In this post, we will be talking about the best moisturizers for milia-prone skin and how you can find one that should be suitable for you.

We choose each moisturizer based on how commonly it was used, tested, and recommended by people with milia-prone skin.

All of these moisturizers are gel or water-form, lightweight, non-greasy, and oil-free.

This is a water-based face moisturizer that is suitable for sensitive skin even for milia-prone skin. It does not make the face look greasy and it absorbs quickly into the skin.

Pros:

• It is non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, oil-free, fragrance-free, and alcohol-free.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Glycerin, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone, Petrolatum, Cyclomethicone, Soybean (Glycine Soja) Sterols, Isopropyl Isostearate, Cetyl Alcohol, PEG-10 Soy Sterol, Glyceryl Stearate, PEG-100 Stearate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Carbomer, Tetrasodium EDTA, Sodium Hydroxide, Diazolidinyl Urea, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Propylparaben.

This is another rich, lightweight moisturizer made for sensitive skin. It is made with hyaluronic acid and 5 key ceramides that leaves the skin feeling deeply moisturized while still being lightweight and suitable to wear under makeup.

Pros:

• It is dye-free, fragrance-free, lanolin-free, paraben-free, formaldehyde-free, gluten-free, and botanical extract-free.

• It does not clog pores and is non-greasy.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain? 

Purified water, squalane, glycerin, pentylene glycol, polyglyceryl-2 stearate, glyceryl stearate, stearyl alcohol, hyaluronic acid, ceramide EOP, ceramide NG, ceramide NP, ceramide AS, ceramide AP, carnosine, hydrogenated lecithin, phytosterols, caprylyl glycol, polyacrylate crosspolymer-11, 1,2-hexanediol.

This is a 3-in-1 product that has AHA, BHA, and vitamin C. It is the perfect cream/moisturizer to use for milia-prone skin as it gently exfoliates dead skin cells to make the skin clear.

Pros:

• It exfoliates the skin gently.

• It does not clog the pores.

• It helps with dark spots, dullness, and rough skin.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Water, Butylene Glycol, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Cetearyl Alcohol, Betaine, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ethylhexylglycerin, Carbomer, Arginine, Panthenol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Allantoin, Adenosine, Sodium Hyaluronate, Alpha-Arbutin, Menthyl Lactate, Mentha Haplocalix Extract, Tocopherol, Lactobionic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Betaine Salicylate, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Glycolic Acid, Water.

This is a gel moisturizer that should be perfect if you have milia-prone skin. It is made for dry, sensitive skin that is able to soothe and moisturize the skin.

Pros:

• It is suitable for all skin types.

• It absorbs quickly into the skin.

• This formula is made without mineral oils, artificial colorants, parabens, and artificial fragrances.

Cons:

None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Squalane, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/VP Copolymer, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Betaine, Ceramide NP (100ppm), Tocopherol.

This is an oil-free moisturizer that is made for sensitive skin and should be suitable to use for milia-prone skin.

Pros:

• It is non-comedogenic and oil-free.

• It helps repair the skin’s natural protective barrier.

• It has a light mattifying texture that easily absorbs into the skin to provide immediate comfort.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

AQUA / WATER / EAU, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, AMMONIUM POLYACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE, GLYCERIN, PROPANEDIOL, PENTYLENE GLYCOL, CITRIC ACID, NIACINAMIDE, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, XANTHAN GUM.

This is a very popular gel moisturizer because of its light texture that quickly absorbs into your skin. It is suitable for all skin types, free from oils, and dyes, and is non-comedogenic.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Dimethicone/Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylamide, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Trehalose, Dimethiconol, Chlorphenesin, Yeast Extract, Carbomer, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Fragrance, Laureth-7, C12-14 Pareth-12, Sodium Hydroxide, C1 42090.

Cerave PM Facial Moisturizing Lotion is an ultra-lightweight night cream that moisturizes the skin while you sleep. It is Ideal for normal to oily skin.

Pros:

• Helps restore the skin barrier with three essential ceramides.

• It is formulated without fragrance, oil-free, and parabens.

• It has a gentle, non-irritating, and non-comedogenic formula.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Purified Water, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides, Niacinamide, Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Ceteareth-20 and Cetearyl Alcohol, Dipotassium Phosphate, Cholesterol, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate Ceramide 3, Ceramide 6-II, Ceramide 1, Phytosphingosine, Hyaluronic Acid, Potassium Phosphate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Disodium EDTA, Propylparaben, Carbomer, Methylparaben, Xanthan Gum.

This is another popular gel moisturizer that is equal to the Neutrogena one we talked about. The only difference is this moisturizer contains oats that are able to soothe and calm sensitive skin.

Pros:

• It is a lightweight and hydrating gel moisturizer for sensitive skin. 

• It provides 24 hours of moisture.

• It is made with soothing prebiotic oat and feverfew.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Glycerin, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Olivate, Oat Kernel Flour, Sorbitan Olivate, Polyacrylamide, Beeswax, Phenoxyethanol, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Butylene Glycol, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Panthenol, Chlorphenesin, Dimethiconol, Carbomer, Laureth-7, Feverfew flower extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Oat Kernel Extract, Centella Asiatica Extract

This is also a highly recommended moisturizer and would be suitable for you if you have oily, milia-prone skin.

Pros:

• It has hyaluronic acid and natural aloe barbadensis that moisturizes and hydrates your face.

• It is lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin.

• It improves skin barrier function.

• It helps with blackheads, pimples, and blemishes.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Proylene Glycol, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Panthenol, Citric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, Sodium Carbomer, Phenoxyethanol.

This is an ultra-lightweight, oil-free gel cream that instantly moisturizes the skin while providing intensive hydration. It is Ideal for normal, combination, and oily skin types.

Pros:

• It is lightweight and absorbs quickly into the skin.

• It helps with dryness, pores, dullness, and uneven texture.

Cons:

• None.

What ingredients does it contain?

Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Glycerin, Methyl Trimethicone, Alcohol Denat, Dimethicone, Cyclopentasiloxane, 1,2-Hexanediol, Malakite Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, PEG/PPG/Polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin, Alchemilla Vulgaris Leaf Extract, Equisetum Arvense Leaf Extract, Chickweed Extract, Nettle Leaf Extract, Plantago Lanceolata Leaf Extract, Oat Kernel Extract, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Nepeta Cataria Extract, Raspberry) Leaf Extract, Baptisia Tinctoria Root Extract, Dimethiconol, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Sodium Acrylate/Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Dimethylacrylamide Crosspolymer, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 60, Ceramide 3, Cholesterol, Shea Butter, Phenyl Trimethicone, PEG-100 Stearate, Stearic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Panthenol, Squalane, Triethylhexanoin, PEG-150, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, C14-22 Alcohols, Arachidyl Glucoside, Macadamia Ternifolia Seed Oil, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Carbomer, Tromethamine, Trisodium EDTA, Fragrance, Citronellol, Limonene, Citral, Geraniol, Linalool.

• Korres Greek Yoghurt Probiotic Gel cream

• Clinique’s Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel

• Versed Skin – Dew Point Moisturizing Gel Cream

• COSRX – Advanced Snail 96 Mucin Power Essence 

• Hada Labo Rohto Gokujun Perfect Gel

• Benton’s Aloe Propolis Soothing Gel

• First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream

• Dermologica Calm Water Gel Moisturizer

• Celeteque Facial Moisturizer