ILIA The Base Face Milk: A Lightweight Moisturiser for Hydrated, Healthy-Looking Skin

Finding a skincare product that delivers deep hydration without feeling heavy can be a challenge. ILIA Beauty aims to solve that problem with The Base Face Milk, a unique facial essence and lightweight moisturiser designed to support the skin barrier while providing long-lasting moisture. 

This innovative formula has become a popular choice for those seeking a simple yet effective skincare routine.

What Is ILIA The Base Face Milk?

The Base Face Milk by ILIA Beauty is a vegan facial essence and lightweight moisturiser that combines the benefits of hydration, skin barrier support and complexion preparation in one product. 

Unlike traditional heavy creams, this milky formula absorbs quickly into the skin, making it suitable for layering under make-up or using alone as a daily moisturiser. The brand describes it as a versatile skincare step that helps calm, smooth and nourish the skin while creating the ideal base for foundation and other complexion products.

Key Ingredients in ILIA The Base Face Milk

One of the reasons this moisturiser stands out is its carefully selected blend of hydrating and skin-supporting ingredients. 

Key ingredients include:

• Hyaluronic Acid, Hydrolysed Hyaluronic Acid and Sodium Hyaluronate to help attract and retain moisture.
• Squalane to support hydration and improve skin softness.
• Argan Oil for nourishing and conditioning benefits.
• Allantoin to help soothe the skin.
• Prickly Pear Flower Extract to support hydration and comfort.
• Chlorella Vulgaris Extract, a microalgae-derived ingredient known for its skin-conditioning properties.
• Phospholipids and Phytosterols, which help support the skin barrier.

Benefits of Using The Base Face Milk

ILIA The Base Face Milk is designed for those who want hydration without a greasy finish. The lightweight texture sinks into the skin quickly and can be used morning and evening. According to the brand, regular use helps reduce the appearance of redness, smooth skin texture and strengthen the skin barrier. Its versatile consistency makes it suitable as both a moisturiser and a preparatory step before make-up application.

Beauty editors have also highlighted the formula for its combination of hydrating ingredients, including hyaluronic acid, squalene and botanical extracts, which contribute to a plump, healthy-looking complexion.

Final Thoughts

ILIA Beauty's The Base Face Milk offers a modern approach to hydration by combining the benefits of an essence and moisturiser in one lightweight formula. With ingredients focused on moisture retention, barrier support and skin comfort, it is an excellent option for anyone looking to simplify their skincare routine while maintaining hydrated, balanced and radiant-looking skin.

You can find Ilia The Base face Milk here priced at £58

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ASOS Face + Body Travel Essentials Beauty Bag

On sale now 

ASOS have some amazing beauty edits and their latest offering is The ASOS Face + Body Travel Essentials Beauty Bag is here! It's currently available on Early Access for A-Listers (ASOS Loyalty members), with general sale launching on Saturday 4 July at 10:00.

This Beauty Bag is packed with 9 travel-sized beauty essentials worth over £111, the bag is available for just £42.

On sale here

Contents:

• Anua Brightening Collagen Mask
• Anua Zero-Cast SPF 50+
• Lancaster Golden Tan Maximiser
• Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream
• Sunday Riley Tidal Deep Hydration & Plumping Serum
• ARKIVE The Reset Dry Shampoo
• Wella Oil Reflections Luminous Smoothing Hair Oil
• Ultrasun Lip Protection SPF 30
• Patchology Serve Chilled Rose Eye Gel Patches

At less than half the combined retail value, it's a great way to stock up on travel-friendly skincare, haircare and beauty favourites.

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Debenhams The Summer Icons Edit

From Debenhams, after their amazing Female Founders Edit, comes the July's beauty bag has arrived, and it's bringing the ultimate summer essentials. Introducing the Summer Icons Edit – a carefully curated 9-piece collection of beauty favourites designed to capture the energy, warmth, and glow of the season.

Packed with skincare, fragrance, sun protection, and body care, this coveted edit features everything needed to refresh a summer beauty routine. Standout products include the full-size Murad Retinal Resculpt Overnight Cream and Bondi Sands Face SPF 50+ Lotion, alongside sunshine-inspired treats such as Mugler Alien Pulp Eau de Parfum and CO Bigelow Lemon Body Cream.

Purchase here

Worth over £210 but available for just £40, the Summer Icons Edit delivers exceptional value. Whether enjoying a staycation, relaxing at home, or heading off on a summer getaway, this collection is designed to keep skin protected, hydrated, and glowing all season long. With demand expected to be high, it's one beauty bag shoppers won't want to miss.

What's Inside the Summer Icons Edit?

• Murad Retinal Resculpt Overnight Cream 50ml (Full Size)
• Glow For It Lash Serum (Full Size)
• Mugler Alien Pulp Fruity Floral Eau de Parfum 7ml
• Narciso Rodriguez All Of Me Floral Eau de Parfum 10ml
• Bondi Sands Face SPF 50+ Lotion 75ml (Full Size)
• Clarins SPF 50+ Sun Body Cream 75ml
• Kanzen Hypochlorous Acid Spray 125ml (Full Size)
• CO Bigelow Lemon Body Cream 30ml
• Connock Verdant Hand & Body Lotion 50ml

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