16 Barrier Creams That Dermatologists Swear By for Every Skin Type

As its name suggests, the Atobarrier line from Aestura focuses on repairing and strengthening the skin’s barrier and maintaining moisture throughout the day. The star of the show is ceramide, but it’s supported by other conditioning agents, such as squalane and vitamin E, for added cushion.

Key ingredients: Ceramides

Size: 2.7 fl oz

Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars

An ELLE editor says: “K-beauty has been a dependable ally in my fight against acne, and I have this barrier cream to thank. Most nights, my skin is slathered in retinol to keep those breakouts and scarring at bay. On other days, it’s this formula that soothes the skin and protects it from damage, thanks to ceramides and fatty acids coating the skin in nourishment.”—Nerisha Penrose, beauty commerce editor