
Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Face Cream — Reddit Reviews
by Kiehl's
Updated August 22, 2026
Lightweight gel moisturizer that absorbs quickly for oily skin; may dry some users.
What the community says
This oil-free gel moisturizer is praised for sinking in fast without leaving residue, suited for oily skin types looking to avoid heaviness. It may not provide enough hydration, especially when layered with drying actives like tretinoin. Users seeking deep moisture might want alternatives.
What this means for you
What people love
- Absorbs quickly without residue
- Ideal for oily skin avoiding heaviness
- Works well under makeup or layers
Watch out for
- Can feel drying on dehydrated or tretinoin users
- Minimal hydration may cause tightness
- Gel texture disliked by those needing richer cream
Product details
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Product Traits
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Where to buy
Real Reddit threads — 8 mentions across 3 threads
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Face Cream on Reddit, in one place — 3 threads from r/SkincareAddiction and r/Rosacea, summarized.
“Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream”
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“For moisturizer, I use Kiehl's Oil-free cream.”
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