Dr. Althea

Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream 50ml

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£16.60 £22.00

Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream - Korean Moisturiser for Dry and Sensitive Skin (UK)

Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream is a rich Korean moisturiser designed to strengthen the skin barrier while deeply nourishing, protecting and hydrating dry, sensitive and stressed skin. This comforting barrier repair cream helps restore balance and lock in moisture, leaving the skin soft, smooth and healthy-looking.

Who is it for?

  • Dry or dehydrated skin
  • Sensitive or reactive skin
  • Damaged or weakened skin barrier
  • Tightness, flakiness or irritation
  • Combination-dry skin types

Key Benefits

  • Strengthens and repairs the skin barrier
  • Provides deep, long-lasting hydration
  • Helps soothe irritation and redness
  • Locks in moisture to prevent dryness
  • Leaves skin soft, smooth and comfortable

Key Ingredients & Benefits

  • Azulene – helps calm irritation and strengthen the skin barrier
  • Ceramides (NP, AS, AP) – restore and maintain moisture balance
  • Avocado extract – deeply nourishes and softens the skin
  • Peony root extract – helps soothe and revitalise the complexion
  • 7 types of Hyaluronic Acid – deliver multi-layer hydration and improve skin elasticity

Why is it trending in Korea?

Barrier repair has become a key focus in Korean skincare, and this cream stands out for its ability to deeply hydrate while strengthening the skin’s natural protective layer—making it ideal for sensitive and damaged skin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream good for dry skin?
Yes, it is specifically designed to provide deep hydration and long-lasting moisture, making it ideal for dry and dehydrated skin.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
Yes, the formula contains soothing ingredients like azulene and ceramides that help calm irritation and support sensitive skin.

Can I use it with active ingredients?
Yes, it pairs well with actives like retinol or exfoliants by helping to repair and strengthen the skin barrier.

Looking for more products for sensitive skin? Explore our sensitive skin collection.

What is Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream?

This barrier-repair moisturiser is designed to support the skin’s natural protective layer while delivering deep hydration. Its rich yet comfortable texture makes it ideal for daily use, especially for dry or sensitive skin.

How it compares to other Korean moisturisers

Unlike lightweight gel creams, this formula provides richer hydration with a strong focus on barrier repair, making it better suited for dry, dehydrated or compromised skin.

Apply as the last step of your night time skincare routine or before sunscreen in the morning. Apply an appropriate amount and spread on the skin. Gently pat for better absorption.

Conduct a patch test first. Use only as directed on the packaging. Avoid storing in high/low temperatures or in areas exposed to direct sunlight. Stop using if it causes any allergic reaction and seek medical advice.

WATER, GLYCERIN, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, CETEARYL ALCOHOL, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, METHYL TRIMETHICONE, HYDROGENATED POLYDECENE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, PHENYL TRIMETHICONE, VEGETABLE OIL, DIMETHICONE/VINYL DIMETHICONE CROSSPOLYMER, GLYCERYL STEARATE SE, COPTIS JAPONICA ROOT EXTRACT, ARTEMISIA PRINCEPS LEAF EXTRACT, PERSEA GRATISSIMA (AVOCADO) FRUIT EXTRACT, BRASSICA OLERACEA ACEPHALA LEAF EXTRACT, HYDROLYZED GARDENIA FLORIDA EXTRACT, PAEONIA ALBIFLORA FLOWER EXTRACT, HYDROGENATED LECITHIN, SODIUM HYALURONATE, CETEARYL OLIVATE, PALMITIC ACID, SORBITAN OLIVATE, C12-16 ALCOHOLS, BEHENYL ALCOHOL, STEARIC ACID, MICROCRYSTALLINE CELLULOSE, CETEARYL GLUCOSIDE, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/VP COPOLYMER,
POLYGLYCERYL-10 MYRISTATE, GLYCERYL POLYMETHACRYLATE, CELLULOSE GUM, CHOLESTEROL, CERAMIDE NP, DISODIUM EDTA, GLYCERYL STEARATE, METHYLPROPANEDIOL, MALTODEXTRIN, GUAIAZULENE, CERAMIDE AS, CERAMIDE AP, ARGININE, CARBOMER, CERAMIDE NS, CERAMIDE NG, TOCOPHEROL, DIMETHYLSILANOL HYALURONATE, HYDROLYZED SODIUM HYALURONATE, HYDROLYZED HYALURONIC ACID, POTASSIUM HYALURONATE, HYALURONIC ACID, SODIUM HYALURONATE CROSSPOLYMER, HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM HYALURONATE, SODIUM HYALURONATE DIMETHYLSILANOL, SODIUM ACETYLATED HYALURONATE, CERAMIDE EOP.

Ingredients are subject to change at the manufacturer's discretion. For the most complete, up-to-date list of ingredients, please refer to the product packaging.

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