
The Base Face Milk Lightweight Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid
ILIA The Base Face Milk Lightweight Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid scores 7.1/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Draws in moisture
Lightweight oil that mimics skin's natural sebum
Lightweight humectant and solvent
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes ILIA The Base Face Milk Lightweight Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid stand out
ILIA The Base Face Milk Lightweight Moisturizer with Hyaluronic Acid is a solid moisturiser with an overall score of 7.1/9.8. Positioned in the premium bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Propanediol, Squalane, Butylene Glycol — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on hydration (6.9) and low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
May not suit
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Propanediol
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Squalane
Softens and smooths — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Butylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #6 in the INCI list
- ✶Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil
Softens and smooths — #7 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
22 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Draws in moisture5
- Softens and smooths5
- Holds the formula together4
- Keeps the product fresh3
- Works on your skin2
- Formula balancers2
- Other ingredient1