Name: BARRIER RECOVERY CREAM
Brand: RAWQUEST
Rating: 4.46 (83 reviews)

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BARRIER RECOVERY CREAM

Causes Allergic Reactions

Disrupts Oil-Moisture Balance

Contains Artificial Fragrance

Pills on Skin

Moisturizing

Easy to Apply

Doesn't Cause Itching

Easily Absorbed

Pleasant Scent

Creamy

Not Irritating

The cream formulation mixes well and has good skin spreadability, so it's good to use when mixing in a small amount of functional essence.

The toner from the same line does not match well, so it is a pity that it cannot be used together with the cream. The cream is said to be a barrier cream, but it is not particularly regenerative or anything, it seems to be just a mild, ordinary cream.

It has good spreadability. It's not formulated with added fragrances and doesn't feel heavy or greasy when applied.
It's not a heavy cream, and it suits my combination-sensitive skin well.

베리어 리커버리 크림

Excessive virality
Sensitive reaction to coconut oil
Heavy formulation

A while ago, a friend kindly gifted me a product as they were aware of my severe atopic dermatitis.
This is a barrier cream that has been going viral on Instagram. It is said to be the No. 1 barrier cream at Olive Young, but the No. 1 I know is Estra 365, isn't it? Haha.

When you go to the product detail page of Olive Young, it states the following verbatim:
"This is a functional cosmetic that has completed the functional review by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety, allowing us to claim real skin barrier recovery. It is one of only 1% of functional cosmetics in Korea that can claim skin barrier recovery!"
"Please check if your current barrier cream has the claim 'helps improve symptoms of itchiness by restoring skin barrier function' on the product."
The viral marketing makes me feel a bit skeptical when reading this.

I usually closely examine the small print research results as well.
1) 4-day in-vivo test results on 20 women: 74.15% calming effect, 98.23% improvement in skin scaling.
2) 5/20-6/30 in-vivo test on 33 men and women: 34.9% skin barrier improvement, 67.5% itch improvement.
Summarizing the 2nd study, 22 out of 33 had itch improvement, but 11 still had itchiness. 12 had barrier improvement, but 11 did not. It's unclear what the actual efficacy is.
(If you don't mind, please compare the small print research results on the Olive Young website with CNP Derma&Ser Barrier Reset Cream.)

As for the user experience:
1) It's a fragrance-free product, which could be a pro or con depending on personal preference. I, being used to scented products, didn't mind it much, but many reviewers mention the fragrance aspect.
2) The cream texture is thick like Estra, which those looking for a proper barrier cream would appreciate.
3) The high oil content would be great for very dry skin types.Despite the high moisturizing properties of this cream, it doesn't absorb quickly. After application, people like me who don't prefer heavy oil-based products may find it a bit suffocating.

4) Since there are no film-forming ingredients, there's no occlusive feeling after application. However, the formulation itself contains ingredients like shea butter, trometamol, and meadowfoam seed oil, which can hinder water-based moisturizers, so the overall hydration balance doesn't feel quite right - it just feels heavy.

5) The issue is that it contains coconut oil, which I tend to react to. From the first day of use, I started feeling a slight itchiness that woke me up at night, and I had to apply a medicated pad.

From the second day, I started developing red irritation, which is not eczema but a reaction to the heavy oil content.

6) From the third day, I stopped using it on my face and switched to applying it on my limbs, but I experienced the same reaction.

7) Rather than strengthening the skin barrier, this cream seems to weaken it and exacerbate atopic dermatitis.

8) As with heavily marketed products, it's important to thoroughly review the details before purchasing.

9) If it works for you, the cream does provide decent moisturization, and the price is not too bad.

10) However, for people with atopic skin, including coconut oil and some other questionable ingredients seems to indicate the manufacturer may not have a deep understanding of formulating for sensitive skin.

Overall, the aggressive marketing tactics and questionable formulation make me hesitant to recommend this product.

Apply thickly like a sleeping pack and sleep, and you'll doze off.

The price seems a bit disappointing.
It may be good for dry skin, but it seems too heavy for oily or combination skin types.

The product seemed a bit heavy, but it had a smooth and creamy application with good absorption, so there was no sense of it sitting on top of the skin, which I was very satisfied with.
As someone with dry skin, I found it to be nicely moisturizing.
It may be a bit too heavy for those with oily skin.

The downside is that the capacity is small, and the texture is more dense compared to regular creams, so the spreadability is not as great.

The product had a nice, dense and moisturizing application that was well-maintained.

There is not a single disappointing aspect. With its spreadability and moisturizing power, I feel like I could just use this product alone.

The spreadability was truly amazing, and it paired perfectly with the Riddle Shot.

I've purchased barrier creams many times before, but they often failed due to dryness. However, I've been using this product well by mixing it with another product and applying it evenly.

The skin is in poor condition, so I use a lot of cream, but it gets used up too quickly. The price is also a concern, but I'm disappointed that there isn't a larger size available. However, I'm very satisfied with the product.

The formula was thinner than expected, but I was surprised by its amazing moisturizing power.
I was worried because it contains shea butter, but it was the only cream that didn't cause any trouble for me.
The application is smooth, and my skin instantly becomes soft and supple, with excellent moisturizing and lasting power.
There's also no stickiness at all, and the moisturizing effect lasts long on my face.
Of course, as I have very dry skin, I need to apply a few more layers, but it's hard to find a cream as good as this one, and it worked well for me.
The scent is subtle, described as a floral fragrance, and it's not at all bothersome.

There were no disappointments. The price was reasonable and it's good!

The texture is in the middle of richness and lightness.
The texture is very smooth and spreadable.
The cream could have been heavy, but the good texture reduces the risk of failure.

The moisturizing power is very good.

There is no irritation.
There is no irritation, it doesn't sting, and when applied to areas like atopic dermatitis, the moisturizing power lasts long and it calms the skin, which is great.

The scent is not too strong, but I don't really like it ㅠㅠ

This cream would be great for those who need a moisturizing, thick, and slightly heavy cream.

The moisture content is a bit lacking, which is disappointing. There is no dewy and refreshing sensation that moisture provides. The foundation also has less of a luminous glow after application.

I was very curious about the advertisement for the "Barrier Strengthening Cream". It claimed to have 100-hour lasting moisturization, which sounded perfect for the dry winter, so after some consideration, I decided to purchase it!
I have been using it diligently, morning and evening, for a week now.
First of all, it has no particular fragrance. It is a well-balanced cream in terms of oil and moisture. It applies smoothly and absorbs well! After applying it, there is a very subtle, almost imperceptible, film-like feeling. But it doesn't leave a shiny finish.
Even in the heated environment, I didn't experience any dryness or a tight feeling when applying makeup.
It seems to be a nice, versatile product for winter! However, I personally prefer a more hydrating cream that provides a dewy glow to my skin. If you have dry skin, you could use this cream in the evenings and a more moisturizing one during the day.

Apply an ampoule first, then use this moisturizer as the final step. It will keep your skin hydrated and dewy until the next morning!

The fragrance is not my personal preference, but it becomes less noticeable after application, so I was able to get used to it.

Skin Type: Dry
- Quick Verdict: Satisfied, Excellent Moisturizing, Good Makeup Compatibility, Scent Could Be Better

- Packaging and Fragrance
The tube packaging is hygienic and convenient to use.
The fragrance is a bit disappointing - it's like a herbal scent mixed with coconut oil, which is not my personal preference. However, the scent doesn't linger after application, so it's still okay.

- Texture and Consistency
The texture is not too thick, with a consistency between a lotion and a cream, making it easy to spread evenly on the skin.

- Absorption and Irritation
It absorbs well and doesn't cause any irritation.

- Moisturizing Power: Very Good, Makeup Compatibility: Good
It keeps the skin hydrated without a drying feeling, and the moisturizing effect lasts until the next morning. I didn't experience any pilling or flaking when applying makeup on top.

- Ingredients: Good, Wish the Price Was a Bit Lower
The ingredients are good, but I wish the price was a little more affordable considering the product volume.

The formula isn't overly thick, but when applied to the face, it feels quite heavy and oily. It's disappointing, as I was hoping for a facial cream.

While it does improve the skin barrier, it clogs my pores, causing deep, stubborn acne that I can't seem to extract. After applying hyaluronic acid ampoule and then the cream, I wake up with a water-filled blister-like thing on my face, so I've stopped using it there.

The functions seem good, but looking at the ingredient list, I see two pore-clogging components in the shea butter. I don't recommend products with fatty and comedogenic ingredients for combination/oily skin types.

The product feels like it has a lot of panthenol, and while I'm using it, I can definitely see an improvement in my skin barrier. I have trouble applying it to my face, but it has significantly improved the bumpy texture on my body. I'm currently using it as a body cream substitute for areas that need extreme hydration.
The scent is a bit unique, like herbal flowers, but it's fine.

Using the essence from the same line helps improve the moisturizing effects.

The skin around my eyes became very red. I thought it might be due to the dryness, but even after it settled down and I applied it again, it still turned red. And while it did help with the dryness, I experienced some itchiness after application.

My skin was very dry and tight, so I tried out various products carefully.
The application is smooth and the absorption is good. It also effectively addresses dryness issues.
The scent is not overly unpleasant for me.
When used together with the essence, it seems to provide even more moisture.

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