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Best Face Cream for Oily Skin in Nigeria 2026: Real Picks, Real Prices

“Face cream for oily skin? Girl, never”

“I’ll be so shiny”

“I’ll sweat so much, I could never.”

Well, that’s because you’re not using the right face cream. 

Beauty by Daz is here to guide you. This guide will feel like we’re holding your hands at a beauty store and literally guiding you on the right face cream to pick. 

Trust us. 

 

TL;DR: Best Face Creams for Oily Skin in Nigeria

• The best face cream for oily skin in Nigeria is the CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel-Cream because it hydrates without clogging pores and absorbs excess oil for a matte finish.
• Oily skin still needs a face cream because skipping moisturiser triggers your skin to produce EVEN MORE oil to compensate (yes, really).
• Look for lightweight gel creams or water creams with niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, silica, or salicylic acid, and avoid coconut oil, shea butter, or mineral oil on the face.
• Prices for the best face creams for oily skin in Nigeria range from ₦5,999 (Simple Hydrating Light Moisturizer) to ₦35,000 (premium picks like La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat).
• Apply face cream twice daily on slightly damp skin, after toner and serum, before sunscreen.
• Counterfeit moisturisers (especially fake CeraVe) are everywhere in Lagos markets, so authenticity is non-negotiable.
• You can get every cream in this guide from Beauty By Daz, Nigeria’s most trusted skincare store, sourcing directly from manufacturers, delivering nationwide, and guaranteeing 100% original products.

 

Quick Comparison: 10 Best Face Creams for Oily Skin in Nigeria

Face Cream	Best For	Texture	Key Ingredient	Price (NGN)
CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel-Cream	Overall pick	Gel-cream	Niacinamide + Silica	₦28,000-₦35,000
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel	Oily-dehydrated skin	Water gel	Hyaluronic acid	₦18,000-₦22,000
FaceFacts Ceramide Oil Control Gel Cream	Affordable everyday	Gel cream	Ceramides	₦8,500-₦10,000
FaceFacts Wonder Cream	Brightening + hydrating	Light cream	Niacinamide + Vitamin C	₦8,500-₦10,000
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat	Premium / acne-prone	Mattifying cream	Sebulyse + Perlite	₦30,000-₦35,000
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion	Korean skincare lovers	Lotion	Birch sap	₦19,000-₦23,000
Hada Labo Gokujyun Light Moisturizing Cream	Japanese minimalism	Light cream	5 types of HA	₦20,000-₦24,000
Simple Hydrating Light Moisturizer	Sensitive oily skin	Light lotion	Pro-Vitamin B5	₦5,999-₦7,500
The Ordinary NMF + HA	Budget pick	Light lotion	Natural Moisturizing Factors	₦8,500-₦9,500
Olay Regenerist Vit C + AHA24 Night Cream	Night cream / anti-ageing	Gel cream	AHAs + Vitamin C	₦25,000-₦30,000

P.S.: Prices may shift slightly with FX, but we update our face moisturizer collection regularly so you always see the current rate.

 

Does Oily Skin Really Need a Face Cream?

Yes, oily skin absolutely needs a face cream because when you skip moisturiser, your skin assumes it’s dehydrated and produces EVEN MORE oil to compensate, leaving you shinier than before.

Oily skin is not the same as hydrated skin. Plenty of people have oily AND dehydrated skin at the same time (yes, both, at once). Your sebaceous glands produce extra sebum because they’re trying to make up for the moisture your skin is lacking.

So the cycle goes:

1. You skip face cream because “my skin is already oily.”
2. Your skin gets dehydrated underneath.
3. Your glands panic and produce more sebum.
4. You look shinier.
5. You wash your face more aggressively.
6. Your skin gets even more dehydrated.
7. Repeat forever.

A well-formulated face cream breaks this cycle. 

We’ve already started several Beauty By Daz clients on the right cream, and the difference within 2-3 weeks is honestly shocking. If you’re not sure whether you’re oily or just dehydrated, book a free skin consultation with us and we’ll match you to the right formula.

 

10 Best Face Creams for Oily Skin in Nigeria

The 10 best face creams for oily skin in Nigeria are the CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel-Cream, Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel, FaceFacts Ceramide Oil Control Gel Cream, FaceFacts Wonder Cream, La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat, COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion, Hada Labo Gokujyun Light Moisturizing Cream, Simple Hydrating Light Moisturizer, The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA, and Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + AHA24 Night Gel Cream.

We’ve broken down each one below so you can pick the right match for your skin, your budget, and your routine.

1. CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel-Cream

The CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel-Cream is the best overall face cream for oily skin in Nigeria because it combines niacinamide, ceramides, and silica to control oil while strengthening your skin barrier without any greasy finish.

This is the one we hand to almost every oily-skinned client at Beauty By Daz. It’s lightweight, dries to a matte finish, layers beautifully under sunscreen and makeup, and the ceramides actually fix your skin barrier instead of just sitting on top.

Buttt, one thing: this is one of the MOST counterfeited face creams in Nigeria. We’ve seen fakes sold for less than ₦10,000, and they cause more breakouts than they fix. That’s why you should  always shop the CeraVe Oil Control Gel-Cream from Beauty By Daz so you know what’s going on your face.

2. Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel

The Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel is the best water-based cream for oily, dehydrated skin because it contains 200% more hyaluronic acid than the average moisturiser and dries down to a matte finish without any shine.

If your skin feels tight after cleansing AND gets oily by midday, this is your face cream. It feels like water on application, sinks in within seconds, and leaves zero residue. 

Get the Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel from Beauty By Daz so you don’t buy a fake product.

3. FaceFacts Ceramide Oil Control Gel Cream

The FaceFacts Ceramide Oil Control Gel Cream is the most affordable face cream for oily skin in Nigeria because it’s less than ₦5,000, contains ceramides for barrier repair, and absorbs into the skin without leaving a sticky residue.

We won’t gatekeep a single thing, this is the cream we recommend to clients on a tight budget who want effective oil control. 

And of course, you can shop the FaceFacts Ceramide Oil Control Gel Cream from Beauty By Daz.

4. FaceFacts Wonder Cream

The FaceFacts Wonder Cream is the best multitasking face cream for oily skin because it combines niacinamide, vitamin C, green tea, and hyaluronic acid into one lightweight formula that brightens, hydrates, and controls oil.

If you’re trying to simplify your routine (or you’re just lazy, no judgment), this face cream does the job of three. The vitamin C handles your dullness, the niacinamide handles your oil, the hyaluronic acid handles dehydration. Get the FaceFacts Wonder Cream at Beauty By Daz.

5. La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat

The La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat is the best premium face cream for oily, acne-prone skin in Nigeria because it uses Sebulyse technology and perlite to mattify the skin for up to 8 hours without clogging pores.

This is the cream we recommend for clients with severe oiliness. The kind of oily where you’re blotting your forehead at 11am. It’s dermatologist-formulated, allergy-tested, and you can wear it under foundation without pilling. 

If that sounds like you, shop the original La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat from Beauty By Daz.

6. COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion with Birch Sap

The COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion is the best Korean face cream for oily skin because it uses birch sap (instead of water) as its base, which provides hydration without adding any oil to the formula.

Birch sap is rich in minerals and amino acids, and the formula contains zero oils. It’s lightweight enough for harmattan AND rainy season. Get the COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion from Beauty By Daz authentic.

7. Hada Labo Gokujyun Light Moisturizing Cream

The Hada Labo Gokujyun Light Moisturizing Cream is the best Japanese face cream for oily skin because it packs 5 types of hyaluronic acid into a lightweight, fragrance-free formula that absorbs in seconds.

The formula is minimalist, the ingredients are clean, and the texture is somehow both rich and weightless. 

Shop the Hada Labo Gokujyun Light Moisturizing Cream at Beauty By Daz.

8. Simple Hydrating Light Moisturizer

The Simple Hydrating Light Moisturizer is the best beginner-friendly face cream for oily skin because it costs under ₦8,000, has no fragrance, dye, or harsh chemicals, and works for sensitive oily skin types.

For anyone just starting their skincare routine (or someone who reacts to everything), Simple is the safest bet. It’s gentle, it’s affordable, it’s accessible. Just be careful where you buy it. We recommend you get the Simple Hydrating Light Moisturizer from Beauty By Daz because they source directly from the manufacturer.

P.S.: If your skin tilts more sensitive than oily, the slightly richer Simple Replenishing Rich Moisturizer is a solid alternative.

9. The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

The Ordinary Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA is the best budget face cream for oily skin because it costs under ₦9,000, mimics your skin’s own moisture barrier, and works with almost every active in your routine.

The Ordinary keeps it simple. NMF+HA is basically your skin’s own moisturising components, bottled. It plays well with retinol, vitamin C, acids, niacinamide, you name it. Shop the Ordinary NMF + HA at Beauty By Daz and pair it with your existing routine.

10. Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + AHA24 Night Gel Cream

The Olay Regenerist Vitamin C + AHA24 Night Gel Cream is the best night cream for oily, ageing skin because it pairs gentle AHAs with vitamin C to smooth texture and brighten dark spots while you sleep.

This one’s for you if you’re in your late 20s and beyond, dealing with both oiliness AND the first signs of ageing or hyperpigmentation. Apply at night, wake up to smoother, brighter skin. Browse Olay and other premium brands at Beauty By Daz for the original.

 

What to Look For in a Face Cream for Oily Skin

The best face cream for oily skin contains niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, salicylic acid, silica, or ceramides, comes in a lightweight gel-cream or water-cream texture, and is labelled non-comedogenic, oil-free, or fragrance-free.

We’re telling you this in case you go out shopping on your own:

Ingredients to look for:

1. Niacinamide: regulates oil, minimises pores, calms redness. But if you want a serum version, try the FaceFacts Niacinamide Serum alongside your cream.
2. Hyaluronic acid: pulls water into your skin without adding oil. Perfect for oily-dehydrated skin.
3. Salicylic acid (BHA): dissolves oil inside the pore and prevents breakouts. If you’re new to BHAs, read our guide to introducing acids into your skincare routine first.
4. Silica & perlite: physically absorb excess oil for a mattifying effect.
5. Ceramides: strengthen your skin barrier so it stops overproducing oil.
6. Green tea extract: antioxidant that calms inflammation in acne-prone oily skin.

Ingredients to avoid

• Coconut oil, cocoa butter, shea butter on the face (great for body, bad for oily faces).
• Mineral oil and petrolatum as primary ingredients.
• Heavy silicones like dimethicone listed at the top of the ingredients (small amounts further down are fine).
• Alcohol denat. or SD alcohol as one of the first ingredients (drying alcohols cause rebound oiliness).
• Strong fragrance if you have sensitive oily skin.

P.S.: If you want a full breakdown of how to match products to your skin type, our guide to choosing skincare for your skin type is a great place to start.

 

How Much Does a Face Cream for Oily Skin Cost in Nigeria?

A face cream for oily skin in Nigeria costs between ₦5,999 and ₦35,000 depending on the brand, size, and active ingredients, with most quality picks falling in the ₦9,000-₦20,000 range.

Face Cream	Size	Price Range (NGN)
Simple Hydrating Light Moisturizer	125ml	₦5,999 – ₦7,500
FaceFacts Ceramide Oil Control Gel Cream	50ml	₦8,500 – ₦10,000
FaceFacts Wonder Cream	50ml	₦8,500 – ₦10,000
The Ordinary NMF + HA	30ml	₦8,500 – ₦9,500
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Water Gel	50ml	₦18,000 – ₦22,000
COSRX Oil-Free Ultra-Moisturizing Lotion	100ml	₦19,000 – ₦23,000
Hada Labo Gokujyun Light Moisturizing Cream	50g	₦20,000 – ₦24,000
Olay Regenerist Vit C + AHA24 Night Cream	50ml	₦25,000 – ₦30,000
CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel-Cream	52ml	₦28,000 – ₦35,000
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Mat	40ml	₦30,000 – ₦35,000

Now, we get it; ₦35,000 isn’t exactly cheap. But remember, you’re not just paying for another lotion. You’re investing in your skin barrier, your pore size, and how your face looks every single time you leave the house. A good face cream lasts 3-4 months, which works out to about ₦10,000 a month at the high end. Cheaper than the makeup you’d buy to cover up bad skin.

Shop the full face moisturizer collection at Beauty By Daz and pick the one that fits your budget.

 

How to Apply Face Cream for Oily Skin: 7 Step Routine

To apply face cream on oily skin correctly, cleanse first, tone, apply your serum, then dispense a pea-sized amount of cream, dot it across your face, massage gently into slightly damp skin, and seal with sunscreen in the morning.

That’s literally it.

Butttt, because we love you at Beauty By Daz, we’ve broken it down into 7 simple steps:

1. Cleanse your face thoroughly. If you wore sunscreen or makeup, do a double cleanse (oil cleanser first, then water cleanser).
2. Apply your toner while skin is still damp. Pat, don’t wipe.
3. Layer your serum of choice. Vitamin C in the morning, niacinamide or retinol at night.
4. Wait 30 seconds for the serum to absorb (no longer, or your skin dries out).
5. Dispense a pea-sized amount of face cream onto the back of your hand. Yes, that’s enough. We promise.
6. Dot it across your forehead, cheeks, nose, and chin, then massage gently in upward strokes.
7. In the morning, seal with sunscreen. SPF 30 minimum. Pick from our list of the best sunscreens for oily skin if you don’t have one yet.

For a complete morning and night routine, check our beginners skincare routine essentials guide. And if you’re a busy professional juggling a million things, our quick skincare guide for busy professionals gives you a 5-minute version.

5 Common Mistakes People with Oily Skin Make with Face Cream

The 5 most common mistakes oily-skinned people make are skipping face cream entirely, using too much product, picking heavy formulas with coconut oil or shea butter, applying cream to bone-dry skin, and not switching formulas between rainy season and harmattan.

1. Skipping face cream entirely. We’ve covered this, but it’s worth saying again: skipping moisturiser makes your oil production WORSE. Don’t do it.
2. Using too much product. A pea-sized amount is enough. Doubling up doesn’t double the hydration; it just clogs your pores.
3. Using heavy creams meant for the body. Coconut oil, shea butter, and cocoa butter are great for your knees and elbows. They are NOT for your face if you’re oily.
4. Applying cream to bone-dry skin. Damp skin absorbs cream up to 5x better. Don’t let your face dry completely between toner and cream.
5. Not switching formulas seasonally. Lagos harmattan and Lagos rainy season are two different climates. In harmattan, you may need a slightly richer cream. In rainy season, go lighter. Our harmattan skincare guide for oily skin covers this in detail.

 

Frequently Asked Questions: Face Cream for Oily Skin

1. What is the best face cream for oily skin in Nigeria?

The best face cream for oily skin in Nigeria is the CeraVe Oil Control Moisturising Gel-Cream for most people, with FaceFacts Ceramide Oil Control Gel Cream as the best budget alternative. Both are available authentic at Beauty By Daz.

2. Should oily skin use a face cream at night?

Yes, oily skin should use a face cream at night because your skin repairs itself while you sleep and needs hydration to do that properly. A lightweight gel cream like the CeraVe Oil Control Gel-Cream works for both morning and night.

3. Is gel cream better than regular cream for oily skin?

Gel cream is better than regular cream for oily skin because the lightweight, water-based texture hydrates without adding oil or clogging pores. Traditional creams are usually too rich for oily faces and can trigger breakouts.

4. Can I use the same face cream for oily skin all year in Nigeria?

You can use the same face cream all year in Nigeria, but many people switch to a slightly richer formula during harmattan because the dry, dusty air dehydrates the skin faster than rainy season humidity.

5. What ingredients should I avoid in face cream if I have oily skin?

You should avoid coconut oil, cocoa butter, shea butter, mineral oil, and high concentrations of drying alcohol in face creams if you have oily skin. These either clog pores or trigger rebound oiliness.

6. Do dermatologists recommend face cream for oily skin?

Yes, dermatologists consistently recommend face cream for oily skin because skipping moisturiser leads to dehydration, increased sebum production, and a damaged skin barrier. The Beauty By Daz team works with skincare professionals to recommend dermatologist-approved formulas for every skin type.

7. Where can I buy the best face cream for oily skin in Nigeria?

You can buy the best face cream for oily skin in Nigeria at Beauty By Daz. They process all orders quickly, deliver nationwide, and guarantee every product is 100% original.

 

Final Verdict: Should You Use a Face Cream If You Have Oily Skin?

Yes, you should absolutely use a face cream if you have oily skin in 2026, but only a lightweight, non-comedogenic formula matched to your skin type, your local climate, and the actives already in your routine.

Skipping face cream is one of the biggest skincare mistakes oily-skinned Nigerians make. The right cream will reduce your shine, shrink the look of your pores, prevent breakouts, and make every other product in your routine work better.

Summary of the gist: start using a proper face cream tonight. Pick one from our top 10 list, match it to your skin, and stick with it for at least 4 weeks before judging the results.

But if you can’t decide, book a free skin consultation with us and we’ll match you to the perfect cream for your skin.

See you in the next post :))