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The Better Barrier Duo

$141.10 CAD $166 Value

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The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Better Barrier Duo
The Base Face Milk The Base Face Milk
The Base Face Milk - To smooth, soothe, and prep for makeup.
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Facial Essence + Lightweight Moisturizer
A jar of ILIA Barrier Build Skin Protectant with colloidal oatmeal and ceramides, featuring the National Eczema Association seal.
Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream - Moisturize. Soothe. Strengthen.
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Give your skin the gift of layerable hydration with not one but two soothing formulas that can be used solo or together.  For a lightweight boost of moisture, award-winning The Base Face Milk makes the perfect prep step under makeup, or on its own—delivering plumping Hyaluronic Acid to draw in hydration and smooth texture. Need a little extra nourishment? Top with Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream—accepted by the National Eczema Association and boosted with Health Canada-approved Colloidal Oatmeal to calm irritation and reduce the look of redness due to dry skin. The best part? Both formulas play the long game—clinically proven to strengthen skin’s moisture barrier for more resilient skin over time. This clean, non-comedogenic duo brings layers of versatility to your routine, flexing to fit your skin’s daily needs.

The Base Face Milk
Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Glycerides, Squalane, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, 1,2-Hexanediol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Isohexadecane, Allantoin, Linoleic Acid, Phospholipids, Phytosterols, Caprylyl Glycol, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Hydrolyzed Opuntia Ficus-Indica Flower Extract, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, Lactic Acid.

Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream
Medicinal ingredient / Ingrédient médicinal: Colloidal oatmeal 1%

Non-medicinal ingredients /Ingrédients non-médicinaux: 1,2-Hexanediol, Amylopectin, Aqua/Water/Eau, Arachidyl Alcohol, Arachidyl Glucoside, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract, Behenyl Alcohol, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, C15-19 Alkane, Calcium Chloride, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Caprylyl Glycol, Citric Acid, Glucose, Glycerin, Glyceryl Caprylate, Hydrogenated Lecithin, Lactic Acid, Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Maltodextrin, Ophiopogon Japonicus Root Extract, P-Anisic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Polyglycerin-6, Polyglyceryl-6 Laurate, Potassium Sorbate, Propanediol, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Levulinate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sorbitan Oleate, Squalane, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Xanthan Gum.

*Formulated without Fragrance or Gluten

  • Morning and night, give The Base Face Milk bottle 2-3 shakes into the palm of your hand. Rub your palms together and gently press into skin on face and neck. Use as a moisturizer to lock in hydration, or under Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream when skin feels dry.
  • Apply a small amount of Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream to skin in the morning and at night. Use on its own, or over The Base Face Milk for an extra dose of hydration.
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Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars
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  • Jessica
    Verified Reviewer
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    Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Combination
    Concerns Fine lines + Wrinkles, Visible Pores, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Uneven Texture, Puffiness
    Age Range 25-34
    Reviewed by An incentivized reviewer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3/8/25
    Best skin a transforming cream!

    I have been using this ILIA product for about 2 months now and I have to purchase another because I've been using it so much! It has really transformed my skin barrier and texture all together! I only use 4 products daily to keep my face acne and scar free!

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  • Violet A.
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    Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Sensitive
    Concerns Fine lines + Wrinkles, Visible Pores, Redness, Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Uneven Texture
    Age Range 45-54
    Reviewed by An incentivized reviewer
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    2/18/25
    Building a strong skin barrier

    I have been really loving the Ilia Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream. It has been a part of my morning/ evening skincare routine. I love that it is fragrance free. The consistency is thick and luxurious but it doesn't leave your skin feeling oily. My sensitive skin drinks this up and it feels so smooth and hydrated afterwards. Even hours later my skin still feels hydrated and soft. This is also a great product for eczema prone skin. The colloidal oatmeal acts as a skin protectant. With consistent use this will improve the skin barrier reducing signs of redness and irritation. Plus, you will experience improved hydration of your skin. My skin looks healthier and glowy after applying. I love how my skin feels after applying the Ilia Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream.

    If you have sensitive skin or are eczema prone skin then this is certainly a product for you too!

    I received the Ilia Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream for free from Ilia in exchange for my honest opinion.

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  • Betty
    Verified Reviewer
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    The Base Face Milk
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Combination
    Concerns Fine lines + Wrinkles, Uneven Texture
    Age Range 45-54
    Reviewed by An incentivized reviewer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2/5/25
    Hydration in a bottle!

    Ilia's facial milk is a moisturizer that hydrates my skin and leaves a soft texture. This formula is lightweight and very liquid, suitable for all skin types. The incorporation of natural ingredients helps to maintain skin hydration throughout the day. After a few weeks of use, I noticed that my face looks fresher. I am very happy with this facial milk base. I appreciate how easily it prepares my skin for a flawless makeup look.

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  • Betty
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    Barrier Build Skin Protectant Cream
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Combination
    Concerns Fine Lines and Wrinkles, Uneven Texture
    Age Range 45-54
    Reviewed by An incentivized reviewer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2/5/25
    Works fabulous!

    Ilia's facial milk is a moisturizer that hydrates my skin and leaves a soft texture. This formula is lightweight and very liquid, suitable for all skin types. The incorporation of natural ingredients helps to maintain skin hydration throughout the day. After a few weeks of use, I noticed that my face looks fresher. I am very happy with this facial milk base. I appreciate how easily it prepares my skin for a flawless makeup look. Following with the ilia Barrier build skin protectant cream to complement the skin care routine is so perfect it absorbs quickily after using for a few weeks i notice that my skin overall is looking more hydrated and feels plumper. The packaging of this products is very simple and clean i appreciate that this formula stands for cruelty free and fragance free.

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  • Terri J.
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    The Base Face Milk
    I recommend this product
    Skin Type Combination
    Concerns Fine lines + Wrinkles, Visible Pores, Uneven Texture, Dark Circles, Fine Lines and Wrinkles
    Age Range 45-54
    Reviewed by An incentivized reviewer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1/18/25
    Featherlight Hydration That Leaves Your Skin Glowing.

    The ILIA Base Face Milk is incredibly lightweight and absorbs beautifully into the skin, leaving it hydrated and plump without any heaviness. It has a refreshing, clean scent with a hint of oatmeal that feels soothing and natural. These are perfect additions to my skincare routine for lightweight hydration and barrier support!

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