The Base Face Milk

ILIA The Base Face Milk is a lightweight milky moisturiser built for hydration without heaviness. ILIA positions it as a flexible layer — a standalone moisturiser on oilier days, or an extra cushion of moisture underneath a richer cream when skin feels tight.

Skin types	Oily, dry, sensitive and combination
Concerns	Dryness · redness · uneven skin tone
Texture	Liquid, milky — shake before use
Key ingredients	Hyaluronic acid · Barrier Renewal Complex · microalgae · prickly pear flower
Callouts	Vegan · gluten-free · cruelty-free

What it actually does

• Pulls water into the skin. Hyaluronic acid draws hydration in, which is what gives the plumper look ILIA describes.
• Feeds the barrier. The Barrier Renewal Complex is a mix of lipids, fatty acids and sterols chosen to restock the skin's own protective layer.
• Calms the look of redness. ILIA lists redness and uneven tone among the concerns this formula targets, with microalgae and prickly pear flower extracts doing the nourishing work.
• Sits well under makeup. The brand recommends it as a prep step before complexion products, since it layers without pilling or weight.
• Brand-reported testing. According to ILIA, a 14-day clinical study with 50 people found it locked in moisture and strengthened the barrier; in a separate 12-hour instrumental study with 22 participants, every respondent said skin looked healthier and hydrated. Self-reported results vary person to person.

How to use

1. Shake the bottle two or three times, straight into your palms.
2. Warm it between your hands and press it gently into the face, morning and evening.
3. Oily skin: treat it as your final moisturising step on its own.
4. Dry skin: put it on first and seal with a cream on top.
5. Sensitive skin: use it before actives so the barrier has some support underneath.

Tip: ILIA suggests it as the prep layer before their Super Serum Skin Tint SPF 40 or Skin Rewind Complexion Stick (both sold separately).

Is it right for you?

Questions

Can I use it as my only moisturiser?

On oily skin, yes — ILIA recommends finishing your routine with it. On dry skin they suggest layering a cream over the top for extra reinforcement.

Will it work under foundation?

That's one of its intended uses. The brand describes it as layering smoothly beneath makeup, which is why it's positioned as a base step.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

ILIA lists sensitive among the skin types it's made for, and suggests applying it before actives for barrier support. As with any new product, patch test first if you react easily.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. Working days exclude weekends and official holidays.

How can I pay, and what if there's a problem?

We take credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery. Returns are accepted for defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery; refunds go to the original payment method within 15–30 days.