Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream lightweight daily face moisturizer, Fragrance-Free with 4.5% Squalane & Pro-Ceramides for long-lasting

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream is a lightweight daily moisturizer designed to deliver long-lasting hydration and reinforce the skin’s moisture barrier with squalane and pro-ceramides.

Formulated for everyday use, this fragrance-free face cream blends 4.5% squalane with glacial glycoprotein and pro-ceramides to help hydrate, smooth, and visibly calm the complexion. The texture absorbs quickly without feeling heavy, making it suitable for layering under sunscreen or makeup. Tested in a range of conditions and on sensitive skin, it’s positioned as a go-to option when you want reliable moisture without added scent.

How will this cream fit into my morning routine?

Apply a pea-to-dime sized amount after cleansing and any serum steps; it sinks in fast and creates a hydrated base for sunscreen or makeup. Because it’s lightweight and non-greasy, it works well under daily SPF products and liquid foundations.

• Use after toner/serum for best absorption
• Layer under sunscreen and makeup without pilling
• Suitable for both AM and PM routines

What key ingredients make this effective?

The formula combines 4.5% squalane with glacial glycoprotein and pro-ceramides to support skin hydration and barrier resilience. These ingredients are chosen to attract and retain moisture while helping skin feel softer and less reactive to environmental stressors.

• Squalane (4.5%) for lightweight moisturization
• Pro-ceramides to help reinforce the skin barrier
• Glacial glycoprotein to support moisture retention

How long does the hydration last and what evidence supports that?

Instrumental testing associated with this formulation indicates extended hydration performance lasting multiple days after application, measured using standardized skin-hydration instruments. Individual results can vary depending on skin type and environmental factors.

• Hydration performance assessed using instrumental studies
• Designed for prolonged moisture support between applications
• Tested on sensitive skin in controlled studies

Is it suitable for sensitive or eczema-prone skin?

The fragrance-free formulation and selection of barrier-supporting ingredients make it appropriate for many sensitive skin routines. It has been evaluated in clinical and instrumental settings to assess tolerability and is often recommended when fragrance avoidance is preferred.

• Fragrance-free for reduced irritation risk
• Formulated with gentle hydration-focused actives
• Compatibility tested on sensitive skin in study conditions

Who is this for: Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream is aimed at anyone seeking a dependable, lightweight daily moisturizer—people with normal to dry skin, those with combination or sensitive skin who prefer fragrance-free products, and anyone who wants a fast-absorbing cream that layers well under SPF and makeup. If you want straightforward hydration with barrier-supporting ingredients and a non-heavy finish, this product is designed to be an easy, everyday addition to your skincare routine.

Ingredients

AQUA / WATER,GLYCERIN,DIMETHICONE,SQUALANE,BIS-PEG-18 METHYL ETHER DIMETHYL SILANE,SUCROSE STEARATE,STEARYL ALCOHOL,PEG-8 STEARATE,MYRISTYL MYRISTATE,PRUNUS ARMENIACA KERNEL OIL / APRICOT KERNEL OIL,PHENOXYETHANOL,PERSEA GRATISSIMA OIL / AVOCADO OIL,GLYCERYL STEARATE,CETYL ALCOHOL,ORYZA SATIVA BRAN OIL / RICE BRAN OIL,OLEA EUROPAEA FRUIT OIL / OLIVE FRUIT OIL,CHLORPHENESIN,STEARIC ACID,PALMITIC ACID,CARBOMER,ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER,TRISODIUM ETHYLENEDIAMINE DISUCCINATE,PRUNUS AMYGDALUS DULCIS OIL / SWEET ALMOND OIL,XANTHAN GUM,ETHYLHEXYLGLYCERIN,SODIUM HYDROXIDE,TOCOPHEROL,GLYCINE SOJA OIL / SOYBEAN OIL,PSEUDOALTEROMONAS FERMENT EXTRACT,MYRISTIC ACID,HYDROXYPALMITOYL SPHINGANINE,SALICYLIC ACID,HELIANTHUS ANNUUS SEED OIL / SUNFLOWER SEED OIL,ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT / ROSEMARY LEAF EXTRACT,CITRIC ACID