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Thats why a travel-size tube of this lives in my toiletry kit.
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It absorbs instantly and can be worn with or without makeup.
It leaves my skin feeling very soft and healthy.
It ensures it stays calm and coddled for hours.
Allurecontributing editor Deanna Pai applying the Dr. Jart+ Ceramidin Skin Barrier Moisturizing Cream
These hydrators also act as anti-inflammatory ingredients that instantly calm the look of blotchy red patches.
Tester feedback:Allurecommerce editorSarah Hanloves both the original and gel-cream variation of this barrier-supporting cream.
It cuts all the bells and whistles that some moisturizers offer (not always necessary!)
Alluresenior director of audience development Lexi Herrick applying the Deinde Barrier-Building Moisture Cream
The latter ingredient is a concentrate derived fromCentella asiatica, a skin-soothing plant also known ascica.
Dr. Clark-Loeser’s number-one tip: Go easy on the exfoliation.
Which skin barrier repair ingredients should I look out for?
Alluresenior beauty editor Jesa Marie Calaor applying the Rhode Barrier Butter
How often should I use barrier repair products?
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Allurecommerce writer Jennifer Hussein applying the Caudalie Premier Cru The Cream
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