Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream moisturizer — Fragrance-Free, 72H Hydration & Lightweight Barrier Support

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream is a lightweight, daily face moisturizer that delivers long-lasting hydration and helps reinforce the skin’s moisture barrier for a smoother, calmer complexion.

Designed as Kiehl's signature hydrating lotion, this fragrance-free cream blends 4.5% squalane with glacial glycoprotein and pro-ceramides to supply sustained moisture without a heavy finish. Clinically tested for tolerance on sensitive and eczema-prone skin, it absorbs quickly and is easy to layer under makeup or other skincare steps. The formula promises up to 72 hours of hydration and is suitable for a wide range of skin types.

How does this moisturizer keep skin hydrated for up to 72 hours?

The formula combines humectant and barrier-supporting ingredients that attract water to the skin and help lock it in. Squalane mimics natural skin lipids for smoothness, while glacial glycoprotein and pro-ceramides support moisture retention.

• 4.5% squalane to replenish lipids and soften surface texture
• Glacial glycoprotein helps bind moisture to skin layers
• Pro-ceramides strengthen the skin barrier to reduce transepidermal water loss
• Light, fast-absorbing cream base allows layering with serums and makeup

Will this work on sensitive or eczema-prone skin?

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream has been tested for use on sensitive skin and carries the National Eczema Association’s Seal of Acceptance, indicating it meets criteria for gentle, non-irritating performance. The fragrance-free, non-greasy formula minimizes potential irritants while delivering needed hydration.

• Fragrance-free to reduce irritation risk
• Clinical testing on sensitive skin panels supports tolerance
• Non-comedogenic texture suitable for many skin types
• Supports barrier repair that can alleviate dryness-related sensitivity

How should I use Ultra Facial Cream in my routine?

Apply the cream twice daily—morning and evening—after cleansing and any treatment serums. Use a pea-to-dime-sized amount, smoothing evenly across face and neck; it layers well under sunscreen and makeup.

• Apply to clean, slightly damp skin for better absorption
• Use morning and night for continuous hydration
• Blend with foundation for added glow or wear alone under SPF
• Suitable for full-face application and targeted dry patches

What results can I expect and how quickly?

Instrumental studies used during development show rapid barrier support and improved hydration depth; users typically notice smoother, less tight skin after regular use. While individual results vary, the product is formulated to provide immediate moisturization and ongoing barrier reinforcement with continued use.

• Visible smoothing and softening after initial applications
• Barrier strengthening measured within hours in studies
• Up to 72 hours of hydration per formula testing
• Safe for daily, long-term use as part of a skincare routine

Who is this for: Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream suits anyone seeking dependable, lightweight hydration—particularly those with dry, combination, or sensitive skin who want a non-irritating, fragrance-free option. It’s a practical everyday moisturizer for people who wear makeup, live in fluctuating climates, or need a reliable cream to reinforce their skin barrier without heaviness.

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