Curél skincare
Curél is an American skincare brand founded in 1984 and owned by Kao Corporation since 1998.
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Curél is loved for its gentle moisturizers and cleansers, featuring expertly crafted formulas that soothe the complexion. Its products suit dry skin and sensitive skin best, providing a reliable source of daily comfort. The standout products for particular concerns include the Deep Moisture Spray for acne-prone skin, the Moisture Facial Milk for skin with dark spots, and the Foaming Facial Wash for mature skin. Through thoughtful formulation, the brand delivers steady hydration and balance to the face.
This page covers some of the most popular Curél products; for the whole Curél range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.
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People Say
★4.6Overall rating based on 4.2k+ reviewsReviewers most often praise Curél for soothing irritation, lightweight texture, and effective hydration. The most common complaints are high price relative to quantity and insufficient moisture for extremely dry skin.
Highlights
Hydrating moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “mist action is super fine – not at all hose-like — Deep Moisture Spray”
- “healed my dry patches — Intensive Moisture Facial Cream”
- “instant boost of hydration for face and body — Deep Moisture Spray”
Soothing moisturizers for sensitive skin Mostly Mentioned
- “calms redness and irritation — Deep Moisture Spray”
- “no stinging — Intensive Moisture Facial Cream”
Lightweight moisturizers Mostly Mentioned
- “light as air — Intensive Moisture Facial Cream”
- “Absorbs quickly, breathable feel, good under makeup. — Moisture Facial Milk”
Versatile and convenient application Mostly Mentioned
- “easy to reach my back — Deep Moisture Spray”
- “makeup sits beautifully — Intensive Moisture Facial Cream”
- “Contains ceramides, strengthens skin, restores comfort. — Moisture Facial Milk”
High price and small quantity Mostly Mentioned
- “tiny jar — Intensive Moisture Facial Cream”
- “expensive for the amount you get — Deep Moisture Spray”
- “runs out faster than tube cleansers — Foaming Facial Wash”
Insufficient moisture for dry skin Often Mentioned
- “Needs layering, too light for winter, not occlusive enough. — Moisture Facial Milk”
- “need a lotion on top, not enough alone — Deep Moisture Spray”
- “need to layer it — Intensive Moisture Facial Cream”
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Questions and answers
Is Curél good for oily skin?
Curél is generally not recommended for oily skin as Lovi rates most of its moisturizers and the cleanser Low or Caution for this skin type, although the brand-focused routine still achieves a High fit level. The Curél products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is Curél worth it?
Curél may be worth it for shoppers looking for hydrating and soothing moisturizers, as Lovi rates the brand's routines Superior for dry and sensitive skin. However, reviewers often mention a high price and small quantity, along with occasional insufficient moisture for dry skin.
What are Curél's best products?
Curél's best products are the Moisture Facial Milk and the Intensive Moisture Facial Cream, which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin. Reviewers also mention that these moisturizers help keep skin hydrated and calm.
Which Curél moisturizer is best for dry skin?
The best Curél moisturizer for dry skin is Moisture Facial Milk, followed by Intensive Moisture Facial Cream and Deep Moisture Spray. Lovi rates Moisture Facial Milk and Intensive Moisture Facial Cream as Superior for dry skin, and Deep Moisture Spray as High.
Does Curél cause breakouts?
Curél is unlikely to cause breakouts for most skin types, as Lovi rates acne-prone skin High for the brand's routines and Average for the individual moisturizers and cleansers on this page. Reviewers frequently mention that these lightweight moisturizers feel comfortable and soothing, though reviewers also note that some products may feel insufficiently moisturizing for very dry skin.
Is Curél fragrance-free?
Yes, the Curél products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients, making them gentle for everyday use. Reviewers mostly mention that these moisturizers help soothe sensitive skin without any added scents.
What are the key ingredients in Curél products?
Curél products rely on ceramides, glycerin, and dimethicone to help smooth and calm the skin. Lovi notes that these ingredients support the brand's strong focus on dry and sensitive skin.
How do I build a Curél skincare routine?
To build a routine for dry skin with Curél, use Foaming Facial Wash for cleansing, Calming Deep Moisture Toner for toning, Intensive Moisture Facial Cream for moisturizing, and a sunscreen such as Photoderm Mineral Fluide SPF50+ in the morning. In the evening, cleanse with Ultra Hyalon Cleansing Cream followed by the Foaming Facial Wash, apply Propolis + Niacinamide Glow Serum, and finish with the Intensive Moisture Facial Cream. Once a week, add Facial Washing Powder and Vita Essential Mask to this evening routine.
Where can I buy Curél, and how much does it cost?
Curél products are available at stores in Australia. Prices on this page range from A$33.21 to A$49.99.
What are good alternatives to Curél?
Good alternatives to Curél include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica, which all have dedicated pages on Lovi. These similar brands offer comparable options for your skincare routine.
Curél vs CeraVe: which is better?
Curél rates Superior for dry skin and sensitive skin, while CeraVe rates High for both. For oily skin, combination skin, and acne-prone skin, CeraVe rates High, whereas Curél rates High for oily and acne-prone skin and High for combination skin.
Who owns Curél, and where is it from?
Curél is an American brand founded in 1984, owned by Kao Corporation since 1998.
Is Curél cruelty-free?
PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Curél as cruelty-free.
Is Curél good for dry skin?
Yes, Curél is a great choice for dry skin, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. Reviewers often mention its hydrating and soothing moisturizers, though some note they may not always provide enough moisture for very dry skin.
Which Curél cleanser is best for oily skin?
Foaming Facial Wash is the best Curél cleanser for oily skin, though Lovi rates its fit for oily skin as Low.
Is Curél good for sensitive skin?
Yes, Curél fits sensitive skin very well, as Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for this skin type. The Curél products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.
Is Curél good for acne-prone skin?
Yes, Curél is a good choice for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for this skin type. Reviewers frequently mention that the brand offers lightweight, hydrating moisturizers, and the Curél products on this page list no fragrance.
Is Curél good for skin with dark spots?
Curél rates Average for skin with dark spots with most of its moisturisers and cleansers, though Moisture Facial Milk rates High. Reviewers note that the Curél products on this page help keep skin soft and smooth while being fragrance-free.
Is Curél good for mature skin?
Curél rates Average for mature skin with Deep Moisture Spray, Intensive Moisture Facial Cream, and Foaming Facial Wash, while Moisture Facial Milk rates High. Reviewers note that the brand helps hydrate and soothe dry skin, though some mention a high price and small quantity.
Research behind Curél'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.
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