With aloe and hyaluronic acid to cool skin, moisturize, and even heal sunburn, BeautyHack has tested the best face cream gels you'll need this summer.
Moisturizing gel-cream Hydra-Filler Mat, Filorga
Tested by BeautyHack Editor-in-Chief Karina Andreeva
“The French brand Filorga has been around for over 35 years and is known for its cosmeceuticals. Leading specialists in aesthetic medicine work in the brand's laboratory, and qualified surgeons also take part in the creation of the products. I really like gel-textured creams that are quickly absorbed. I applied it in the morning after a shower, moisturized the skin, waited ten minutes (at this point, I usually dry my head), and the face is ready for makeup. The Hydra-Filler Mat is just that! I replaced the primer (after which the foundation lay in an even layer and did not roll) and softened the skin (I have it dry).
The composition contains two types of hyaluronic acid for moisturizing and an exopolysaccharide for regenerating the protective function of the skin. I especially recommend it to people with a mixed type and those who have a frequent problem - enlarged pores (the product quickly narrows them)."
Price: 4 225 rub.
Hydramemory Cream Gel, [comfort zone]
Tested by BeautyHack Senior Editor Anastasia Speranskaya
“I have already talked about five of my favorite creams suitable for my combination skin - and the sixth, write down the cream-gel from [comfort zone]. I have not yet met the best moisturizer for the summer, so if you also shine at the end and with horror see the decay of the foundation on your face, take note.
The cream-gel literally quenches the skin's thirst - it transforms in a second and begins to glow from within. You will not feel any stickiness and grease - the product is absorbed so quickly that after the first use I thought to write it off as ineffective. And then I noticed how the peeling on the “wings” of the nose disappeared, how well the foundation began to lay down (and hold on!), And how the need to carry matting wipes with you disappeared everywhere - and the face, as you know, shines more if the skin is not enough nutrition.
The wonderful cream contains natural extracts of apple, lentil and watermelon peel - in my opinion, very summer-like. They guarantee a double moisturizing effect, and the skin is nourished by the oil of morghini, which provides light lipids and acts as an antioxidant."
Price on request
Moisturizing cream-gel for the face Ultra Facial Oil Free Gel-Cream, Kiehl's
Tested by BeautyHack editor Julia Kozoliy
“The cream-gel is included in the Ultra Facial series, a good half of which are bestsellers. Only if toner, moisturizer and cleansing gel in monochrome jars are created for daily skin care of any type (and at any time of the year), then this product has a more narrowly targeted effect. It is useful for combination skin with minor imperfections.
I have been struggling with rashes all spring, so now I use the product to its fullest! It has the consistency of a gel - if you've ever seen pure hyaluronic acid, you know it looks the same. Ultra Facial Oil Free Gel-Cream is very lightweight and absorbs quickly, moisturizing the cheek area and mattifying the T-zone and forehead. The composition contains glycerin, so the product removes minor redness. And it also helps if you need to get rid of the feeling of tightness (I always apply after cleansing masks)."
Price: 2200 rub.
Gel Elixir De Lumiere, Eisenberg
Tested by BeautyHack editor Daria Sizova
In the heat, I don't want to overload my face with products at all, and I need one and only (and the best!) Cream that moisturizes the skin, prepares it for makeup and makes the face glow. This was found among the means of the French brand, which is known all over the world for its line of perfumes (you can read more about a family brand with an interesting philosophy here).
The brand has succeeded in the care products no worse than the fragrances - a mask that in a matter of minutes will relieve fatigue and transform the face has firmly settled on the shelves of real beauticians (and on mine too). And the gel did not disappoint at all. For the summer, he is what you need (on three points).
1) It has a very light texture, and therefore the gel will not overload the face, leave no sticky marks or injure the skin if you burn. The composition contains Bellis Perennis flower extract, which helps to cope with all stages of melanin synthesis (it is inevitable in the sun).
2) The tool is multifunctional - it can also be applied to the delicate area under the eyes (which means that one less tool will "go" to the holiday cosmetic bag). The gel will replace not only the main stage of care, but also the make-up base. Bonus - the product gives the skin a slight radiance (the highlighter and porthole can also be omitted - only if for evening make-up).
3) The gel allows you to do without makeup at all. The product contains not only a valuable extract, but also photoreflectors - small reflective particles that "catch" daylight and sunlight. They illuminate the skin and hide minor imperfections like a Photoshop (and what else do you need from makeup in the summer?).
There is only one "but" - the product will not give your skin a powerful charge of hydration. Therefore, if in the summer she desperately screams "water!", Stock up on fabric masks - in combination with the gel, you get an absolutely excellent "combo".
Price: about 5000 rubles.
Aloe gel for face and body Hidraloe Facial and Body Aloe Gel, Sesderma
Tested by BeautyHack Senior Editor Anastasia Speranskaya
"Green-green grass" - these are the associations that both the color and the aroma of the product evoke in me. The soft green gel smells like a freshly cut stem of aloe and behaves very similarly on the skin - absorbs quickly, soothing the skin. It is for irritations, peeling and even burns that it is intended - it is no coincidence that aloe, even in ancient times, was used to treat solar wounds.
In addition to aloe, the composition contains rosehip oil, vitamin A and bisabopol, which will be especially pleased with my nose burnt this summer. But do not think that the remedy will be useful only in the summer - save the jar for the winter to “soothe” chapped red cheeks after a cross to work and back."
Price: 2 800 rub.
Gel for the face HYDRA-V Refreshing Gel, Artistry
Tested by BeautyHack project manager Anastasia Lyagushkina
“My skin is constantly changing: it becomes very dry in winter, combined in spring, and even a little oily by summer. But she always needs hydration, regardless of her condition.
So I decided to try Artistry Facial Gel to moisturize my skin. In texture, the product is moderately thick, but at the same time it is distributed in an even layer. The handy dispenser dispenses just as much gel as needed to cover the entire face. I also liked the light, unobtrusive aroma. After the gel, the skin becomes moisturized, but at the same time matte and without excess shine."
Price: 2 290 rubles.
Gel-balm for radiance of the skin "Sea source" Source Marine, Thalgo
Tested by BeautyHack editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
“I am always in search of the perfect cream - even the most persistent tin soldier will fail sooner or later. Over the past few months, my skin has just gone crazy: stress, temperature changes, poor nutrition. All this instantly reflected on my face. When I tested the cream for the first time, I didn't have much hope: good? Yes. Moisturizes? Yes. Doesn't cause rashes? Yes. At this stage, I was already incredibly happy, since these indicators were more than enough.
The texture of the balm is ideal for the warm season - the skin is moisturized, but not oily. It is absorbed instantly, therefore it is suitable for care both at night and before make-up. But the most important thing is that the complexion and the quality of the skin have improved with it. It is now smoother, softer and fresher. This cream is just a godsend for me. If it was necessary to leave only one means of care, then it would definitely be it”.
Price: 3 499 rub.
Saturated Cream "Intensive Moisture 48H", Yves Rocher
Tested by BeautyHack special correspondent Daria Mironova
“To be honest, I really love the Yves Rocher brand for its natural formulations and convenient packaging. A glass round jar with a volume of 50 milliliters can not only be stored on the shelf in the bathroom, but also taken with you on trips. This product from the Yves Rocher moisturizing line has a very light texture - something between a cream and a gel. If you open the lid, you immediately feel a slight aroma of the product (but it does not remain on the skin for a long time). I have oily skin, and this product moisturizes it perfectly throughout the day, and before going to bed I apply it on top of a revitalizing serum."
Price: 950 rub.
Deep moisturizer Water Drop Whitening by Dr. Jart +
Tested by BeautyHack SMM Manager Alexandra Grishina
“Meet the SOS tool with a stunning WOW effect. Water Drop Whitening is formulated for hyper-hydration and anti-redness - great for those with sensitive skin. It is a lightweight cream-gel that does not leave a film on the face and has a watery texture. After application, the gel turns into water and appears on the skin in small droplets. I use it in the morning after tonic - a great alternative to a make-up base. Also, Water Drop moisturizes the skin well after using clay-based masks.
An important point: you will see the word Whitening on the packaging. It is assumed that in addition to the main tasks, the gel will also cope with pigmentation and have a whitening effect. I could not estimate this, since I constantly use the tone with SPF 20. Beauty hack: the product in a generous volume of 100 ml is perfect for home beauty procedures, but take the travel option with you on the plane. The skin will thank you for the generous and instant hydration."
Price: 4 524 rub.
Moisturizer for face Perfect Moisturizer, 3Lab
Tested by BeautyHack Editor-in-Chief Karina Andreeva
“The American brand is loved by celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Michelle Obama and Hilary Swank. The brand was one of the first to present a unique technology for using stem cells and a bioengineered growth factor. I already talked about cream for the area around the eyes and about BB-cream, it's time for a moisturizer for the face!
Usually, when you try funds that are an order of magnitude higher than the average price, you expect a miracle. And for me it happened with this cream! I tried it for a week and carefully monitored the result. Perhaps the big difference between other products that moisturize well and at the same time are quickly absorbed is that it gives a prolonged effect. I applied white gel every morning with massage movements on the face and décolleté, and after a minute there was no trace of the product (the skin eats it greedily), and after five I was already starting to make up (again, an alternative to the primer, because the foundation lay flat and did not roll). The cream really moisturizes well, while this is not a "one-time action": in a week the face has freshened up, the peeling on the nose, which had tormented me since winter, disappeared and, it seems, are not planning to return. The cream does not have any smell (opponents of fragrances, take note), and it also has a very convenient dispenser (two clicks are enough to squeeze out the right amount on the whole face) and economical consumption (for the next couple of months such a large package will definitely be enough). It contains olive oil and hyaluronic acid."
Price: 10 045 rub.
Cream Energy "C" with multivitamins Energy "C" Multivitamin Cream, Egia
Tested by BeautyHack editor Daria Sizova
“In the summer, my skin still lacks vitamins, and the anti-pigmentation front is added to the fight against flaking (I have very light skin, prone to this problem, and in the summer season I do not leave the house without SPF products). Therefore, I was in a desperate search for a product that could moisturize my skin and protect it from the sun's rays, relieving me of my gray complexion. Not an easy task, right?
The hero of my summer was found almost immediately. I have a long-standing love with the products of a professional Italian brand, which began with the Energising Essence serum with vitamin C - it brought my skin back to life in the spring (you can read more about it here. Therefore, I happily tried the cream of the same line - and it was right.
The product has a fairly light, but very nutritious texture. I applied it in the morning, and while drinking my coffee, it was already completely absorbed, without leaving a greasy film and without tightening the skin. It worked great as a makeup base - the foundation lay flat and lasted until the end of the day.
But the most valuable thing in a product is its composition. It contains pure vitamin C (in stable form, of course). This means that the cream will not only wake up "tired" skin, making it moisturized (almond oil extract is responsible for this) and radiant, but also stimulates the synthesis of collagen and elastane, making the cells work. As a result, your face will look rested and your skin will become more elastic (tested on me).
A separate bonus for the summer is SPF 50. You can read why this is important here."
Price: 5 575 rub.
Refreshing cooling gel with aloe Aloe Fresh Cooling Gel, The Skin House
Tested by BeautyHack SMM Manager Alexandra Grishina
“When you read the composition and instructions for the use of this gel, it becomes scary - that they just cannot“cure”: deeply moisturize the skin as a care product (easy!), Heal cuts and wounds even after shaving and on your man (no problem!), apply instead of the base under the foundation (easily!). Agree, such a Korean pressure is a little scary. But despite my beauty shock, I have to confirm the performance of this gel for all the declared actions.
And all thanks to the valuable natural composition. The main ingredient is aloe, which refreshes and cools the skin. During the holiday season, the product is simply obliged to settle in your cosmetic bag. Cherry and mango extracts gently soothe and soften the skin, further visibly tightening the pores. Lychee extract has a visible healing effect on the skin, intensely moisturizes the skin and regulates its water-salt balance.
Price: 900 rub.
Intensely moisturizing cream serum, Lundenilona
Tested by BeautyHack special correspondent Daria Mironova
“The manufacturer recommends using this face care product for different skin types in different ways. If you have normal or oily skin, then apply it as a cream, and for girls with dry or dehydrated skin, it is better to use it instead of a serum (under another cream).
The composition of Lundenilona cream serum is very promising: wheat protein, aloe extract and vitamins C, E, B3, B5 and B6. With my oily, but sometimes dehydrated skin, I applied a few drops (just drops, the product is liquid and has a pipette dispenser) in the morning, and in the evenings I added a nourishing night cream to the treatment."
Price: 1 950 rub.
Moisturizing serum Eau Thermale Water Serum, Uriage
Tested by editorial assistant Karina Ilyasova
“Designed to moisturize the skin, this serum is perfect as an adjunct to your skincare routine. Thanks to its lightweight formula, it absorbs quickly and perfectly without leaving any residue. She will not be able to act as the main care - the manufacturer immediately declares this.
But if even in the warm season you change nutrients for lighter ones, and there is still not enough moisture, then this serum will help you out. I usually apply it before bed and enjoy smooth, soft skin without breakouts. I think that for the cold season it is rather weak, but in the summer it is what you need."
Price: 1 289 rub.
Aqua-fluid Hydra Genius Aqua Fluid "The genius of hydration", L'Oréal
Tested by BeautyHack project manager Anastasia Lyagushkina
“The packaging of the product is pleasant both visually and in terms of tactile sensations, besides, it is a very convenient dispenser that dispenses the required amount of the product from the first time. The main components of the fluid are hyaluronic acid and aloe juice. The texture of the product resembles a white gel, which quickly dissolves upon contact with the skin and turns into water. The gel leaves a pleasant and light aloe scent, and the skin becomes soft, velvety and moisturized after application, without stickiness. If you suffer from oily shine during the day, appreciate that the face after the gel is slightly matte. Also, the rather economical price of the fluid, which does not affect the quality, cannot but rejoice."
Price: 450 rub.
Protective moisturizer with a matting effect Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF50 Mattifying, Ultraceuticals
Tested by BeautyHack smm manager Alexandra Grishina
“Girls with oily skin type are a godsend for you! Comfortable texture without an unpleasant sticky layer, economical consumption, large bottle volume (100 ml). Of the minuses - perhaps the price, but the product is worth every ruble, believe me! The cream has an average, but necessary for the city protection SPF 30. As the owner of very oily skin, I cannot get enough of its persistence and velvety finish without shine.
The cream contains panthenol, hyaluronic acid, shea butter and niacinamide, which is common for Sanskrin. The latter, by the way, is an active ingredient for cellular renewal of the skin. Niacinamide improves skin elasticity and creates a barrier function by lightening age spots.
I use the cream every day. I apply after washing and toning. Better to use it 15-20 minutes before sun exposure."
Price: 5,000 rubles.
