Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and your face will be front and centre. So, you want your skin to look like it’s been kissed by a thousand angels. What you don't want is for it to look like caterers are freshly frying jalebis off your face. You’ve spent months planning every detail, from the perfect dress to the impeccable playlist—but one thing that can make or break your wedding day look is your moisturiser.

We get it—you want your skin to look hydrated, smooth, and dewy, but not greasy. After all, you're not trying to be spotted by NASA from space. So, let’s talk about moisturisers that work like magic without making you shine; we have enough highlighters to do that job.

Dr.Jart+ Vital Hydra Solution Hydro Plump Water Cream, ₹3,350

If you’re a fan of Korean skincare, this one needs to be added to your cart immediately. Known for its incredible products, this one is especially beloved by skincare enthusiasts. Why? Because the formula is so lightweight, it feels like you are wearing nothing on your skin—hydrating without a trace of greasiness. It's the perfect companion for summer weddings.

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream With 24 Hour Hydration, ₹2,100

Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream is perfect for your wedding day, hydrating your skin without leaving a greasy residue. It provides long-lasting moisture, leaving your skin soft and smooth, ensuring you stay fresh and radiant without any shine (except maybe the highlighter we mentioned) throughout the day.

Plum 2% Niacinamide & Rice Water Gel Cream, ₹525

This multitasking gem belongs in your vanity, not just for your big day but for everyday use. Packed with niacinamide, rice water, and matmarine, it helps fade blemishes, smoothen skin, and control excess sebum, all while delivering hydration without the grease.

Mayskin Daily Dew Moisturizer, ₹1,699

Meet the Daily Dew Moisturiser, the lightweight gel moisturiser you’ll want in your wedding prep routine. Infused with 14 botanical extracts like bakuchiol, turmeric, and moringa, it hydrates, balances, and brightens your skin for up to 24 hours. Perfect for glowing, hydrated skin on your big day and beyond!

SkinDeli Water Glaze Moisture Gel Crème, ₹635

Water Glaze is your wedding day skin saviour. This non-greasy gel cream hydrates deeply with hyaluronic acid and probiotics, leaving your skin plump, soft, and glowing. It’s perfect for a fresh, smooth finish that lasts all day without clogging pores.

Simple Water Boost Hydrating Gel Crème, ₹449

This gel cream gives your skin the perfect dose of hydration without any oily aftermath. It leaves your skin plump, smooth, and glow-ready—ideal for your wedding day. Plus, it won’t clog pores, making it a safe bet for anyone with acne-prone or sensitive skin.

Pixi Vitamin-C Lotion, ₹2,650

If you’ve ever wondered what a feather would feel like on your face at 2 a.m., then Pixi’s moisturising lotion is the answer. This lightweight wonder feels like nothing at all on your skin yet keeps things hydrated and comfy all day. Plus, it locks in moisture while helping your makeup stay put.

Mizon Multi Function Formula All In One Snail Repair Cream, ₹2,499

Snail mucin continues to be a beauty favourite for all the right reasons, and this one’s no exception. It’s lightweight, helps tackle acne and blemishes, and keeps your skin feeling hydrated and plump. The perfect skincare BFF to ensure you glow on your big day!

Light Up Beauty Rice Cream For Face With 75% Rice Water Complex, ₹599

This rice cream is a must for a dewy, glass-like glow! Its combination of rice water, gold vitamin C, and hyaluronic acid hydrates and plumps your skin without the grease. Perfect for all skin types, it absorbs quickly and leaves your skin feeling lightweight throughout your ceremonies and reception.

Asaya Oil-Free Barrier+ Crème, ₹549

Lightweight yet nourishing, this moisturiser keeps bridal skin fresh and shine-free. With hyaluronic acid, ceramides, and cica, it delivers lasting hydration while strengthening the skin’s barrier—ideal for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin.

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