Obagi Hydrate Light Weightless Gel Cream 48g jar
Obagi Hydrate Light gel cream moisturiser
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OBAGI - Hydrate Light® Weightless Gel Cream 48g

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About OBAGI - Hydrate Light® Weightless Gel Cream 48g

In short: Obagi’s lightest Hydrate moisturiser: an oil-free, non-comedogenic gel cream with ceramides, polyglutamic acid and tara seed extract. Obagi’s testing showed 24-hour hydration from one application, and it layers well under make-up.

Obagi Hydrate Light® Weightless Gel Cream 48g

Hydrate Light® is the weightless, fast-absorbing member of the Obagi Hydrate family. It pairs humectants that draw water into the skin with light occlusives that help hold it there. The result is a plump, smooth-looking complexion without a heavy or greasy finish and without clogging pores.

It is oil-free, non-comedogenic and hypoallergenic, so it suits normal, combination and oilier skin, warm weather and anyone who wants a moisturiser that sits well under SPF and make-up. If you prefer a richer texture, see Obagi Hydrate or Hydrate Luxe. Genuine Obagi Medical stock from Obagi’s UK distribution.

Results (Obagi studies)

  • 24-hour hydration from a single application
  • 95% agreed their skin looked healthy and felt nourished
  • 94% agreed it felt lightweight on the skin
  • 88% felt it layered well under make-up

24-hour bio-instrumentation test and 2023 2-week in-use study. Data on file at Obagi Cosmeceuticals LLC. Individual results vary.

Key benefits

  • Up to 24 hours of hydration in a weightless gel cream
  • Supports the skin’s moisture barrier with ceramides
  • Oil-free, non-comedogenic and hypoallergenic
  • Fast-absorbing, so it works by day under SPF and make-up or at night
  • Antioxidant support from niacinamide and wine ferment

Key ingredients

  • Tara seed extract: a moisture-holding matrix that helps reduce water loss
  • Polyglutamic acid and glycerin: humectants that draw water into the skin
  • Ceramides NP, AP and EOP: barrier lipids that help replenish the moisture barrier
  • Niacinamide: soothes, smooths and refines the look of skin
  • Wine ferment: an antioxidant that supports overall skin health

Full ingredients (Obagi Medical, obagi.com): Aqua/water/eau, dimethicone, dimethyl isosorbide, glycerin, isododecane, isononyl isononanoate, niacinamide, cetearyl alcohol, jojoba esters, saccharide isomerate, coco‑glucoside, hydroxyethyl acrylate/sodium acryloyldimethyl taurate copolymer, isohexadecane, helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed wax, propanediol, hydrolyzed caesalpinia spinosa gum, panthenol, xanthan gum, glycine soja (soybean) seed extract, polysorbate 60, saccharomyces lysate extract, wine extract, sclerotium gum, bisabolol, lecithin, pullulan, caesalpinia spinosa gum, dimethicone crosspolymer, dimethicone/vinyl dimethicone crosspolymer, sodium lauroyl lactylate, polyglutamic acid, silica, ceramide np, ceramide ap, phytosphingosine, cholesterol, carbomer, ceramide eop, ethylhexylglycerin, phenoxyethanol, citric acid, sodium citrate, potassium sorbate. Always check the pack you receive, as formulations can change.

Who is it for?

  • Normal, combination or oily skin that needs hydration without heaviness
  • Dehydrated skin that feels tight but gets shiny with richer creams
  • Anyone wanting a moisturiser that sits well under make-up
  • Warm or humid weather and active lifestyles

How to use

  1. Cleanse and apply any serums.
  2. Apply to the face morning and evening, or as needed.
  3. In the morning, follow with sunscreen such as Obagi Sun Shield Mineral SPF 50.

Product details

  • Brand: Obagi Medical
  • Range: Obagi Hydrate®
  • Size: 48g
  • Texture: Gel cream
  • Finish: Weightless, non-greasy

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Hydrate, Hydrate Light and Hydrate Luxe?

Hydrate Light is the lightest, oil-free gel cream. Hydrate is the everyday facial moisturiser. Hydrate Luxe is the richest, made for dry skin and night use.

Will it clog pores?

Obagi describes it as oil-free and non-comedogenic, so it is a good choice for breakout-prone or oily skin.

Can I use it with Obagi Nu-Derm or retinol?

Yes. A light moisturiser is a useful partner to retinoids and exfoliating products that can leave skin feeling dry.

Do I need a prescription or consultation?

No. This is a cosmetic Obagi product, so you can add it to your basket and check out as normal.

Sources

Reviewed 10 November 2026 by Skin by Science against Obagi Medical product information. Cosmetic product, not a medicine. No prescription or consultation needed.