Kiehl's Ultra Facial Toner with Squalane — 8.4 fl oz Alcohol-Free Hydrating Face Toner with Avocado Oil & Vitamin E

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Toner with Squalane is an alcohol-free face toner that hydrates, soothes and refines skin texture while leaving the surface clean and balanced.

This lightweight toner is formulated to remove leftover traces of makeup and cleanser without stripping natural moisture. It blends squalane with nourishing plant oils — including avocado and apricot kernel oils — and vitamin E to support a soft, comfortable skin feel. pH-balanced and free of parabens, the formula is designed to work across a wide range of skin types and to integrate simply into morning and evening routines.

What does this toner do for my skin?

The toner preps skin by clearing away lingering residue and calming the surface so serums and moisturizers absorb more evenly. It focuses on gentle hydration rather than astringent drying, leaving the skin smoother in appearance and more receptive to subsequent products.

• Removes cleanser and makeup remnants without harsh alcohols.
• Helps refine uneven texture for a smoother skin surface.
• Locks in light hydration with squalane and plant oils.
• Maintains a balanced skin pH to support barrier function.

How should I include it in my skincare routine?

Use after cleansing: moisten a cotton pad or your hands and sweep the toner across face, avoiding the eye area. It’s suitable for both morning and evening steps and pairs well with targeted serums, treatments and moisturizers for an optimized regimen.

• After cleansing, apply with a cotton pad or by patting with palms.
• Follow with concentrated serums and finish with your preferred moisturizer.
• Can be used daily, morning and night, for consistent upkeep.

What key ingredients are included and why they matter?

The formula centers on squalane to support skin’s natural barrier and reduce moisture loss, while avocado and apricot kernel oils replenish and soften surface skin. Vitamin E helps provide antioxidant support and overall skin comfort; the absence of alcohol keeps the formula non-drying.

• Squalane: lightweight emollient that aids hydration and barrier resilience.
• Avocado Oil: nourishing, helps soften and condition skin’s surface.
• Apricot Kernel Oil: hydrates and contributes to smoother texture.
• Vitamin E: stabilizing antioxidant that supports comfort and finish.

Is this toner suitable for sensitive or oily skin?

The alcohol-free, pH-balanced formulation is crafted to be gentle, making it compatible with a range of sensitivities. Its non-stripping approach also makes it appropriate for drier skin types, while lighter emollients like squalane and plant oils suit combination and normal skin without creating heaviness.

• Alcohol-free for reduced irritation risk.
• pH-balanced to protect the skin’s natural acid mantle.
• Lightweight emollients that don’t feel greasy on oily skin.
• Paraben-free for those avoiding specific preservatives.

Who is this for? Kiehl's Ultra Facial Toner with Squalane is aimed at shoppers seeking a gentle, hydrating toner that preps skin for treatment steps while avoiding drying alcohols. Choose this if you want a straightforward post-cleanse product that refines texture, maintains balance and layers easily under serums and moisturizers. It’s a practical option for daily use by people with normal, combination, dry or sensitive skin who favor tried-and-true ingredients in a non-irritating base.

Ingredients

Aqua/Water, Glycerin, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Sorbitan Oleate, Ethylhexyl Salicylate, PEG-100 Stearate, Potassium Sorbate, Triethanolamine, p-Anisic Acid, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Sodium Hyaluronate, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis Oil/Sweet Almond Oil, Prunus Armeniaca Kernel Oil/Apricot Kernel Oil, Tocopherol, Persea Gratissima Oil/Avocado Oil