Barrier Care Gel Cream
A medium-weight, acne-safe gel-cream moisturizer that helps restore and maintain a healthy skin barrier. Designed to hydrate, moisturize, and calm the skin without clogging pores, this nourishing formula mimics the skin’s natural barrier components to promote better tolerance of active ingredients and support a smoother path to clear skin. Ideal for barrier-compromised, acne-prone skin—it absorbs quickly and leaves behind a slightly dewy, non-greasy finish.
How to use: Apply a nickel size amount to face and neck.
- Skin types: All Skin Types
- Skin concerns: All Acne Types
- Fitzpatrick types: 1-6
Key Ingredients
Key Ingredients
Multi Restore Complex™
• Ceramides—Ceramide NP, Ceramide NG, Ceramide AP: Lipid blends that improve hydration, texture, and suppleness while strengthening the skin barrier to prevent dryness and protect against irritants.
• Phytosterols—Pomegranate & Acai Sterols: Plant-derived, cholesterol-like compounds that lock in moisture, calm irritation, and deliver antioxidant protection to support a healthy barrier.
• Essential Fatty Acids—Linoleic & Linolenic Acid: Barrier-supporting emollients that prevent moisture loss, soothe the skin, and enhance ceramide function for a stronger protective layer.
• Squalane: A lightweight, biocompatible emollient that mimics the skin’s natural oils, prevents moisture loss, and supports barrier health with essential fatty acids.
• Amino Acids: Strengthen the skin barrier, boost hydration, and defend against environmental stress.
• Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, PCA: Powerful humectants that attract moisture, reduce dryness, and support the skin’s natural hydration system and barrier function.
• Centella Asiatica (Cica), Bisabolol & Allantoin: A soothing trio that calms, hydrates, and supports recovery for sensitive or compromised skin—while protecting against irritation and environmental stress.
Benefits
Benefits
• Supports and strengthens the skin’s moisture barrier
• Provides soothing and calming benefits
• Hydrates and moisturizes without clogging pores
• Nourishing yet lightweight feel with quick absorption
• Appropriate for all skin types, especially sensitive or impaired skin
Tips
Tips
• Acne clients with a compromised skin barrier who cannot yet tolerate active products
• Clients starting their clear skin journey with visible signs of dehydration, irritation, or sensitivity
• Clients in need of a soothing, medium-weight moisturizer that won’t feel greasy or heavy
• Anyone seeking barrier support to improve overall skin health and product tolerance
• For clients with an impaired barrier—start with Barrier Balance Creamy Cleanser, Soothing Radiance Toner, hydraRemedy Gel Serum, and Barrier Care Gel Cream before introducing actives. This foundation helps restore skin resilience and maintain it once actives are introduced later.
