Priming Moisturizer Balance Oil-Control Gel-Cream

Glossier Priming Moisturizer Balance is a gel-cream built for skin that gets shiny by noon. It hydrates and mattifies in one step, blurring the look of pores without the chalky, tight feeling that oil-control products often leave behind — so it doubles as a smooth base before makeup.

What it actually does

• Controls shine without stripping. Glossier designed this gel formula for oily and combination skin: a marine extract soaks up excess oil while glycerin keeps skin comfortably hydrated.
• Visibly refines pores. Niacinamide works on the look of pores and uneven tone, and willow bark extract helps smooth the skin's surface.
• Preps for makeup. The brand's "Power Primers" give foundation an even, grippable canvas — this is a moisturiser and primer in one.
• Brand-tested shine control. In Glossier's clinical study of 32 people (ages 20–45), participants reported immediate hydration with balanced oil, a reduced look of pores, and shine control lasting up to 12 hours.
• Clean credentials. The formula is vegan, gluten-free and cruelty-free.

How to use

1. Apply morning and evening on cleansed skin, massaging in until absorbed.
2. On makeup days, let it be your primer — smooth it on, wait a minute, then apply foundation.

Is it right for you?

Questions

Is this a primer or a moisturiser?

Both. It hydrates like a daily moisturiser and creates a smooth, grippy surface for foundation, so you can skip a separate primer on most days.

Will it dry my skin out like other mattifiers?

That's exactly what it's built to avoid — glycerin hydrates while the oil-absorbing ingredients handle shine, so skin stays comfortable rather than tight or powdery.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. In-stock items arrive at the faster end; items we order in for you take longer.

How can I pay?

Credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery.

What is the return policy?

Returns are accepted for defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery. Once verified, we refund to the original payment method within 15–30 days.