I’ve always loved Kiehls packaging and products and follow their instagram just to see and hear about their products and I much admit this was number one I wanted to try. So thank you BR. I had seen a read many things about this cream and was not disappointed.
This plain and simple packaging is so me. But I do love seeing their cute festive range also.
This creamy concoction is scentless, white and a cream consistency, but not too thick. It’s quite light weight on the skin and spreads so well. It’s not like spreading sunscreen. It’s so silky - and lightweight so I was ultra surprised! It definitely feels like there must be some sort of filler in there to make it that silky smooth but looking at the ingredients list that can’t be!? It’s just so smoothing on the skin!!
I didn’t use a lot just a few dabs and then blended in. I do have quite dry & sensitive skin, but my skin has been in great condition! This has been so moisturising and seems to last into the night and morning. I actually don’t cleanse and wash my face in the morning - I go straight to the sunscreen and makeup usually, but I have been loving my skin lately so haven’t really been using makeup at all! It’s in such good condition.
I think this range suits my age.. 35 for sure! Usually more natural based products I avoid as the scent, stickyness or effectiveness put me off and I stick them in the not for me category.. but this cream would suit a wide age group.
It’s been so soft and smoothing I have noticed my skin is more hydrated, smooth and soft. I still have those big wrinkles - nothing will change that but this has greatly reduced the roughness, tightness and dryness in my skin. It looks fresh and plump. And it’s so surprising as it looks like a simple cream with no scent but it is obviously packing some powerful ingredients.. it’s quite similar to a night mask I would say for your skin with the hydration it can deliver.
Kiehls riccarton is my local and I always slither in for a test so make sure you try it out at your local I’ve always found they are so helpful to let you try.
I'm pretty fussy with my daily moisturisers and creams as my skin can be a bit hard to tame. The Ultra Facial Cream was a nice addition to my skincare routine and seemed to be the perfect follow-up to the calendular toner and the super-serum and it was a treat to use a 3-step skincare routine from Kiehls - I'm usually not one for using the same brand, but I was stoked with the results of this trio. The moisturiser is smooth and creamy and was absorbed into my skin nicely. I definitely felt the hydrating effects and I can honestly say I have had no issues with dryness since using the product, which can be an issue for me as my skin gets quite stressed and tired. I found that I couldn't use this daily as it left my skin a bit too hydrated to the point I felt it got a bit dewy, so I need to work it into a broader skincare routine alongside another day cream - but for me this is a minor thing. It's a great product to have up your sleeve if your skin needs a moisture boost and can stay tucked away on those days or nights that your skin is feeling hydrated and you can sub another moisturiser in. Great product in an excellent line-up from Kiehls.
Tips: If you find it's too hydrating, use on alternate days/nights and sub another cream in.