Kiehl's Eye Fuel for combination skin
Caffeine
Niacinamide
Glycerin
Ascorbyl Glucoside
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
High
- HighCombination Skin Fit
- AverageEffectiveness
- HighSafety
A great choice for combination skin; a few eye cares fit it even better.
This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with combination skin: an oily T-zone, enlarged pores, and dry cheeks. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.
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Lovi Assistant explains
- Highly suitable for your combination skin due to niacinamide for seboregulation and glycerin for humectant action, which balance both oily and dry areas.
- The product offers excellent plumping and firming for the eye area, enhancing elasticity and reducing fine lines with Palmitoyl Oligopeptide and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7.
- The safety profile is excellent, with no risks of irritation for your combination skin due to the absence of prohibited or harsh ingredients.
People Say
★3.7Overall rating based on 400+ reviewsKiehl's Eye Fuel is generally well-regarded for its lightweight, non-greasy texture and its ability to provide a cooling, refreshing sensation that helps awaken tired eyes. While many users report success in reducing morning puffiness and brightening the under-eye area, a notable segment of long-term customers expresses disappointment, often citing that the current formula feels less effective than previous versions.
Highlights
Lightweight texture Often Mentioned
- “Lightweight and easily absorbed”
- “Not greasy”
- “Luscious liquid texture”
Reduces puffiness Often Mentioned
- “Helps diminish under-eye puffiness”
- “Works for my puffiness”
- “Reduces puffiness and dark circles”
Brightens eyes Sometimes Noted
- “Leaves eye area looking brighter”
- “Makes eyes look more awake”
- “Helps with tired-looking eyes”
Cooling sensation Sometimes Noted
- “Provides a cooling sensation”
- “Very soothing”
- “Invigorates the under-eye area”
Formula changes Sometimes Noted
- “Not as effective as previous formula”
- “Inferior replacement”
- “Doesn't see the same benefits”
Limited effectiveness Sometimes Noted
- “Not seeing any improvement”
- “Done nothing”
- “No change from this product”
Availability issues Rarely Noted
- “Often out of stock”
- “Hard to find”
- “Please bring it back”
Packaging concerns Rarely Noted
- “Complaints about the packaging”
- “Size is small”
- “Disappointed with the container”
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Questions and answers
What makes Kiehl's Eye Fuel Eye Treatment a great fit for combination skin?
This eye treatment is a great fit because niacinamide helps balance oil production while glycerin draws in moisture to care for both oily and dry areas. It also helps firm the skin around the eyes and smooth out fine lines without causing irritation.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2015
Which ingredients make this cream a good fit for combination skin?
Niacinamide and glycerin make this cream a great fit for combination skin by balancing oily and dry areas. Glycerin helps draw in moisture while niacinamide helps control oil, and both are very gentle on your skin.
What does Caffeine do for combination skin?
Topical caffeine helps combination skin by protecting cells against UV radiation with antioxidant properties and increasing skin microcirculation. It is generally well tolerated and may also help prevent excessive fat accumulation in oil-prone areas.
Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2013Frontiers in Physiology, 2019
What does Niacinamide do for combination skin?
Niacinamide helps balance oily areas by reducing excess shine and pore size while keeping dry patches hydrated and smooth. It also works to calm redness and even out skin tone, making it very suitable for combination skin.
Where does this cream go in a skincare routine for combination skin?
This eye care product goes into your routine as a dedicated eye treatment after cleansing and toning, and before your moisturizer. It is a great fit because ingredients like niacinamide and glycerin help balance both oily and dry areas while keeping the eye area soft and smooth.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2020
Can I use this cream with retinol, and in what order?
You can use this eye cream alongside retinol by applying the retinol first, letting it absorb, and then smoothing this cream gently around the eye area. Using a gentle moisturizer helps protect the skin barrier and is unlikely to cause irritation.
How often should I use this cream?
You can use this eye cream daily in the morning and evening as part of your regular routine. It is gentle on combination skin and helps keep the eye area smooth and firm over time.
Can this cream clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for combination skin?
This eye cream is unlikely to clog pores, cause breakouts, or lead to purging on combination skin. It features niacinamide and glycerin to balance oily and dry areas, and has a very safe formula with no harsh or prohibited ingredients that could cause irritation.
Is this cream fragrance-free and alcohol-free?
Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.
What the research says
A single application of a moisturizing fluid containing hyaluronic acid 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract significantly increased skin hydration by 29% and reduced transepidermal water loss at 24 hours compared to baseline and an untreated control site in twenty healthy women.
Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017A multi-modal methodology combining MALDI-MSI, in vivo RCM, echography, and histology revealed age-related decreases in extracellular matrix and epidermal-dermal junction proteins and undulation depth, while a blend of palmitoyl oligopeptide and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 improved subepidermal low-echogenic band thickness, density, and extracellular matrix structure compared to placebo.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2015Chronomodulated daytime application of baicalin and nighttime application of palmitoyl tripeptide-1 synergistically improved skin luminance by 16.29%, nasolabial fold depth by -36.35%, and firmness by 24.35% in 30 female participants.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2026A topical cosmetic slimming product containing tetrahydroxypropyl ethylenediamine, caffeine, carnitine, forskolin and retinol significantly reduced body circumferences and improved skin aspect compared with placebo in 78 women over 12 weeks.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2011Topical sunscreen formulations containing caffeine combined with UV filters increased in vivo anti-UVB protection by approximately 25% and showed higher SPF values compared to caffeine-free sunscreen, while being well tolerated by the skin of healthy subjects.
Frontiers in Physiology, 2019Caffeine gel combined with choline geranate showed high skin permeation capacity and superior clinical results in cellulite treatment compared to caffeine gel without ionic liquid.
AAPS PharmSciTech, 2021Topical post-laser application of human adipocyte-derived mesenchymal stem cell media combined with niacinamide significantly improved wrinkle index, melanin index, patient satisfaction, and investigator esthetic improvement scores compared to vehicle cream in patients with aging skin.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021Topical nicotinamide prevented solar-simulated UV-induced immunosuppression in healthy volunteers, and men experienced immunosuppression at solar-simulated UV doses three times lower than those required for women.
The Journal of Investigative Dermatology, 2008Topical 5% niacinamide applied twice daily for 12 weeks reduced fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmented spots, red blotchiness, and skin sallowness, and improved skin elasticity compared to vehicle control in 50 female white subjects with facial photoaging.
Dermatologic Surgery, 2005The emollient V0034CR significantly reduced TEWL compared to vehicle and vehicle plus glycerol, and significantly increased corneometry scores compared to vehicle and vehicle plus petrolatum in healthy volunteers with dry skin, demonstrating combined barrier function improvement from petrolatum and hydration improvement from glycerol.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2020Ten days of treatment with a cream containing 20% glycerin significantly increased skin hydration measured by corneometer values in 17 healthy volunteers compared to a placebo cream, but showed no influence on transepidermal water loss or skin sensitivity to an irritating surfactant.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2001Niacinamide/glycerin body moisturizers provided better rapid and prolonged improvement of cosmetic xerosis through functional improvement of stratum corneum barrier function compared to no treatment and conventional moisturizers in female subjects.
Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2012Topical application of 5% vitamin C cream significantly improved global clinical scores, increased skin microrelief density, and induced elastic tissue repair in photoaged skin compared to excipient control in healthy female volunteers.
Experimental Dermatology, 2003Ascorbic acid 2-glucoside gel significantly reduced gingival melanin pigmentation after 4 weeks compared to placebo in 73 subjects with symmetric pigmentation.
Journal of Periodontology, 2009Topical application of VC-IP cream twice daily for 8 weeks reduces periorbital wrinkles in female subjects compared to a placebo cream.
Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2022Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, acetyl hexapeptide-8, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-10 significantly increased type III collagen levels in human dermal fibroblasts following UV exposure, with their combination demonstrating a greater effect in vitro and enhancing type I, III, and IV collagen levels in ex vivo skin tissues compared to individual components.
International Journal of Cosmetic Science, 2026
Ingredients
Water, Dimethicone, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Caffeine, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Dimethicone Vinyl Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Dimethicone Peg-10 15 Crosspolymer, Peg-10 Dimethicone, Hydroxyethylpiperazine Ethane Sulfonic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Perlite, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Sodium Citrate, P-Anisic Acid, Tocopherol, Disodium Edta, Steareth-20, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Adenosine, Glycine Soja Soybean Protein, Dipropylene Glycol, Caprylyl Glycol, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Chlorhexidine Digluconate, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Benzoate, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Chrysin, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7
Behind this fit score
Lovi calculates every fit score from the 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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Elina Nazarenko, MD
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