Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream is a deeply nourishing Korean moisturizer designed to repair and strengthen the skin barrier while providing long-lasting hydration. The name "147" refers to its key barrier-supporting components: 1 soothing botanical ingredient (Guaiazulene), multiple ceramides, and 7 forms of hyaluronic acid, which work together to calm irritation, replenish moisture, and improve skin resilience. It is especially popular among people with dry, dehydrated, sensitive, or compromised skin barriers.

Key Ingredients

• 5 Ceramides (including Ceramide NP, AP, AS, NS, and EOP) – help strengthen and repair the skin barrier.
• 7 Types of Hyaluronic Acid – provide multi-layer hydration and help retain moisture.
• Guaiazulene – a soothing ingredient derived from chamomile that helps calm redness and irritation.
• Panthenol (Vitamin B5) – supports barrier repair and skin hydration.
• Squalane – helps soften and moisturize the skin.
• Cholesterol – works alongside ceramides to support a healthy barrier.
• Avocado Extract & Plant Extracts – provide nourishing and antioxidant benefits.

Benefits

✔ Strengthens and repairs a damaged skin barrier

✔ Provides deep, long-lasting hydration

✔ Reduces dryness and flakiness

✔ Helps soothe redness and irritation

✔ Supports healthier, more resilient skin

✔ Helps improve skin softness and smoothness

✔ Suitable for sensitive and dehydrated skin

✔ Creates a protective moisture barrier

✔ Works well alongside retinol, retinal, and exfoliating treatments to minimize dryness

Texture & Finish

• Rich cream texture with a slight blue tint from guaiazulene
• Feels nourishing without being overly greasy
• Absorbs well into the skin
• Leaves a hydrated, healthy-looking finish
• Suitable for both day and night use

Best For

• Dry skin
• Dehydrated skin
• Sensitive skin
• Compromised skin barrier
• Retinol users
• Redness-prone skin
• Mature skin
• Normal to combination skin needing extra barrier support

How to Use

1. Apply after toner, essence, and serum.
2. Take an appropriate amount and spread evenly over the face and neck.
3. Gently pat until absorbed.
4. Use morning and evening.
5. Follow with sunscreen during the daytime.

Important Tips

• Excellent as a barrier-repair moisturizer after over-exfoliation or retinoid use.
• Contains botanical oils and fragrance components, so very fragrance-sensitive users may want to patch test first.
• For oily skin in hot, humid climates, a smaller amount may be sufficient.
• Can be layered over hydrating toners and serums for extra moisture.

Suitable Skin Concerns

• Barrier damage
• Dryness
• Dehydration
• Redness
• Sensitivity
• Flaky skin
• Tightness after cleansing
• Loss of skin comfort