Australia's Beauty Authority · April 2026
Vol. 01 · Issue 04Glow.Australia · Est. 2014
Editorial Ranking · Skincare · 2026

Best Moisturiser for Acne-Prone Skin in Australia

Acne-prone skin still needs moisturising. Skip moisturiser and skin compensates with more oil.

Full ranking

Glow's top picks.

The picks below are non-comedogenic, lightweight, and acne-friendly.

№ 1 Glow 9.5

AM Facial Moisturizing Lotion SPF 30

Top PickBest Value

Niacinamide + SPF + non-comedogenic. The dermatologist default.

№ 2 Glow 9.2

Toleriane Sensitive

Best Value

Lightweight, ceramide-supportive.

№ 3 Glow 8.9
La Roche-Posay$42

Effaclar Mat

Glow Verified

Mattifying, sebum-controlling, hydrating. Specifically for oily/acne-prone.

№ 4 Glow 8.6
Paula's Choice$45

Hydrating Gel-Cream

Lightweight gel-cream texture.

№ 5 Glow 8.3
CeraVe$22

Daily Moisturising Lotion

Best Value

Lighter than the cream. The pick for very oily skin.

Frequently asked

Common questions.

Should I skip moisturiser if I'm oily?

No. Skipping triggers compensatory oil production. Use a gel-cream texture.

Can moisturiser cause breakouts?

Wrong moisturiser yes. Avoid coconut oil, palm oil, isopropyl myristate. The picks above are non-comedogenic.

How much moisturiser should I use?

Pea-sized. Most clients over-apply, then complain of breakouts.