Works for
CleansingTriethanolamine, CarbomerCleanses gently
“Gently removes residue, dirt and oil without stripping skin of moisture”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin. It uses a combination of mild cleansing agents (carbomer, triethanolamine) and should be able to cleanse the skin gently. Still keep in mind that any cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.8–5.6%
- 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~3.4–5.2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolPhenoxyethanol~0.5–1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolPropylene glycol~2–2.9%
- Irritation risk
- High
Helps oil and water mix together and can enhance the penetration of other ingredients into the skin. It can be irritating
More about Propylene glycolPotassium sorbate~0.3–0.6%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~1.1–1.7%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerTriethanolamine~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to adjust pH of the product and can help improve the product's smell
More about TriethanolamineCitric acid~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidImperata cylindrica root extract~0.4–0.9%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plat extract that might help neutralize free radicals in skin and attract water to its upper layer
More about Imperata cylindrica root extractPseudoalteromonas ferment extract~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sodium hyaluronate~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateCucumis sativus juice~0.1–0.45%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Cucumber juice. Might help attract water to the upper layer of the skin, but mostly works as plain water in skincare
More about Cucumis sativus juiceCaprylyl glycol~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolCarbomer~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerIngredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Propanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene glycol, Potassium sorbate, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Triethanolamine, Citric acid, Imperata cylindrica root extract, Pseudoalteromonas ferment extract, Sodium hyaluronate, Cucumis sativus juice, Caprylyl glycol, Carbomer
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Worth comparing, line by line.
Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Kiehl'sUltra Facial Oil-Free TonerYOUR PRODUCT | CeraVeHydrating Micellar Water | REVOLUTION SKINCAREVitamin C Brightening Micellar Water | Q+ANiacinamide Daily Toner | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 35% | 33% | 32% |
| Price | $24.00 | $13.49−$10.51 | $5.34−$18.66 | $8.03−$15.97 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 5 | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 |
| Key difference | — | Niacinamide | Decyl Glucoside | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: Eucerin 3-In-1 Micellar FluidAroma Zone Lotion Tonique Niacinamide 5%, Zinc & Acide Hyaluronique
Product summary
"Kiehl's - Ultra Facial Oil-Free Toner" could be helpful for: Moisturizing, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Humectants (imperata cylindrica root extract 0.45% - 1.10% and glycerin 3.80% - 5.60%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Price
The product retails for 24.00$ in the United States, for 58.79CA$ in Canada, for 71.53A$ in Australia and from 17.85£ up to 26.24£ in the United Kingdom.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 7 studies and safety reviews.
- 1
- 2Surfactants and experimental irritant contact dermatitisncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 3Propylene Glycolpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 4Skin-sensitizing and irritant properties of propylene glycolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
- 5Allergic contact dermatitis from grassespubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- 6Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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