My Experience with Dr.g red blemish cream and Milk Touch cream

Female

Combination

4 mo. ago

Cream

For context, I have dry skin and currently live in a very dry climate, so I’m on a journey to find the perfect cream for me.

I thought I’d share my review in case it helps someone in the same boat!

Dr.g Red Blemish Soothing Cream

Texture: It's hydrating and feels very moisturizing. When applied, it gives a smooth sensation on the skin. There’s almost no greasiness, just pure hydration. However, for me, it dried up pretty quickly.

Scent: The scent has a slight chemical note, the kind of smell you notice when no additional fragrance is added.

Milk Touch Hedera Helix Relaxing Cream

Texture: It's hydrating with a slightly bouncy texture, but it still feels very moisturizing. The texture doesn’t have any greasiness.

Scent: Similar to Dr.G, it has a faint chemical smell.

SUMMARY

Moisture Dr.g > Milk touch

Thick Dr.g < Milk touch

Scent Dr.g = Milk touch

The textures are very similar overall, but Milktouch feels just a bit bouncier. I think both creams would work great for people living in hot or humid climates.

40Comments

Female

Combination

4 mo. ago

omg thank u for this!! i’ve been debating between these two for like… a week straight lmao

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Female

Normal

4 mo. ago

i love Dr.G but yeah same here. it dries down kinda fast on me too which i didn’t expect

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Female

Combination

3 mo. ago

I agree. It dries down pretty fast. I’ve been layering it under a sleeping mask to lock it in better!

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Female

Oily

3 mo. ago

Ohh that’s a smart idea! What sleeping mask are you using with it? I’m trying to build a routine that doesn’t evaporate by 3pm haha.

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Female

Sensitive

3 mo. ago

Same here! I started mixing a drop of squalane oil with Dr.G and it helped the hydration last longer. Might be worth a try!

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Female

Oily

3 mo. ago

I wonder if that’s why some people say it’s better as a summer cream. Like it needs humidity to work well?

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Female

Combination

3 mo. ago

I used it with Laneige Cica Sleeping Mask and they paired like a dream — no irritation, no pilling, just soft skin.

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Female

Dry

3 mo. ago

You’re totally right. On its own it’s not enough for dry climates, but as a base layer? Perfect.

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Female

Sensitive

4 mo. ago

milk touch has that weird “clinical” smell lol i wish it had just a liiittle bit of something floral or clean

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Female

Dry

4 mo. ago

🧴💖 DR.G STANS RISE UP!! best texture, no stickiness, no drama, just vibes ✨✨ i’ll never shut up about this cream 😭💘💘💘

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Female

Combination

3 mo. ago

LMAO this is the energy I needed today. But real talk. Have you tried it under makeup? I’m scared it’ll pill with primer.

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Female

Oily

3 mo. ago

It doesn’t pill for me, but I give it like 5 min to set before primer. Learned the hard way lol

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Female

Sensitive

3 mo. ago

Same!! It’s actually such a solid daytime cream. Just wish the tube was bigger.

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Female

Dry

3 mo. ago

Honestly I feel like people sleep on it because it’s not “aesthetic” but it WORKS

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Female

Sensitive

3 mo. ago

I pair it with Beauty of Joseon SPF and it’s chef’s kiss. No weird texture, no white cast, just smooth skin.

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Female

Combination

4 mo. ago

This comparison was super helpful. I live in a dry climate too, and finding a cream that hydrates without being greasy is so hard. Will probably test both, but Dr.G sounds more promising for winter.

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Female

Combination

4 mo. ago

your comparison pic?? actually SO helpful. like I’ve read 10 diff reviews but none of them showed the textures side by side like that. it made it so easy to decide which one to try first. more ppl need to do this pls.

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Female

Normal

4 mo. ago

have you ever tried using either of them under makeup? I’ve been struggling to find a cream that’s moisturizing enough without pilling under my foundation. also curious how either one performs throughout the day, especially if you layer SPF or primer on top. sometimes creams that feel amazing at first end up balling up later, so I’m wondering if either of these does that. do you think one might be better suited for daytime and the other for night routines? would love a bit more context if you’ve tested that out!

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Female

Combination

3 mo. ago

Yes! Dr.G worked under my base makeup really well but Milk Touch was a bit too rich under my cushion — felt a little heavy after 4 hours.

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Female

Sensitive

3 mo. ago

Milk Touch is great at night but yeah, under makeup it might be too emollient depending on your foundation.

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Female

Combination

3 mo. ago

Neither pilled for me but I always wait at least 10 mins before SPF. Otherwise even my best creams turn against me lol 😂

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Female

Oily

3 mo. ago

I also live in a dry area and Milk Touch layered weirdly with matte sunscreen. Switched to Dr.G in the AM and it’s been smoother 😶‍🌫️💭

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Female

Dry

4 mo. ago

the Milk Touch cream sounds cute but idk how I feel about “bouncy” textures. they sometimes just sit on top of my skin. maybe I’ll try a tester first.

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Female

Combination

4 mo. ago

this is super random but do you know if either of these is cruelty-free? I’ve been trying to switch over my routine and some K-beauty brands are hard to confirm.

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Female

Sensitive

4 mo. ago

I really wanted to like the Dr.G one but it kept drying down weirdly patchy on my cheeks... not sure if that’s a me problem or the cream 😕

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Female

Dry

4 mo. ago

Oof, dry skin in a dry climate? That’s the hydration Olympics. Respect. Dr.G sounds nice but if it dries down too fast, I’m out I need that lasting cushiony feel.

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Female

Oily

4 mo. ago

Bouncy texture from Milk Touch sounds promising 👀 but does it seal anything in?? I need a cream that hugs me back.

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Female

Combination

4 mo. ago

Okay but can we talk about how both have that “no fragrance” chemical scent… Why do brands act like that’s a neutral vibe?? 😂 Give me unscented that doesn’t smell like lab air.

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Female

Normal

4 mo. ago

I’ve used Dr.G too! Agreed it hydrates, but I had to layer a facial oil on top. It’s like, 70% of a full cream experience.

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Female

Sensitive

4 mo. ago

Real talk, Milk Touch gave me better overnight plumpness. It's not heavy but something about the texture just sticks with me. Low-key underrated.

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Female

Sensitive

3 mo. ago

Honestly shocked Milk Touch isn’t getting more hype. It has such a calming texture! I used it post-laser and it didn’t sting at all.

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Female

Combination

3 mo. ago

Omg yes!! I used it after a bad retinol reaction and it was a lifesaver. That bounce??

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Female

Oily

3 mo. ago

Waittt post-laser safe?! That’s huge. Girl I’ve been scared to use anything besides Aestura.

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Female

Combination

3 mo. ago

@Female/Oily Same here. I was expecting Milk Touch to be sticky but it surprised me. Lowkey a dupe for more expensive barrier creams 🫢🙈

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Female

Dry

4 mo. ago

If you’re in a dry climate, I vote :
🔒 Use either of these → lock it in with a balm or occlusive
💧 Or find something with squalane or shea for real staying power

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Female

Oily

4 mo. ago

Group consensus :

- Texture queen : Milk Touch

- Initial moisture hit : Dr.G

- Still looking for the holy grail for desert air skin 🏜️

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Female

Combination

4 mo. ago

@Female/Oily Can we get someone to try mixing either of these with a few drops of face oil next? I need a DIY barrier-boosting combo.

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Female

Combination

3 mo. ago

Daytime = Dr.G, Nighttime = Milk Touch. That combo saved my moisture barrier this winter.💅💅

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Female

Sensitive

3 mo. ago

Dr.G and Milk Touch saved your barrier? Did you even try a different combo?

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Female

Sensitive

3 mo. ago

Is it better than Round Lab’s Dokdo Cream though? That’s my current holy grail.

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