorbs excess oil and controls shine.
Ingredient Callouts: Free of parabens and phthalates. It is also vegan and cruelty-free.
