And when you compile these nourishing ingredients into one comforting cream, the result really does function like cashmere. Take Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Advanced Repair Barrier Cream, which launched just last month: Already it has captured the hearts of skin care devotees—regardless of their individual skin type!—beloved by derms, editors, and industry experts alike. Colloidal oatmeal also has a high concentration of starches and beta-glucans, which gives it both humectant and emollient properties that help moisturize the skin. But this Kiehl’s cream takes those natural beta-glucans up a notch by adding an extra beta-glucan complex to the mix, which only elevates the formula’s skin-repairing power.
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Advanced Repair Barrier Cream That said, you could totally wear the cream alone as your daily moisturizer (a stellar choice during winter), or layer it on top of your night cream as an ultra-moisturizing barrier while you snooze. Or you could simply apply it on areas prone to flakiness and itch this frigid season—this is my preferred method, as I tend to get especially red and splotchy on my neck and around my nose. While it’s specifically designed for dry and sensitive skin types, she notes that really anyone can benefit from this blanket-like formula. You see, proper hydration is critical for securing smooth, supple skin for the long haul; so even if you don’t have “dry” skin on paper, you might be dealing with fine lines, crepey skin, inflammatory acne, or even excess oiliness due to dehydration. You can address all of those concerns by amping up your skin’s moisture levels and strengthening your skin barrier. And here’s a little bonus tip from a beauty editor: Slathering this cream on your neck before a long workday (and repeating when necessary) can totally ease the appearance of those dreaded “tech neck” lines.
Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Advanced Repair Barrier Cream
