Product Reviews Rated 4.55 out of 5 stars
119 Reviews
Most Helpful Positive Review Moisturizer perfection! This is the best moisturizer ever. It was such a relief to come across it after years of cycling between mediocre products from many different companies. In my other reviews of Kiehl's products I typically have a mix of positive and negative things to say, but not for Facial Fuel. It is moisturizer perfection! You will not be disappointed.
Here are the things I like about it:
- It goes on easily. Your facial skin soaks it right up.
- You don't need to use a lot. A small amount takes care of even the driest skin.
- It leaves your pores open. No clogging. Seriously! No clogging.
- It is not even remotely greasy. It feels very clean.
- It smells nice.
- It lasts all day, but is light enough that you can use it again at night.
- It leaves your skin feeling refreshed and tingly! It's invigorating.
If you use this moisturizer twice a day, a 125ml (4.2 fl.oz.) bottle will last you 3-4 months.
Oh: there is one minor complaint-- sort of. This product is so good that it will leave your face feeling completely moisturized even if you have a substantial amount of dry skin on your face, so you might find dead skin cells building up over time. Just be sure to exfoliate and cleanse just as often while using it.
Most Helpful Critical Review Satisfactory... I bought this moisturizer a few times, and while it did the job, there may be better products out there for you. Kiehls will moisturize but that's about it. The "fresh" and "cool" sensation is nice but lasts for only a few seconds. My face is relatively oily and in the mornings my face looks dull and pale. This product doesn't really help with that. I have to use Aveenos serum to help my skin look fresh and glowing alongside a moisturizer. Then I tried Jack Black's spf moisturizer and it is a superior product in my opinion. It's a light cream, it's natural, easy to put on, absorbs quickly and it just works better with my skin. I've also tried Aveenos spf moisturizer and its not bad. But overall having tried a few brands, JB is the best. Kiehls just doesn't absorb as well and because it doesn't have a pump, I went through them fairly quickly with the medium size. JB will last you a good 3 months. It's a bit pricier but well worth it. While Kiehls has heritage and a strong following, they are a bit overhyped and overpriced for what it actually is. To be fair, if you have super dry skin, Kiehls' gel may work better for you. In closing, try a few brands to get a fair comparison and see which one works best for you!
Reviewed by 119 customers Love it 5
carlhome from Jersey Shore
Been using it every day since for years. Love this after shave product. It's an essential part of my routine
Happy Valentine's Day! 5
WandaU from Goose Creek, SC
This was one part of the gifts I gave my husband for Valentine's Day this year. He started using it right away and loves it. The scent is subtle, and the product immediately helped to moisturize his face and neck. He uses it together with Kiehl's moisturizing face wash which I also gave him for Valentine's Day this year. He find this to be a very effective combination for the dryness on his face and neck. He will definitely continue to use it.
Hubs loves it 5
Boo from NJ
Hubs uses it on his face. It's good for his dry skin.
Way too Strong For my Skin 1
jamesjam from Bay Area
I have tried liking this product--it is too strong for my skin. I do not like the rosy colour I get after using and it dries my skin too much. I would never use this product again.
They Changed Something 1
Amir from Los Angeles, CA
Not sure what happened, but ever since they made the SPF from 15 to 20 - it makes my face super oily. Kind of disappointed because the original was my favorite one.
Great product for men and women 4
hsbmore from Baltimore, MD
This has been the only product that does not leave my skin feeling oily, instead my skin feels fresh and moisturized after use. I only wish Kiehls would take out the 'for Men' from the label and instead suggest it for those with oily skin.
Best Men's Moisturizer! 5
ChaseB from Chattanooga, TN
This product works great on dry skin!
Satisfactory... 3
ATA531 from Los Angeles
I bought this moisturizer a few times, and while it did the job, there may be better products out there for you. Kiehls will moisturize but that's about it. The "fresh" and "cool" sensation is nice but lasts for only a few seconds. My face is relatively oily and in the mornings my face looks dull and pale. This product doesn't really help with that. I have to use Aveenos serum to help my skin look fresh and glowing alongside a moisturizer. Then I tried Jack Black's spf moisturizer and it is a superior product in my opinion. It's a light cream, it's natural, easy to put on, absorbs quickly and it just works better with my skin. I've also tried Aveenos spf moisturizer and its not bad. But overall having tried a few brands, JB is the best. Kiehls just doesn't absorb as well and because it doesn't have a pump, I went through them fairly quickly with the medium size. JB will last you a good 3 months. It's a bit pricier but well worth it. While Kiehls has heritage and a strong following, they are a bit overhyped and overpriced for what it actually is. To be fair, if you have super dry skin, Kiehls' gel may work better for you. In closing, try a few brands to get a fair comparison and see which one works best for you!
My husband's favorite face cream 5
Anastasia8877 from Orlando, FL
My husband loves it and panics when the cream runs out. He has been using it for a couple of years already. Tried cheaper mass market products, but returned to this one.
My favorite product from Kiehls 5
mmorgan24 from Arlington, TX
I originally received this as a gift. I use it as an after-shave and also part of my daily, morning routine, even if I don't shave. I've tried a TON of various after shaves and moisturizers, and this one is my favorite. It's light, smells good, and makes me feel ready to go. After buying the small bottles over and over, I finally started purchasing the big bottle. It's not the cheapest out there but I don't mind spending the extra bucks for a product a truly enjoy using.
Perfect moisturizer 5
Gabriel82 from New York
Absorbs great, not greasy at all and I have pretty oily skin. Leaves my skin soft, feeling energized and no shiny residue. Hasn't caused any breakouts and my skin actually feel and looks great. Totally recommend
Very nice 5
Tony from Florida
My skin got oily somehow and I needed something. Tried this product and my skin is normal to its normal self. Smells good but the smell does not stay which is nice.
I can't talk about the cap, I have it laying down in case it leaks.
WHY IS UNDER THE CAP SO MESSY NOW? 1
fixthecontainer from undisclosed
FIX the cap. Why is it leaking non stop? Are you kidding me? Whose idea was it to switch to this faulty container? Obviously there was zero T&E done at kiehls, zero regard towards consumers purchasing their premium products... got it.
My Every Day Facial Moisturizer 5
VLow from Jersey City, NJ, USA
Been using this product for years and it is a standard for my morning routine. It provides the skin protection (moisturization, UV protection) I'm looking for and leaves my skin pretty close to powder smooth. I highly recommend this product.
Best facial moisturizer 5
Kay1 from Washington, DC
This is the best facial moisturizer I've used. Great for people who have dry skin. Lasts for a full day as well
Is this a moisturizer or a cleanser? 3
julesg from Ohio
My male friend is now trying it and thinks it's more of an aftershave, leaves his face tingly. But after reading these comments, your description and video, which is it: a wash off cleanser or leave on moisturizer?
Why the pointless redesign of the bottle cap? 3
JDYY from New York
Decedent moisturizer but what's with the redesign of the bottle cap? It's asinine. You did it just so we go through the product faster by wasting it. I also have to clean the cap every time. I won't be buying this anymore.
Something changed 2
sads from brooklyn, ny
I've been using this product for years but the last batch I bought, something changed. (Kind of like the SPF version.) It's much thinner than it used to be. It's like someone poured water into it.
Also noticed if I apply it to my face after using the blue toner to exfoliate, it clumps into dry flakes. Didn't use to happen. Not fun.
New Flip Cap Design is Bad! 3
Salvio from Brooklyn, New York
I have been using this cream for over 10 years, truly amazing product! The product itself is still the best facial cream I have used. But I had to knock off 2 stars for the bad design of the new cap. Keihls! Please get back to the drawing board for the cap, it makes a total mess when it's time to flip open cap to reuse it, so much cream accumulates in there and I am constantly cleaning it. The old cap was much better, it had a small dimple which would set back into the hole so no cream would spew out while closed. Thanks!
Refreshing 5
MaleSkincareFan from Washington, DC
This moisturizer is perfect when the sun has set so you don?t need SPF but aren?t ready for bedtime. It?s refreshing and light. Leaves me feeling nicely moisturized and ready to go out and have a nice time. No oily residue. Slight blue tinge.
Husband Loves It 5
Carolyn from San Diego, CA
My husband has really dry skin, and this seems to work for him. He loves the smell and the packaging. I used to buy this at the Kiehl's store, but now Ulta carries it! I am super excited to get the rewards points at Ulta now.
Not for the dry skin type 2
JS03 from undisclosed
My skin usually gets very dry in the winter and I had been using the Panthenol protein moisturizing face cream which was discontinued. I had no issue with that product and moved over to using the facial fuel. I've been using it for about a month now but my skin stays white and dry still. Agree with the other review that states the lotion feels watery.
Feels watery 2
turtleboy from CA
I bought this a little while ago from the good reviews I read. After I first tried the product, it seemed to be watered down/runny. One drop could be spread across my face. I tried putting it in the refrigerator thinking that might help thicken it up, but didn't help. I feel like I might have gotten a bad batch as this doesn't seem like up to the standards of the other Kiehls I have used before.
What happened to the Facial Fuel Anti-Wrinkle Cream 3
JLH1 from Bonita Springs, FL
I was all set to reorder the anti wrinkle cream that is the only cream my husband has ever actually declare that he liked and it is no longer being offered!!!! I see there are other unhappy customers besides us. I will try this one for him but please bring the other back!!!! I hope it is refundable if he hates this one!! To submit this comment I needed to give Energizing Moisture treatment a rating.....my husband has not tried it yet so it may be better or worse than average....
Why did you make the product worse? 2
JohnnyBoy from CA
Really disappointing. They changed a great product to be runny and goopy. I won't be buying this product again. Almost impressed with how you've turned a terrific product into a total dud overnight.
