147 Barrier Cream — Reddit Reviews
by Dr. Althea
Updated September 3, 2026
Ceramide and ectoin-rich cream for strong barrier repair; heavy and waxy texture.
What the community says
This thick cream delivers ceramides and ectoin to rebuild compromised skin barriers, especially for dry or sensitive skin needing repair support. It suits those who tolerate heavier formulations well. However, users with oily or acne-prone skin may find it too occlusive or pore-clogging.
What this means for you
What people love
Watch out for
- Thick and waxy texture can feel heavy or mask-like, especially in humid climates
- May trigger irritation or stinging in sensitive and acne-prone skin
- Some users report pore clogging or increased breakouts with regular use
Product details
Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 104 mentions across 15 threads
Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream on Reddit, in one place — 15 threads from r/koreanskincare, r/AsianBeauty and 2 more, summarized.
“I'm currently using the Atlhea 147 barrier cream and it works fine.”
Positive
“I use azelaic acid for my acne and it helps a lot”
Positive
“I do notice it dries out my skin if I don't layer another cream afterwards.”
Positive
“him picking up the 147 over the 345 cream? hubby of the year award.”
Positive
“The Dr. Althea’s is the barrier cream which is great but most reviews of that brand will be on the Relief Cream.”
Positive
“I’ve heard some people with oily skin may find barrier creams too heavy.”
Positive
“Dr. Althea 345. Heavily hyped here and on other social media, and it's one of the few moisturizers I can use no matter how my skin is doing!”
Positive
“Such a basic but effective moisturizer”
Positive
“Aestura 345 cream”
Positive
“I actually find Dr. Althea's 147 barrier cream irritating so I don't recommend that”
Cautionary
“Dr. Althea's 147 barrier cream irritating”
Cautionary
“don't recommend that”
Cautionary
“Moisturizer- Dr. Althea 147 Barrier Cream”
Positive
“Night routine”
Positive
“I focus on hydrating products cause accutane makes your skin super dry.”
Positive
“I am also interested in 147 barrier cream.. is it waxy or light weight?”
Positive
“I already have illiyoon cream, i abandoned it as soon as i tried the 147 cream from dr althea.”
Positive
“It waxy that’s why i only use it at night. I tried the 345 cream but it ruined my skin.”
Positive
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