6 Gel Moisturisers For A Hit Of Hydration
6 Gel Moisturisers For A Hit Of Hydration
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6 Gel Moisturisers For A Hit Of Hydration

Lightweight and instantly cooling, gel creams are a welcome skincare swap at this time of year. The water-based formulas absorb quickly and smooth over fine dehydration lines, giving the skin a fresh, glassy appearance. Here are a few of our current favourites…
By Orin Carlin /

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C.E.O. Afterglow Brightening Vitamin C Gel Cream, £60 | Sunday Riley

Best For: Luminosity

Charged by a powerful cocktail of antioxidants, Sunday Riley’s Afterglow is an effective all-rounder. Vitamin C – effective and stable in the form of tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate – is the hero ingredient, brightening and protecting against damage caused by environmental aggressors. Expect bouncier, refreshed-looking skin with long-term use. 

Available at SpaceNK.com 


Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Acid Gel Moisturiser, £33.50 | Laneige

Best For: A More Balanced Skin Barrier

Hydration is a priority across the board for leading K-Beauty brand Laneige, and its Water Bank Gel is no exception. Targeted towards dehydrated but oily types, it uses betaine and mint leaf extract to balance the skin barrier and prevent water loss. Plus, it absorbs easily without leaving any greasy residue behind, creating a plump, dewy canvas that’s ready for make-up. 

Available at SpaceNK.com

Moisturising Gel Cream, £12 | Byoma

Best For: Affordability

It’s likely you’ll have already seen Byoma’s playful, cheery packaging on the shelves, but its Moisturising Gel Cream is a no-brainer if you’re on a budget. Its clever tri-ceramide complex (a blend of ceramides, cholesterol and fatty acids) strengthens the skin barrier and replenishes essential lipids, leaving it feeling supple and bouncy. 

Available at SpaceNK.com


Violet Water Hydra Gel, £53 | Oskia

Best For: Blemish-Prone Skin

Designed to calm breakouts and regulate sebum production, make this your go-to if you’re in need of hydration but dont’ want to aggravate existing spots. It contains azeloglicina – a derivative of azelaic acid – which helps to reduce redness and ease inflammation. Light and non-greasy, the oil-free formula sits comfortably on acneic skin, while the subtle hint of rose is indulgent and spa-like. 

Available at SpaceNK.com


Cloud Dew Oil-Free Gel Cream, £45 | Summer Fridays

Best For: Smoother Texture

Another hardworking multi-tasker is the Cloud Dew Cream by Summer Fridays. The lightweight gel formula is full of classic hydrators like ceramides, hyaluronic acid and glycerin, but the ingredient list also includes pineapple enzymes, which gently slough away dead skin cells, revealing a brighter, more even complexion. 

Available at SpaceNK.com

Nordic Hydra [Lähde] Water Gel, £24 | Lumene

Best For: Deep, Lasting Hydration

Designed to hydrate on a deeper level, this formula by Lumene is well-suited to warm weather. It feels instantly soothing on the skin, especially so if you’ve been soaking up the sun. The formula contains Nordic birch sap and the skin-plumping powerhouse hyaluronic acid in various molecular weights – small to penetrate deeper and large to create a moisturising barrier. Pop it in the fridge for an extra cooling effect. 

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