Kiehl's Pure Vitality Skin Renewing Cream
Works for
2 of 2 advertised claims delivered
Anti-aging3 ingredients credited for this claimStrong support
“Helps skin bounce back from the visible signs of aging”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains adenosine.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
Moisturizing14 ingredients credited for this claimGood support
“It works to improve the texture and vitality of your complexion by helping the skin to renew itself and improve its resilience over time, while feeling deeply moisturised and nourished.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
arginine, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: arginine, butyrospermum parkii butter.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 strong irritants: Cananga odorata flower oil, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract + 5 more — patch-test recommendedHigh risk
Comedogenic3 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale3 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~45–55%
Glycerin~4.4–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinPropanediol~3.9–4.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolDicaprylyl ether~3.1–3.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherGlyceryl stearate~2.3–2.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An emollient that softens the skin and forms a protective layer on its surface. Helps water and oil mix together
More about Glyceryl stearateLauroyl lysine~1.9–2.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin and creates a nice product texture
More about Lauroyl lysineButyrospermum parkii butter~1.6–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
A great moisturising ingredient that softens the skin and reduces water loss from its upper layer. It also can be helpful in protecting skin from free radicals
More about Butyrospermum parkii butterUndecane~1.5–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps create a non-greasy finish on the skin
More about UndecaneCetearyl alcohol~1.3–1.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholArginine~0.95–1.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
An amino acid that is naturally present in skin and helps keep it hydrated. When used together with AHAs, it can reduce their irritating effect on the skin
More about ArginineHydrogenated lecithin~0.7–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to retain moisture by creating a protective barrier on the skin. Rich in fatty acids. Improves product texture and helps with the penetration of other ingredients.
More about Hydrogenated lecithinTridecane~0.55–0.8%
Mel extract~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Mica~0.6–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Creates an illusion of smoother and more radiant skin tone. Adds shimmer to the skin by reflecting light
More about MicaPanax ginseng root extract~0.45–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating
More about Panax ginseng root extractCera alba~0.55–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Forms a protective barrier that holds water and keeps dry skin hydrated. Keeps an emulsion from separating into its oil and liquid components, and increases the thickness of a product. Can be an allergen
More about Cera albaCapryloyl glycine~0.5–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps oil and water mix together, preserve cosmetic products, and attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Capryloyl glycineTocopherol~0.4–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Pure form of vitamin E. Can help moisturise and protect the skin from free radicals. Often used to help stabilise other ingredients or the formula itself
More about TocopherolCitric acid~0.3–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSclerotium gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create gel-like formulas and stabilize emulsions
More about Sclerotium gumXanthan gum~0.3–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumSalicylic acid~0.25–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- High
Used for skin exfoliation. It has an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial effect, helps to unclog pores, prevent blemishes and speed up healing of the existing ones. Sometimes referred to as a BHA (beta-hydroxy acid)
More about Salicylic acidPotassium sorbate~0.25–0.5%
Cedrus atlantica bark oil~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A preservative that comes from radishes fermented by a bacteria. New research suggests that the preservation properties in the ingredient come from an ammonium salt that is not present naturally in radish root but used in its cultivation. Is problematic because the exact amount of the preservative agents is difficult to determine
More about Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrateGlycine soja oil~0.25–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A good emollient that helps soften the skin and helps repair its barrier function. It can clog pores if used in high concentrations.
More about Glycine soja oilAdenosine~0.25–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Might help improve cell turnover and reduce inflammation in skin. One study shows that the ingredients might be able to help reduce dynamic wrinkles (for example, in the corners of the eyes or on the forehead)
More about AdenosineCaramel~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cananga odorata flower oil~0.2–0.35%
Vanilla planifolia fruit extract~0.2–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- High
A plant extract used as a fragrance. Can be irritating
More about Vanilla planifolia fruit extractBulnesia sarmientoi wood oil~0.2–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating
More about Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oilPelargonium graveolens flower oil~0.15–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- High
An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation
More about Pelargonium graveolens flower oilLimonene~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- High
A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat
More about LimoneneBenzyl benzoate~0.1–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- High
Fragrance with sweet balsamic smell. Help to preserve products and dissolve other ingredients. Could trigger allergic reactions and be irritating
More about Benzyl benzoateFarnesol~0.05–0.1%
Helianthus annuus seed oil~0.1–0.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A great emollient due to its high linoleic acid content. One of the most effective plant oils in helping skin hydration and repairing skin barrier function
More about Helianthus annuus seed oilIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl ether, Glyceryl stearate, Lauroyl lysine, Butyrospermum parkii butter, Undecane, Cetearyl alcohol, Arginine, Hydrogenated lecithin, Tridecane, Mel extract, Mica, Panax ginseng root extract, Cera alba, Capryloyl glycine, Tocopherol, Citric acid, Sclerotium gum, Xanthan gum, Salicylic acid, Potassium sorbate, Cedrus atlantica bark oil, Leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, Glycine soja oil, Adenosine, Caramel, Cananga odorata flower oil, Vanilla planifolia fruit extract, Bulnesia sarmientoi wood oil, Citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil, Pelargonium graveolens flower oil, Limonene, Benzyl benzoate, Farnesol, Helianthus annuus seed oil
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| Kiehl'sPure Vitality Skin Renewing CreamYOUR PRODUCT | DECLEORWhite Magnolia Anti-Ageing Rosy Cream | Paula's choiceProbiotic Nutrient Moisturizer | Institut EsthedermIntensive Propolis Adult Acne and Wrinkles Face Cream | |
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| Match | — | 88% | 88% | 88% |
| Price | $46.90 | $87.59+$40.69 | $11.24−$35.66 | $58.00+$11.10 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 6 of 9 | 4 of 9 | 3 of 9 |
| Key difference | — | Isocetyl Stearate | Niacinamide | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 |
| Irritancy | High | High | Medium | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | Contains drying alcohol | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 16 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Ginseng in Dermatology: A Reviewncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 5Vitamin E in dermatologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Vitamin E and Skin Healthlpi.oregonstate.edu
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