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Kiehl's skincare

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Kiehl's is an American skincare brand founded in 1851 and owned by L'Oréal S.A. since 2000.

loreal.comen.wikipedia.org

Kiehl's is widely loved for its thoughtful array of moisturizers, serums, toners, eye products, and more, all anchored by nourishing ingredients like glycerin and squalane. Its products suit skin with dark spots and dry skin best, addressing these common concerns through carefully formulated hydration. The brand offers standout products for particular concerns, naming the Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner for acne-prone skin, the Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash for skin with dark spots, and the Ultra Facial Toner for mature skin. Ultimately, its key ingredients actively support the skin, as glycerin significantly increases hydration and restores epidermal barrier function, while squalane counteracts oxidative stress and stimulates fibroblast migration.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2006

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Kiehl's moisturizers

Kiehl's serums and treatments

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 59.9k+ reviews

Reviewers most often praise Kiehl's for lightweight texture, deep hydration, and brightening complexion. The most common complaints are breakouts and heavy formulas.

Highlights

  • Lightweight, non-greasy moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
    • “absorbs instantly without residue — Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream”
    • “Absorbs quickly — Ultra Facial Cream”
    • “Sinks in instantly — Hydro-Plumping Serum Concentrate”
  • Gentle serums Mostly Mentioned
    • “experienced zero irritation — Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum”
    • “perfect for retinol newbies — Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum”
    • “No irritation at all — Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution”
  • Deep hydration Often Mentioned
    • “Keeps skin moisturized for 24+ hours — Ultra Facial Cream”
    • “Feels like a drink of water — Hydro-Plumping Serum Concentrate”
    • “savior for dry patches — Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado”
  • Improves skin texture Sometimes Noted
    • “leaves skin feeling silky — Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate”
    • “skin feels smoother — Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum”
    • “skin looked & felt smoother — Super Multi-Corrective Cream”
  • Brightening and fading dark spots Sometimes Noted
    • “Acne marks are gone — Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution”
    • “Skin looks radiant — Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution”
    • “faded acne scars — Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate”
  • Makeup compatibility and primer benefits Sometimes Noted
    • “concealer glides on smoothly — Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado”
    • “no pilling — Ultra Facial Cream”
    • “sits great under foundation — Better Screen UV Serum”
  • High price point Often Mentioned
    • “pricy daily staple — Ultra Facial Cream”
    • “Very expensive product — Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution”
    • “overpriced for what it does — Super Multi-Corrective Cream”
  • Causes breakouts and skin irritation Often Mentioned
    • “burned my face immediately — Rare Earth Deep Pore Cleansing Masque”
    • “caused cystic acne — Midnight Recovery Concentrate”
    • “stings my face and feels like burning — Super Multi-Corrective Cream”
  • Product not rich or effective enough Often Mentioned
    • “skin felt tight after an hour — Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream”
    • “Did absolutely nothing — Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution”
    • “Takes months to see — Clearly Corrective™ Dark Spot Solution”
  • Greasy or heavy residue Sometimes Noted
    • “oil slick in summer — Ultra Facial Cream”
    • “too radiant for oily skin — Better Screen UV Serum”
    • “didn't absorb well — Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate”

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Other Kiehl's products

Questions and answers

Is Kiehl's good for oily skin?

Yes, Kiehl's is good for oily skin, as Lovi rates the Kiehl's-focused routine High for oily skin. Reviewers often mention lightweight, non-greasy moisturizers among the selection.

Is Kiehl's worth it?

Lovi rates the Kiehl's-focused routines High for dry, oily, sensitive, and combination skin. Reviewers often mention the high price point and occasional breakouts, but lightweight moisturizers and gentle serums are also frequently noted.

What are Kiehl's's best products?

Lovi rates Kiehl's best for skin with dark spots, dry skin, and mature skin. The Kiehl's products on this page that stand out for dry skin include Hydro-Plumping Serum Concentrate, Super Multi-Corrective Cream, and Calendula Herbal-Extract Toner.

Which Kiehl's moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The best moisturizer for dry skin is Hydro-Plumping Serum Concentrate, which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin. Super Multi-Corrective Cream and Midnight Recovery Omega-Rich Cloud Cream are also strong options, as Lovi rates both High for dry skin.

Dermatologic Therapy, 2022

Does Kiehl's cause breakouts?

Reviewers frequently note that Kiehl's products may cause breakouts and skin irritation. Lovi rates the acne-prone skin fit for the Kiehl's-focused routine as Average.

Is Kiehl's fragrance-free?

Yes, the Kiehl's products on this page are generally fragrance-free, as 26 of the 28 items list no fragrance. Only the Age Defender Moisturizer and Facial Fuel Energizing Moisture Treatment for Men include fragrance in their formulas.

What are the key ingredients in Kiehl's products?

The key ingredients across the Kiehl's products on this page include glycerin, vitamin C, squalane, shea butter, and vitamin E.

How do I build a Kiehl's skincare routine?

To build a morning routine for dry skin with Kiehl's, start by cleansing with Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash, follow with Ultra Facial Toner, apply Hydro-Plumping Serum Concentrate as a moisturizer, and finish with Better Screen UV Serum for SPF. Lovi rates the Kiehl's-focused routine High for dry skin.

Where can I buy Kiehl's, and how much does it cost?

Kiehl's products are available to buy on this page in the United Arab Emirates. Prices range from AED 103.00 to AED 677.32, with most items costing between AED 170.19 and AED 325.93.

What are good alternatives to Kiehl's?

Good alternatives to Kiehl's include brands with pages on Lovi such as CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Dermalogica, and Good Molecules. Lovi rates the CeraVe-focused routine Superior for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, making it a strong option for those skin types.

Kiehl's vs CeraVe: which is better?

Lovi rates the Kiehl's-focused routine High for dry skin, while CeraVe is rated High for dry skin as well. For sensitive skin, oily skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, Lovi rates the Kiehl's-focused routine High or Average, whereas CeraVe-focused routines reach Superior fit levels.

Who owns Kiehl's, and where is it from?

Kiehl's is an American brand founded in 1851, owned by L'Oréal S.A. since 2000.

loreal.comen.wikipedia.org

Is Kiehl's cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Kiehl's as cruelty-free.

Is Kiehl's good for dry skin?

Yes, Kiehl's is good for dry skin, as Lovi rates the Kiehl's-focused routine High for dry skin. Reviewers often mention deep hydration, and key ingredients like glycerin help provide moisture. Furthermore, 26 of the 28 Kiehl's products on this page list no fragrance.

Which Kiehl's cleanser is best for oily skin?

The Calendula Deep Cleansing Foaming Face Wash is the best cleanser for oily skin, followed by the Rare Earth Deep Pore Daily Cleanser and the Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser.

Is Kiehl's good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Kiehl's is generally good for sensitive skin, and Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for sensitive skin. The Kiehl's products on this page are mostly fragrance-free, as 26 of 28 products list no fragrance.

Which Kiehl's sunscreen is best for sensitive skin?

Lovi rates Better Screen UV Serum High for sensitive skin. This is the top sunscreen on the page for that skin type.

Is Kiehl's good for acne-prone skin?

Lovi rates Kiehl's-focused routines Average for acne-prone skin. While reviewers often note that some items may cause breakouts and skin irritation, specific products like Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution and Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream achieve High fit levels for this skin type.

Is Kiehl's good for skin with dark spots?

Yes, Kiehl's is good for skin with dark spots, as the brand-focused routines fit this skin type well. Lovi rates Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution High for skin with dark spots. Additionally, topical vitamin C helps brighten and fade dark spots.

Is Kiehl's good for mature skin?

Yes, Kiehl's is good for mature skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routines High for dry skin and the selection includes specialized products like Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum. Lovi rates Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum High for mature skin, and topical retinol stimulates collagen accumulation to help improve naturally aged skin.

The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2000Archives of Dermatology, 2007

Research behind Kiehl's's key ingredients

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

  • Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    Co-founder, CEO and CTO

    PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex

  • Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

    Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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