# Curél skincare

Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel

The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Ireland.

Curél is an American skincare brand founded in 1984 and owned by Kao Corporation since 1998.

[curel.com](https://www.curel.com/en-us/about/curel-history/) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kao_Corporation) [web.kao.com](https://web.kao.com/sg/curel/philosophy/history/)

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](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/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](https://app.pora.ai/vqqJ/j1xj2b6o?af_sub2=brand&af_sub3=selection_note&af_sub4=pgde10454c50).

### Other Curél products

#### Other products

- [Deep Moisture Spray](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/curel/deep-moisture-spray/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€26.75 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0BC2W1L3T?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Intensive Moisture Facial Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/curel/intensive-moisture-facial-cream/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit — [€19.32 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0869L7KPR?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)
- [Moisture Facial Milk](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/curel/moisture-facial-milk/for/dry-skin) — Superior fit
- [Foaming Facial Wash](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/p/curel/foaming-facial-wash/for/dry-skin) — High fit — [€14.70 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.ie/dp/B0FWK3Y3JB?tag=lovi-care-web-product02-21&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1)

## People Say

★4.6

Overall rating based on 4.2k+ reviews

Reviewers 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 the best choice for oily skin, as Lovi rates most of its moisturizers and its cleanser Low for this skin type, though the brand-focused routine still achieves a High fit overall. The Curél products on this page list no fragrance in their ingredients.

### Is Curél worth it?

Curél may be worth it for shoppers seeking hydrating and soothing lightweight moisturizers that help calm dry and sensitive skin, though some reviewers note a high price and small quantity along with occasional reports of insufficient moisture. Lovi rates the Curél-focused routine Superior for dry and sensitive skin, High for combination and acne-prone skin, and High for oily skin.

### What are Curél's best products?

Curél's best products are Moisture Facial Milk and Intensive Moisture Facial Cream, both of which Lovi rates Superior for dry skin. Moisture Facial Milk also ranks high for dry sensitive, sensitive, mature skin, and skin with dark spots.

### Which Curél moisturizer is best for dry skin?

The best Curél moisturizers for dry skin are 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.

[Scientific Reports, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/)

### Does Curél cause breakouts?

Curél is unlikely to cause breakouts because Lovi rates acne-prone skin Average for the Deep Moisture Spray, [Foaming](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/foaming) Facial Wash, and Moisture Facial Milk, and Low for the Intensive Moisture Facial Cream. Reviewers often mention that these lightweight moisturizers help soothe sensitive skin without feeling heavy.

[The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2006](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16778793/)

### Is Curél fragrance-free?

Yes, every product from the Curél products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Reviewers often mention these hydrating and soothing moisturizers for sensitive skin.

### What are the key ingredients in Curél products?

Curél products rely on key ingredients such as ceramides, [glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/glycerin), and squalane to help maintain soft and calm skin. Lovi notes that ceramides help strengthen the skin barrier, while glycerin helps keep dry skin feeling smooth and hydrated.

[Scientific Reports, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/)

### How do I build a Curél skincare routine?

To build a Curél routine for dry skin, start your morning with the Foaming Facial Wash, followed by a hydrating toner, the Intensive Moisture Facial Cream, and sunscreen. In the evening, use a pre-cleanser, the Foaming Facial Wash, a [serum](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/serum) or treatment, and the Intensive Moisture Facial Cream again. Once a week, you can add a nourishing mask into your evening steps before your moisturizer.

### Where can I buy Curél, and how much does it cost?

Curél products are available at stores in Ireland, with prices ranging from €14.70 to €26.75. Most items on this page fall within this price range.

### What are good alternatives to Curél?

Good alternatives to Curél include CeraVe, Cetaphil, Paula's Choice, Neutrogena, Kiehl's, and Dermalogica. Lovi rates CeraVe as a Superior alternative for oily, combination, and acne-prone skin types.

### Curél vs CeraVe: which is better?

Curél rates Superior for dry and sensitive skin, while CeraVe rates Superior for oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin. The choice between them depends on your specific skin type and whether you prefer Curél's specialized moisturizers or CeraVe's broader range of top-rated routines.

### Who owns Curél, and where is it from?

Curél is an American brand founded in 1984, owned by Kao Corporation since 1998.

[curel.com](https://www.curel.com/en-us/about/curel-history/) [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kao_Corporation) [web.kao.com](https://web.kao.com/sg/curel/philosophy/history/)

### 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 because the Curél products on this page are fragrance-free and the brand focuses heavily on hydrating, soothing options. Lovi rates the Curél-focused routine Superior for dry skin, and moisturizers like Intensive Moisture Facial Cream and Moisture Facial Milk both rate Superior for this skin type.

[Scientific Reports, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/)

### Which Curél cleanser is best for oily skin?

Foaming Facial Wash is the only cleanser on this page, and Lovi rates it Low for oily skin.

### Is Curél good for sensitive skin?

Yes, Curél is a good choice for sensitive skin, as the Curél products on this page list no fragrance. Lovi rates the brand-focused routine Superior for sensitive skin, and reviewers frequently mention soothing moisturizers for sensitive skin.

[Scientific Reports, 2022](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/)

### Is Curél good for acne-prone skin?

Yes, Curél can work well for acne-prone skin because Lovi rates the brand-focused routine High for this skin type. Reviewers mention that the moisturizers are lightweight, 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 across most of its moisturizers and cleanser on this page, while Moisture Facial Milk rates High. Reviewers mostly mention that these are hydrating, lightweight, and soothing moisturizers for sensitive skin.

### Is Curél good for mature skin?

Yes, Curél works well for mature skin, and Lovi rates Moisture Facial Milk High for mature skin, while the Deep Moisture Spray, Intensive Moisture Facial Cream, and Foaming Facial Wash rate Average. The Curél products on this page list no fragrance.

## Research behind Curél's key ingredients

- [Peroxidated squalene induces the production of inflammatory mediators in HaCaT keratinocytes: a possible role in acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16778793/) Squalane · The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2006
- [Vitamin C-squalene bioconjugate promotes epidermal thickening and collagen production in human skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33037252/) Squalane · Scientific Reports, 2020
- [Alteration of barrier properties, stratum corneum ceramides and microbiome composition in response to lotion application on cosmetic dry skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35340018/) Ceramides · Scientific Reports, 2022
- [The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28860834/) Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
- [Efficacy of a topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol for pain and inflammation control after third molar surgery: A randomized and placebo-controlled clinical trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32683390/) Allantoin · Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020
- [Efficacy of a Topical Formulation on Skin Hydration and Barrier Function in Individuals With Xerosis: A 28-Day Randomized, Split-Leg, Untreated-Controlled Trial](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/42108609/) Dipotassium glycyrrhizate · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026

## Curél routines

- 96% fit: [Routine for dry skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/dry-skin)
- 84% fit: [Routine for oily skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/oily-skin)
- 84% fit: [Routine for combination skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/combination-skin)
- 91% fit: [Routine for sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/sensitive-skin)
- 88% fit: [Routine for acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/acne-prone-skin)
- 90% fit: [Routine for mature skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/mature-skin)
- 87% fit: [Routine for skin with dark spots](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/dark-spots)
- 91% fit: [Routine for dry sensitive skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/dry-sensitive-skin)
- 86% fit: [Routine for oily acne-prone skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/brands/curel/skincare-routine/for/oily-acne-prone-skin)

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## About the Lovi Fit

Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes.

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules its 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. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning.

Behind these ratings: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board).

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