Kiehls Ultra Facial Cream 4.2 oz

Deeply hydrate and strengthen your skin with Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream 4.2 oz, the iconic bestselling face moisturiser designed to deliver long lasting hydration while helping support the skin barrier for softer smoother and healthier looking skin. Powered by 4.5% Squalane, Glacial Glycoprotein, Pro-Ceramides, and nourishing plant oils, this lightweight yet deeply moisturizing cream helps reduce moisture loss while improving skin comfort, softness, and resilience in all climates and seasons. 

Its silky non greasy cream texture absorbs beautifully into the skin without feeling heavy or sticky, making it suitable for all skin types including dry, normal, combination, sensitive, and even some oily skin types. Designed for daily morning and evening use, Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream helps lock in moisture while protecting the skin against dryness caused by environmental stress, cold weather, and indoor heating.

Clinically demonstrated to hydrate up to 15 surface layers deep while helping strengthen the skin’s moisture barrier within one hour. Many users and beauty editors praise the cream for delivering rich hydration without clogging pores or leaving greasy residue behind.

Beauty enthusiasts frequently describe Ultra Facial Cream as a dependable everyday moisturiser because of its balance between lightweight comfort and deep hydration. One reviewer shared that despite its rich feel, it “doesn't cause breakouts” and leaves skin smooth and soft throughout the day.

Whether used as a daily moisturiser, winter hydration essential, or skin barrier support cream, Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream helps reveal calmer healthier and more hydrated looking skin with continued use.

Key Benefits

Provides up to 24 hour hydration
Helps strengthen the skin moisture barrier
Lightweight non greasy cream texture
Deeply hydrates without heaviness
Supports softer smoother skin
Helps reduce moisture loss
Contains 4.5% Squalane and Glacial Glycoprotein
Fragrance free and paraben free formula
Suitable for all skin types including sensitive skin
Luxury daily hydrating moisturiser

Why You’ll Love It

Unlike many rich moisturisers that can feel greasy or suffocating on the skin, Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream delivers long lasting hydration with a lightweight breathable finish.

Beauty enthusiasts and skincare lovers often praise the formula for leaving skin noticeably softer smoother and healthier looking without irritation. Many users especially love how well it layers underneath sunscreen and makeup while still keeping the skin hydrated all day.

Its combination of olive derived Squalane, Glacial Glycoprotein, and Pro-Ceramides helps strengthen the skin barrier while improving hydration retention and overall skin comfort.

Some users with extremely dry skin prefer pairing it with facial oils or richer overnight creams during colder seasons, while oily and combination skin users often describe it as perfectly balanced for year round use.

The lightweight texture, dermatologist inspired hydration technology, and cult favourite reputation have made Ultra Facial Cream one of Kiehl’s most iconic skincare products worldwide.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients Include:

4.5% Squalane
Glacial Glycoprotein
Pro-Ceramides
Glycerin
Avocado Oil
Apricot Kernel Oil
Olive Fruit Oil
Sweet Almond Oil
Vitamin E
Rice Bran Oil

These ingredients work together to hydrate, soften, strengthen, smooth, and support the skin barrier while helping improve overall moisture balance and skin comfort.

How to Use

Apply after cleansing and serum
Massage gently onto face and neck
Use morning and evening
Allow the cream to absorb fully before makeup or sunscreen
Can be layered with facial oils during colder weather
Use daily for best hydrating and barrier support results

Who Is It Suitable For?

Dry and dehydrated skin
Normal and combination skin
Sensitive skin
People seeking lightweight hydration
Skin barrier support routines
Cold weather skincare routines
People wanting fragrance free moisturisers
Luxury skincare enthusiasts

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream do?

It helps deeply hydrate, soften, and strengthen the skin barrier while reducing moisture loss for smoother healthier looking skin.

Is it suitable for sensitive skin?

Yes, the fragrance free and paraben free formula is widely recommended for sensitive skin and has received the National Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance.

What are the key ingredients?

The cream contains 4.5% Squalane, Glacial Glycoprotein, Pro-Ceramides, Glycerin, and nourishing plant oils to help hydrate and strengthen the skin barrier.

Does it feel greasy on the skin?

Most users describe the texture as lightweight silky and non greasy while still providing deep long lasting hydration.

Can it be used under makeup?

Yes, many users and beauty editors praise the formula for layering smoothly underneath sunscreen and makeup without pilling.

Is it good for dry skin?

Yes, it is especially popular among people with dry and dehydrated skin because of its strong moisture retention and barrier support benefits.