In the hunt for a face cream that hydrates without weighing you down, you might find the quest surprisingly challenging, particularly if you have a complexion like mine that’s a mix of dry and oily. For years, the only option seemed to be pricy potions in minuscule jars, promising a weightless moisture that didn’t leave you feeling icky.
But that was before Amazon shoppers stumbled upon the Good Molecules brand, hailed for revolutionizing the hydration scene. Their Lightweight Daily Moisturizer is the cream that’s redefining the game.

“I’ve been treating myself to Tatcha lately and decided to try this on my travels,” one top-rated reviewer explains. “I’ll be switching to this and saving $90, as it’s far superior. It feels like it absorbs into my skin, leaving it incredibly soft and revitalized.”
Better yet, the moisturizer that’s winning over Tatcha fans costs just $12, and users swear it “works like magic.”
Crafted with avocado seed oil, a luxurious emollient bursting with skin-friendly fatty acids and vitamins, it also features shea butter, a super hydrating ingredient that soothes the skin, and hyaluronic acid, a renowned moisturizer in the skincare world.
These ingredients together create a “soft, supple” texture that shoppers adore, without any greasiness or heaviness. They describe it as creamy yet light, absorbing swiftly, and leaving the skin “soft, smooth, and rejuvenated.”
“This has to be the lightest and most pleasant facial lotion I’ve ever used! Every time I apply it, my skin feels great,” a satisfied shopper shares. “It’s my go-to simply because of how it feels on my skin.”
Plus, it’s perfect under makeup and SPF without any clumping, which is no surprise since it was originally designed as a silicone-free makeup primer that does so much more than just prep the skin.
A mere pea-sized dollop is sufficient, and at $12 for a generous 3.4-ounce tube, it’s a surprisingly reasonable price compared to high-end moisturizers. “The value for the price is incredible—one tube lasts me a month with daily use,” an enthusiast notes. “For its quality, affordability, and effectiveness, it’s a no-brainer five-star essential in my regimen.”
It’s also vegan and cruelty-free, a win for eco-conscious consumers seeking skincare that’s kind to animals and the environment.
Our last feature on a Good Molecules product, the Super Peptide Serum, flew off the shelves in 48 hours and took weeks to replenish. Don’t miss the chance to grab this $12 Lightweight Daily Moisturizer while supplies last, and stay tuned for more top picks from the budget-friendly Good Molecules collection, which kicks off at just $6.