Today I have for you a review featuring Kiehl's hydro-plumping re-texturizing serum concentrate.
I bought this serum in late June last year (2017) after receiving few samples of it at the Kiehls counter. One thing I love adore about Kiehls, they are always lovely, helpful and generous with their samples. No matter where in the world I was visiting one of their counters it always was a pleasant experience.
Kiehl's serum hydro plumping is available at any Kiehl's counter, in their online store or at Sephora.
What is it
Kiehl's serum hydro plumping serum concentrate is a hydrating serum containing 15% plant-based glycerine and Shiso Leaf extract. Also has antiaging properties.
Who is it for
Dry skin
Please be careful if you sensitive, it contains citric acid which can be a trigger
Also, Butylene Glycol and Dimethicone can be comedogenic
How do you use it?
Kehl’s recommends
Apply Hydro-Plumping Re-Texturizing Serum Concentrate into the palm of your hand and then smooth over entire face and neck.
I use it after the cleanser, toner/mist, and the eye cream.
How long did I test it
Six months
Other products I used at the same time with
Cleansers Midnight Recovery Cleanser, Garnier Micellar water, Sukin Super Greens Facial Cleansing Oil
Tonner Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 8% AHA Gel, Superoxide Dismutase Saccharide Mist
Serums Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex II Serum, Matrixyl 10% + HA, Subq Anti-Age, Recharge Serum with colostrum oil
Moisturisers Cold-Pressed Virgin Marula Oil, Predermine
Claims
A serum concentrate that gives new life to dull, tired skin
• Utilizes next generation liquid-to-serum technology to hydrate skin’s deepest surface layers intensively
• Clinically demonstrated to help correct the signs of age-related dehydration
• Youthfully plumps skin, smoothing the appearance of fine lines & rough texture
• Formulated with a potent complex of 15% plant-based Glycerin and Shiso Leaf Extract
Ingredient list
kiehl's retexturizing serum ingredients as presented on their site
AQUA / WATER, GLYCERIN, DIMETHICONE, PROPANEDIOL, DIMETHICONE/PEG-10/15 CROSSPOLYMER, POLYMETHYLSILSESQUIOXANE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, PHENOXYETHANOL, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, CHLORPHENESIN, SODIUM CITRATE, p-ANISIC ACID, DISODIUM EDTA, PEG-10 DIMETHICONE, SODIUM HYDROXIDE, ADENOSINE, PERILLA OCYMOIDES EXTRACT / PERILLA OCYMOIDES LEAF EXTRACT, CITRIC ACID
What’s formulated without
Paraben-free
Sulfate free
Alcohol-free
Natural
Man-made
Cruelty-Free
Khiel's products are not cruelty-free, Khiel's is part of L'Oreal Group, they do some testing on animals
Vegan
Yes
How does it smell?
Very light almost no smell, fresh
Can it be taken around the eyes
Yes
What did I like about:
While as itself this serum won’t give me enough hydration, layered with other products this serum is absolutely brilliant. It was literally supercharging any other serum I layered with it.
My skin type is dry going to very dry and dehydrated; I think for a healthy skin type this will provide a right amount of hydration by itself and probably won't be needed to layer other serums and oils. Another thing that I like it was the packaging, light but sturdy, pump dispenser, very hygienic and the spreadability of it, a little goes a long way; I needed less than recommended amount ( parts because I layer it with other products)
What I didn’t like about
The so claimed ’72 hours of hydration’, like really who is going to try that! I must admit it crossed my mind for a second*grin to not wash my face for three days to test that but then I’m normal I have a life and a job so.... sorry I haven't tested it that way ...Mission impossible.
Claims like these make me giggle– how would one really know that this was delivering on these claims without skipping the cleanse/shower. Yes, there are fancy tech tests for that, but the product is designed for people, not fancy tech tests. I mean don’t get me wrong I love Kiehls, and my bank account is a testimonial for my love, but still, that’s a funny claim.
Now back on the serious matter, unfortunately for my dry-dehydrated skin, this serum is not enough on its own unless I am using quite a hydrating moisturizer. If I want to skip straight to the makeup after using this serum, and I'm not talking here about a full glam face but just a tiny bit everyday kinda makeup, my skin would be so dry that will literally drink up my base and leave my make up so patchy.
Price:
$58.00 1.7 oz
Would I repurchase?
Yes, just because if I layer it well it looks absolutely superb under the make up
I've been dying to try this serum. I love kiehls, they have one of the best skin care lines (in my opinion). I definitely want to buy this now!
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot for reviewing Kiehl's hydro re-texturizing serum and yes, I agree with you that someone will hardly test its claim for ’72 hours of hydration’.
ReplyDeleteI've heard and see Kiehl's product a lot but I never tried before. I love how it's paraben free!
ReplyDeleteI love Kiehl's products and this was one I've been dying to test for a while. After reading your review, I'm nearly super convinced - only because I have sensitive / combination skin!
ReplyDeletei'm not into makeup, but given the information i could pass this along to my mother!
ReplyDeleteI have the most dry skin, especially living in Beijing! I will give this a try. I'll take anything I can get to help!
ReplyDeleteI need to take better care of my skin! This looks like a good idea for me to try, you're skin looks amazing
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a lovely products, I have combination skin so I think this may work for me. I love the Midnight Recovery!
ReplyDeleteAmi xxx
www.ami-rose.com
Such a well outlined post. I for one inherited dry skin and living in a cold climate doesnt help it one bit. Thanks for the information.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great review!! It sounds great, I really need a new serum and this one sounds like it could be just the thing!
ReplyDeleteGreat review! I'm so glad that it is cruelty free and vegan. It looked like a smooth serum. I'll have to consider it next time I run out.
ReplyDelete~Sharon
http://www.FearlessPursuits.com
I have heard so much about Kiehls but have never been able to afford this brand. i loved reading your review mainly because it is very honest and straight forward. This product is not for me as I have ageing, sensitive and acne prone skin but I can share this review with a lot of people I know with dry skin who can use it if they like.
ReplyDeleteI've never heard of this product or the company. That's probably because I don't have the budget for it, but I certainly could use an anti-aging product that really works for aging, dry skin.
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