Kiehl's Ultra Facial Toner with Squalane — 16.9 fl oz Alcohol-Free Hydrating Toner with Avocado & Apricot Oils

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Toner with Squalane is an alcohol-free facial toner that soothes, hydrates and refines skin texture while removing lingering impurities.

This lightweight, pH-balanced toner is formulated to comfort all skin types without stripping natural moisture. Enriched with squalane to support the skin barrier, plus avocado and apricot kernel oils to nourish and soften, the formula helps prepare skin for serums and moisturizers. Designed for daily use after cleansing, it removes residue and gently refines skin's surface for a smoother look and feel.

How does this toner restore hydration without feeling greasy?

The formula uses squalane, a skin-identical emollient, to help maintain moisture balance without leaving a heavy or oily finish. Lightweight plant oils like avocado and apricot kernel provide additional nourishment while the alcohol-free base avoids the tightness that can follow drying toners.

• Squalane replenishes and helps protect the skin barrier.
• Avocado and apricot kernel oils deliver gentle, non-greasy nourishment.
• Alcohol-free, pH-balanced base prevents post-toning dryness.

Will this toner remove makeup and cleanse effectively?

Ultra Facial Toner is formulated to clear away lingering traces of cleansers, light impurities and residues without acting as a makeup remover. It’s best used after cleansing to ensure skin is free of surface debris and ready for the next skincare steps.

• Use with a cotton pad after cleansing to lift remaining residue.
• Does not replace targeted makeup removers for heavy or waterproof makeup.
• Helps refine skin texture for smoother application of subsequent products.

How should I use this toner in my daily routine?

After cleansing, saturate a cotton pad or your palms with toner and gently sweep or press it across the face, avoiding the eye area. Follow immediately with serums or moisturizer to lock in hydration and maximize product absorption.

• Apply morning and night after cleansing for consistent hydration.
• Pressing the toner into damp skin enhances absorption of later treatments.
• Suitable for layering with serums and creams for all skin types.

Is this product safe for sensitive skin and free from questionable additives?

The toner is alcohol-free and pH-balanced, formulated to minimize irritation and maintain comfort for sensitive skin. It is paraben-free and designed to be non-stripping, though patch testing new products is recommended for very reactive skin.

• Alcohol-free to reduce dryness and irritation risk.
• Paraben-free formulation for cleaner ingredient preferences.
• Gentle enough for daily use across various skin types.

Who is this product for? Kiehl's Ultra Facial Toner with Squalane is suited to anyone seeking a gentle, hydrating finishing step after cleansing—especially those who want to avoid drying alcohol-based toners. It’s ideal for people with normal to dry or combination skin who want a lightweight toner that supports the skin barrier and improves texture, and also for routine skincare users who want a reliable, everyday hydrating toner to prep skin for serums and moisturizers.

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