When it comes to achieving glassy, dew-touched skin that looks like the mystical work of Tinker Bell, Glossier’s collection of minimalist skincare and makeup products monopolizes the industry. Products like Boy Brow ($16) (the brand’s all-time best-selling product), Balm Dotcom ($12), Lash Slick ($16), and any of their multiple elixirs beginning with the word “milky” have become addictive essentials, coveted by makeup artists, celebrities, editors, and beauty lovers everywhere. (Heck, even my 73-year-old mom loves their highlighting stick, Haloscope $22!)  

However, the focus on dewy, glowing, and positively bouncy skin can be a tad polarizing for those of us who experience frequent bouts of acne (me) or have perpetually oily skin. As much as I would love to drench my skin in the majority of Glossier’s skincare products, most of the formulas—if I’m being 100% honest—just haven’t worked for my finicky complexion. In fantasy, I would love to have clear skin that looks like it’s been hit by a sunbeam, but I also have to be careful with any products containing oils or other popular glow-enhancing ingredients. Because of this, I’ve almost exclusively gravitated towards Glossier’s selection of makeup and body care over their skincare. 

Thanks to Glossier’s brand new launch, Priming Moisturizer Balance ($25), however, that’s officially changed. The brand’s OG Priming Moisturizer ($22) has accrued fever-pitch love over the years, but since it’s better suited for those with dry to normal skin types, the brand has responded by launching another iteration better suited for those who veer oily or pimple-prone. Ultra-lightweight, non-comedogenic, and oil-free, it’s the holy-grail answer to what I’ve been craving from the brand. (The popularity of the original Priming Moisturizer has given me so much OMO over the years.) 

Keep scrolling for everything you need to know about the newest Glossier launch—from the key, skin-balancing ingredients to my honest review. Plus, I’ll round it all out by sharing ten more Glossier beauty products I re-order again and again. 

Although it may seem counterintuitive, oily skin craves and needs hydration just as much (or perhaps even more) than dry or normal skin. (FYI: moisture-starved skin will retaliate by creating even more oil which can perpetuate a slick skin situation.) Knowing this, the brand dreamed up the new Priming Moisturizer Balance ($25) which is specifically designed to drench the skin with necessary hydration while simultaneously refining the look of pores and keeping the skin matte with a subtle hint of glow. It’s a feather-light gel-cream formula that spreads easily before absorbing conveniently fast. The brand’s goal? To improve the look of grease-prone skin by reducing shine both short- and long-term. 

Alright, let’s dive in, shall we? First things first, it’s good to know that this product is not only oil-free and non-comedogenic (which makes it an amazing option for those suffering from skin sensitivities or acne), but it’s also cruelty-free, fragrance-free, alcohol-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, GMO-ree, vegan, and dermatologist-tested. To top it all off, the formula features other strategic additions designed to lock in moisture and tone-enhancing balance. Apple fruit extract is added to seal in hydration, marine extract (which is sourced from the fermentation of Antarctic Ocean marine bacteria) instantly helps banish shine, niacinamide improves the look of pores for a flattering filter-effect, willow bark extract makes way for a velvet-smooth finish, and last but not least, bamboo extract can aid in noticeably improving the texture of bumpy or glare-prone skin. 

So, here’s the tea. I really struggle with moisturizers. It’s as if my skin was ordained at birth to break out at the touch of literally any product designed to keep my skin hydrated. And, despite plenty of high-flung promises, plenty of formulas labeled as oil-free or safe for acne-prone skin have left my skin bumpy, greasy, or simply dehydrated. It’s so hard to find a product that can effortlessly toe the line between hydrating enough and zit-inducing city. In my time as a beauty editor, there have only been a handful of primers and moisturizers I can tolerate, and while I was hopeful after hearing the news and product perks of Glossier’s new launch, I was understandably, cautious. (What can I say, I’m damaged goods with trust issues!)

However, I’m happy to report that this product really fit the bill. Rarely does a beauty product do everything it says it will, but this product is quite amazing. It has a lovely, feather-light texture that’s clear in color and easy to spread and work into the skin—it has a slight glimmer-effect when you first apply it, but within seconds, it absorbs and dries down to a completely matte and invisible finish. My skin felt soft, smooth, and applying this product completely erased the need for my normal primer. I used it right after cleansing and patting on my favorite hyaluronic acid serum, and I found my foundation spread and blended into my skin really effortlessly. Even when I add powder, I find that my skin gets really shiny as the day wears on (especially during L.A. summers!) but my complexion remained remarkably matte and glare-free. I usually feel compelled to Facetune away some shine or makeup creases, but after snapping a few selfies, I found my skin had an almost pore-less, filter-like effect to it. There’s no smell which I appreciate, and a little goes a long way wich makes the affordable $25 pricepoint all the more appealing. 

My one and only qualm with this product is just how well it delivers. It almost left me too matte, and I actually found myself wishing I my skin looked and felt a little dewier. (I definitely think things would get much too desert-like if I combined this product with my favorite matte foundation.) That said, I have more combination skin versus strictly oily skin, so I think applying this as a primer on top of my normal moisturizer, or using this where I get greasy and another formula where I’m drier, would completely solve that problem. All in all, I’m sold, and I would definitely recommend this formula for anyone who is oily and in need of summertime moisturizer to help curb shine and grease. 

For some base, I recommend hitting two birds with one stone and snapping up this handy set featuring Glossier’s Perfecting Skin Tint and Stretch Concealer. I haven’t actually tried the Skin Tint, but I’ve had multiple makeup artists apply the Stretch Concealer wherever I need coverage before shoots. 

Boy brow is one of those beauty products that I firmly believe every single person needs to try in their lifetime. Choose from clear (my go-to), blonde, brown, or black. The flexible wax is easy to brush and manipulate so you can groom, fluff, thicken, and shape your brows to your preferred liking. 

Brow Flick is such a great find for anyone who’s looking to fill any sparse areas or create a natural shape to their brows. It works best on clean, product-free brows, so after you create your feather-like strokes, follow it up with Boy Brow to set and keep everything in place. 

This is the best mascara on the planet. No other formula I’ve tried lengthens and separates as beautifully, and whenever I wear it (which is always) people ask if I have extensions. It’s just that amazing and somehow lasts forever. 

I’ve always been a liquid liner type of girl, and Glossier’s flexible, brush-point pen is one of my favorite. (It never smudges.)

Cloud Paint is iconic—I own and regularly use every single color and have found the pillowy gel-cream formula to be the ultimate multi-tasker within my makeup routine. I apply it on the apples of my cheeks, lips, even on my eyes when I need a quickie shadow substitute. I recommend going with the duo option which allows you to choose two different hues to experiment with! 

I’m not actually a huge stick person when it comes to makeup and highlighters, but there is no other formula that gives you a glow quite as ethereal and photogenic as Haloscope. I love rubbing my finger in it and tapping it along my Cupid’s Bow, on top of my cheekbones, and down the bridge of my nose. If I’m feeling fancy, I’ll also apply it on my lids or the inner corners of my eyes. 

I’m a sucker for any product that multi-tasks which is one of the (many) reasons I love this cult-classic blam so much. Not only can you choose from countless flavors and tints (it’s practically the modern-day Lipsmackers for adults), it also relives everything from chapped lips to sad and decrepit cuticles.

I’m not usually a lip gloss person, but there is something so juicy about Glossier’s trio. They’re super-shiny but with zero annoying stickiness, and the cherry red is my favorite. (It gives you that, “I just sucked on a popsicle for an hour” vibe.)

Last but not least, hand cream. I never really thought a hand cream could be SO dreamy, until I tried this new one from Glossier. I’m addicted to how great it smells (it’s a fresh take on the brand’s signature fragrance You), and it leaves my skin so smooth and soft. Even after a full day of hand washes!  Up next, The 11 Glossier Products Our Beauty Editors Spend Their Own Money On