Kiehls vital skin strengthening super serum ingredients

IngredientEstimated concentration

water

Plain old water

45% - 55%

dimethicone

A silicone that helps to reduce water loss from the surface of the skin. Can temporarily "fill in" lines and wrinkles, absorb oil, and create a nice product finish

6.6% - 8.1%

glycerin

One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant

4.1% - 5.1%

alcohol denat.

Produces temporary toning effect. Can help dissolve other ingredients or preserve products

3.2% - 3.9%

hamamelis virginiana water

A plant extract that can help calm down inflammation in skin. Can, however, itself be irritating

2.2% - 2.7%

propanediol

Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin

2% - 2.4%

phenoxyethanol

A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products

0.5% - 1%

tocopherol

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

1.4% - 1.7%

ammonium polyacryloyldimethyl taurate

Used to create a thicker product consistency

1.2% - 1.4%

schisandra chinensis fruit extract

A berry extract that might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin

0.95% - 1.15%

capryloyl salicylic acid

0.65% - 1%

caprylyl glycol

Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture

0.6% - 0.9%

xanthan gum

Used to create a thicker product consistency

0.5% - 0.8%

peg-60 hydrogenated castor oil

Helps oil and water mix together

0.5% - 0.75%

panax ginseng root extract

A plant extract that might have some anti-inflammatory properties, but solid evidence is lacking. It can be irritating

0.45% - 0.7%

sodium acetylated hyaluronate

A type of hyaluronic acid that works as an excellent moisturizer by attracting water into the upper layer of the skin. Is typically feels less sticky on the skin compared to the usual hyaluronic acid

0.45% - 0.65%

peg-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate

Helps oil and water mix together

0.45% - 0.7%

disodium edta

Stabilizes the product formulation

0.35% - 0.6%

ocimum sanctum leaf extract

A plant extract that is rich in a fragrance compound eugenol that is a frequent allergen and can be irritating. It might also contain anti-oxidants to help neutralize free radicals

0.3% - 0.55%

citrus aurantium dulcis peel oil

An essentil oil from orange peel. Potential allergen and can be irritating

0.3% - 0.55%

unknown

The ingredient is not recognized

TBC

limonene

A common frangrance that can easily irritate skin, especially if exposed to air, light or heat

0.25% - 0.45%

adenosine

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)

0.25% - 0.5%

sodium hydroxide

Used to adjust the product's pH

0.25% - 0.45%

methyldihydrojasmonate

Used as a fragrance. Smells similar to jasmine

0.25% - 0.45%

citric acid

Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH

0.25% - 0.45%

eugenol

A fragrance. Is a likely irritant

0.2% - 0.35%

sodium benzoate

A preservative

0.25% - 0.4%

pelargonium graveolens flower oil

An essential oil. Can be irritating. Can become an allergen with oxidation

0.25% - 0.4%

citral

A fragrance with a lemon scent. A likely irritant

0.2% - 0.35%

potassium sorbate

A preservative

0.2% - 0.35%

lavandula angustifolia oil

An essential oil. Potential allergen and can be irritating. It has some anti-bacterial properties

0.2% - 0.35%

cymbopogon schoenanthus oil

0.15% - 0.25%

citronellol

A fragrance. Can be irritating

0.1% - 0.2%

linalool

A fragrance. Can be irritating

0.1% - 0.2%

geraniol

A fragrance. Can be irritating

0.1% - 0.15%

rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil

A plant oil with high content of volatile compounds that can irritate the skin. Can be used as a fragrance. Has anti-bacterial properties and might help neutralize free radicals on the surface of the skin

0.1% - 0.15%

unknown

The ingredient is not recognized

TBC

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Does Kiehl's contain hyaluronic acid?

Formulated with 11kDa Hyaluronic Acid — our smallest form of Hyaluronic Acid, which penetrates 8 skin surface layers deep** — and an Adaptogenic Herbal Complex, our serum neutralizes the effects of external skin-aging stressors for youthful, radiant skin.

How do you use Kiehl's Vital skin

Apply skin-strengthening serum onto cleansed face and neck, morning and night.

Which is kiehls best serum?

7 Essential Kiehl's Serums For Oily Skin.
For All Oily Skin Types: Powerful-Strength Vitamin C Serum. ... .
For Dehydrated Oily Skin: Hydro-Plumping Hydrating Serum. ... .
For Dark Spots & Discolorations: Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solutions. ... .
For Mature Oily Skin: Vital Skin-Strengthening Hyaluronic Acid Super Serum..

What does Kiehl's serum do?

A potent anti-wrinkle serum with Retinol that visibly reduces wrinkles, firms skin and refines the feeling of skin's texture for visible renewal with minimal discomfort.