Being a beauty enthusiast isn’t the most relaxing thing to do as I’m constantly on the hunt for a formula that simplifies my skincare regime. I have a gazillion of products sitting on my dressing table waiting for me to try them out but little time is what I have. An array of facial cream jars unopened, face masks that have far passed their expiry dates, and not to mention the beauty tools I bought just to hop on Instagram and TikTok’s bandwagon, but left unused.
In reality, nobody has time for an 18-steps-skincare-routine fussiness, rather, I see it as a scam created by celebrities and beauty gurus. Though, we still appreciate products that function well and are gentle enough on our skin. What we all need is a multi purpose skin care product that is so versatile that it can do it all!
I’m sure we all need at least one of them. Ahead, Beauty Signal Lab rounds up some of the best multifunctional beauty products you should invest your money in, right now.
Merging 10 skincare functions in one single product, this one step facial cream from Euglena is made to deliver intense hydration, tone and leave the skin looking smooth, supple and radiant. Euglena All In One Cream is developed with Micro-capsule Technology to provide your skin with freshness and confer its optimal benefits. Formulated with vitamin C and E to prevent oxidation of the extracts, when the micro-capsules burst once the cream is applied, it’ll penetrate deep into the skin for repair and rejuvenation.
Contains vitamin C and E to prevent oxidation, this all-in-one cream is made with Micro-capsule Technology to deliver ultimate freshness to the skin.
Multifunctional
Rejuvenating
Reduces damage and deeply hydrates the skin
Pricey
This product is made from the brand’s exclusive Barriercare technology, which is intended to safeguard the integrity of the skin barrier. This multifunctional beauty product can either be used as a regular face cleanser or a clay mask. Formulated with kaolin, bentonite, glycolic acid and salicylic acid, best believe that this product can get rid of your skin’s excess oil and filth as it delivers deep exfoliation.
This product is made with Neutrogena’s exclusive ‘Barriercare technology to protect the skin barrier while containing ingredients such as kaolin, bentonite, glycolic acid and salicylic acid to exfoliate the skin.
Removes skin impurities
Contains salicylic acid
Oil-free and non-comedogenic
Minimal effects
When it comes to skincare, we can be a little lazy at times, and that’s not okay! Instead of going to bed without washing your face prior, consider using a Micellar water to remove your makeup or any impurities sitting in your pores. Avene Micellar Lotion Cleanser is a multifunctional beauty product that functions both as a cleanser and a moisturiser that restores your pH balance. It contains Pentylene glycol which acts as humectant, moisturising your skin whilst hydrogenated castor oil inhibiting germ formation.
Formulated with humectant Pentylene glycol and hydrogenated castor to deeply moisturise the skin whilst inhibiting the formation of germ.
Cleanses make-up and impurities
Gentle
Lightweight
Contains fragrance
This creamy, lightweight and silky smooth lotion will glide effortlessly across the skin and is suitable for all skin types! This multifunctional beauty product not only acts as a lotion or moisturiser, but also as a sunblock. It is formulated with natural ingredients such as essential fatty acids and vitamins that serve to balance out your skin’s oil and moisture level. In result, you’ll notice an even supple, smoother and healthier skin.
Contains natural ingredients including essential fatty acids and vitamins to balance out the skin’s oil and moisture level, this cream can be used as a lotion, moisturiser and a sunblock.
Multifunctional
Layerable with makeup
Lightweight
Basic
Contains fragrance
One of the best multifunctional beauty products that we highly recommend — Root Remedies Argan Pure Oil. It can be used either on your hair or skin as it works fairly well in boosting hair growth and leaving it looking nice and glossy. Gently massage the oil onto damp hair and your face, throughout your body until it is completely absorbed. You are strongly advised to use the oil twice per day for optimal results.
Acts both as a hair tonic and skin oil.
Protects the hair against sun damage
Treats dandruff
Strengthen the hair
Comes in little amount
Vitamin C is the Kylie Jenner of the town, be it in facials or serums. Kiehl’s Powerful Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate took a step further by gracing us with a unique ingredient combination. This serum contains 10.5% of L-Ascorbic acid which is a type of Vitamin C that aids in the development of collagen and brightening of skin. It also contains hyaluronic acid that plumps the skin.
Contains 10.5% of L-Ascorbic acid and Hyaluronic acid, both of which are skin-loving ingredients.
Improves overall skin texture
tone and radiance
Provides antioxidant protection
Pricey
This is one of our favourite multifunctional beauty products as it solves the age-old problem of greasy skin. Those with an oily skin or big pores understand the necessity of a primer. Today, you’re in for a treat. Bobbi Brown Vitamin Enriched Face Base is here to help set your foundation and occasionally, act as a moisturiser too. Formulated with shea butter, this cream provides intense hydration and cushions the face well. It also balances out your skin’s oil and moisture level by removing excess sebum whilst minimising your pores.
Contains shea butter for ultimate hydration, this face base multitask as a primer and a moisturiser.
Anti-oxidant
Hydrates
Smooths and primes skin for makeup applications
Pricey
This is probably the best drugstore face cleanser that is multifunctional. With a powder-fresh scent and mild suds, Cetaphil cleanses your skin thoroughly yet leaves it soft and supple. Several testers remarked that it was gentle and great for sensitive skin as it didn’t overdry nor irritate. Plus, it rinses off fairly easily and makes your skin feel extremely hydrated afterward.
A hypoallergenic facial cleanser that is gentle enough for everyday use.
Thoroughly cleanses the skin
Gentle
Affordable
Minimal effects
One of the best multifunctional beauty products that comes with a nice texture. Clinique Smart Custom Repair Concentrate Serum got our vote of confidence for softening, firming, brightening, toning, and minimising pores and brown spots. It is able to boost skin’s firmness by 24% and minimises pores and hyperpigmentation by 7%. What’s there not to like about this serum?
A concentrated serum that firms the skin whilst minimising pores and hyperpigmentation.
Firms the skin
Minimises pores and dark spots
Brightens and evens skin tone
Takes time for results to show
Lightweight and mild, Roc’s formula is what made it amongst the best multifunctional beauty products for smoothing lines and skin texture. ROC Multi Correxion 5 in 1 Anti-Aging Daily Face Moisturiser with SPF 30 is able to improve skin’s overall texture, diminish wrinkles, and firms. Working both as a moisturiser and sunblock, it also absorbs fairly quickly and leaves your skin feeling exceptionally smooth and soft after use.
Moisturiser with SPF 30 that is able to enhance skin’s texture, reduce wrinkles and firm the skin.
Smooths skin’s texture
Reduces wrinkles
Fast-absorbing
Comes in little amount
In our list of the best multifunctional beauty products, we had to include this. Skinceuticals Metacell Renewal B3 Serum contains high levels of niacinamide (vitamin B3) combined with a firming tripeptide concentrate and pure glycerin to stimulate cell turnover hence capable of minimising the appearance of wrinkles, brightening and firming the skin. Plus, the lightweight texture is extremely helpful for us residing under Singapore’s burning-hot tropical weather. Check out our favourite moisturisers for oily skin here.
Contains high levels of niacinamide combined with a firming tripeptide concentrate and pure glycerin to accelerate cell turnover.
Reduces the appearance of wrinkles
Brightens and firms skin
Pricey
Ever thought of experiencing a spa at home? Dermalogica Rapid Reveal Peel is regarded for being at spa-level, with lactic acid formulation that provides intense evening skin tone and reducing fine lines. Furthermore, this at-home peel is great in kick starting cell renewal to achieve visible radiance and gently exfoliates without downtime. Formulated with a unique complex of phytoactive AHA extracts, Lactic Acid and fermented plant enzymes such as that from the pumpkin fruit and Australian Caviar Lime, best believed that your skin is receiving all the goodness it deserves!
An at-home peel formulated with phytoactive AHA extracts, Lactic Acid and fermented plant enzymes such as that from the pumpkin fruit and Australian Caviar Lime.
Evens skin tone
Minimises fine lines
Minimal effects
Pricey
This is one of our favourite multifunctional beauty products that are priced at good value. Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream delivers intense hydration thanks to its wonderful combination of hyaluronic acid, niacinamide and peptides. It works extremely well in boosting skin’s hydration throughout the day and multitasks as a serum, moisturiser as well as an eye cream. Apply this cream twice a day for optimal results.
Formulated with advanced Amino-Peptide Complex and Carob fruit extract to renew skin’s surface.
High quality ingredients
Hydrating
Affordable
Contains fragrance
L’oréal Paris once again served for reducing UV Spots, evening skin tone and moisturising. We are loving how this moisturiser absorbs fast and leaves a silky finish. Formulated with vitamin C and glycolic acid, rest assured that it can help minimise the appearance of wrinkles and make your skin look even brighter and radiant than ever. What’s more? It acts both as a moisturiser and sunblock, how convenient!
A brightening day moisturiser with SPF 30, formulated with vitamin C and glycolic acid to plump up your skin and reverse signs of ageing.
Minimises dark spots
Evens skin tone
Hydraytes
More of a sunscreen than a moisturiser
Lancôme Absolue Revitalising Anti-Aging Eye Cream is packed with vitamins that work best in hydrating and firming the skin. This indulgent eye cream can instantly diminish the appearance of wrinkles around the eyes as well as crow’s feet. Formulated with Pro-Xylane, Grand Rose Extract, LHA (a type of salicylic acid), Linseed Extract and Shea Butter, your skin is set to experience all the benefits at their finest!
An anti-aging eye cream that firms the delicate skin around the eye contour and minimises wrinkles, crow’s feet and puffiness.
Moisturises
Firms the skin
Luxurious formula
Pricey
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