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Kiehl's Since 1851 Midnight Recovery Omega-Rich Cloud Cream

This night cream is designed to work while you sleep, delivering a dose of omega fatty acids to support the skin's lipid barrier. Its airy texture makes it a pleasure to apply, and it aims to leave skin looking and feeling plumper and more hydrated by morning.

Sephora price

$62.00

Price matters most when you are trying to learn whether this lane belongs in your routine without turning the test into a luxury gamble.

Sephora reviews

4.4 / 5

About 357 reviews on the current Sephora source, so there is real volume behind the reputation.

Shoppers keep mentioning

Without ParabensHydratingBest for Dry SkinDrynessDullnessLoss of firmnessUneven Texture

These are the shopper themes that keep showing up around this listing and shape why people open it in the first place.

Glass take

4.4 / 5 overall fit

A rich, omega-packed night cream that visibly plumps and hydrates, ideal for dry and mature skin types seeking to combat dullness and loss of firmness.

Kiehl's Since 1851 Midnight Recovery Omega-Rich Cloud Cream

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What Sephora says

What this product is supposed to do

A moisturizing botanical face cream, formulated with omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, that visibly increases the plumpness of skin while you sleep.

NormalDryCombinationOilyDrynessDullnessLoss of Firmness and Elasticity

Apply this cloud-like night cream after cleanser, toner, and serum.

With clean fingertips, massage a pea-size amount onto skin.

Gently pat excess cream.

Finish nighttime skincare routine with Kiehl's Since 1851’s number-one face oil, Midnight Recovery Concentrate Moisturizing Face Oil (sold separately).

What Glass adds

What actually matters before you buy it

A solid choice for dry, dull, or mature skin that needs a boost of hydration and nourishment overnight. It complements oil-based treatments well, especially Kiehl's own Midnight Recovery Concentrate.

Overnight transformation

Many users praise how their skin feels significantly more hydrated and plump after a single night's use.

Texture and scent

The lightweight, cloud-like texture and subtle botanical scent are frequently mentioned as positives.

Best for

When this is a smart buy

Dry or dehydrated skin
Mature skin
Dullness
Loss of firmness

Skip if

When this is the wrong lane

You have very oily skin and prefer lightweight gel textures
You are looking for an active treatment serum

Routine fit

Where this fits in your nighttime routine

Apply this cream as the last step in your nighttime skincare routine, after cleansing, toning, and applying any serums or treatments. It works well layered over Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Concentrate.

Why it works

Where it earns the slot and where it does not

The useful question is not whether this product is good in a vacuum. It is whether it makes your routine easier to run or just adds one more bottle with a familiar ingredient on it.

What it actually does well

Intensely hydrating
Contains beneficial omega fatty acids
Pleasant, airy texture
Visibly plumps skin

Where it starts to feel redundant

May be too rich for very oily skin types
Does not contain traditional anti-aging actives like retinoids or strong exfoliants

Routine fit

Where it belongs in the stack

Nighttime

This is a night cream designed to work with your skin's natural repair cycle overnight.

Glass rating

How this formula scores in real life

4.4/ 5 overall

A rich, omega-packed night cream that visibly plumps and hydrates, ideal for dry and mature skin types seeking to combat dullness and loss of firmness.

Hydration

4.5 / 5

Delivers deep, lasting moisture without feeling heavy.

Texture

4.4 / 5

The 'cloud-like' texture is airy and absorbs well.

Plumping effect

4.3 / 5

Users report a noticeable increase in skin plumpness.

Full ingredient breakdown

Every ingredient, what it does, and whether I care

Solvent

Aqua / Water

Badness

0.0 / 10

The base of the formulation, dissolving other ingredients.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant

Glycerin

Badness

0.0 / 10

Attracts water to the skin, helping to keep it hydrated and soft.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Badness

0.0 / 10

Derived from coconut oil and glycerin, it's a skin-conditioning agent that helps replenish lost lipids.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient/Emulsifier

Cetearyl Alcohol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A fatty alcohol that softens and smooths skin, and helps to stabilize the cream's texture.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant/Solvent

Propanediol

Badness

0.0 / 10

A plant-derived ingredient that helps draw moisture to the skin and improves product texture.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient

Butyrospermum Parkii Butter / Shea Butter

Badness

1.0 / 10

A rich butter known for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Dry, sensitive skin

Watch for

Can be comedogenic for some acne-prone individuals.

Emollient

Squalane

Badness

0.0 / 10

A highly stable, plant-derived emollient that mimics skin's natural sebum, providing excellent moisture without greasiness.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially dry and mature

Watch for

None

Emollient

Dicaprylyl Carbonate

Badness

0.0 / 10

A lightweight emollient that improves skin feel and spreadability.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier/Emollient

Glyceryl Stearate

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to mix oil and water components, and also softens skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Thickener/Absorbent

Cellulose

Badness

0.0 / 10

Can help thicken formulations and absorb excess oil.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emulsifier

Cetearyl Glucoside

Badness

0.0 / 10

A gentle emulsifier derived from coconut and corn.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Emollient/Antioxidant

Passiflora Edulis Seed Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

Passionflower seed oil is rich in linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid that helps support the skin barrier.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal skin

Watch for

None

Fragrance/Skin Conditioning

Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

Geranium oil, used for its scent and potential skin-conditioning properties.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Fragrance/Skin Conditioning

Rosa Damascena Flower Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

Rose oil, known for its fragrance and potential soothing properties.

Usually helps with

Normal, dry skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Fragrance/Skin Conditioning

Lavandula Angustifolia Oil / Lavender Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

Lavender oil, used for its scent and potential calming properties.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Fragrance/Skin Conditioning

Lavandula Hybrida Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

A hybrid lavender oil, used for its scent.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Emollient/Antioxidant

Glycine Soja Oil / Soybean Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

A plant-derived oil that can help condition and soften skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, normal skin

Watch for

None

Fragrance/Skin Conditioning

Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil / Coriander Seed Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

Coriander seed oil, used for its scent.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Emollient

Simmondsia Chinensis Seed Oil / Jojoba Seed Oil

Badness

0.0 / 10

Mimics skin's natural sebum, providing excellent moisture and balancing properties.

Usually helps with

All skin types, especially oily and combination

Watch for

None

Fragrance/Antioxidant

Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil / Rosemary Leaf Oil

Badness

2.0 / 10

Rosemary leaf oil, used for its scent and antioxidant properties.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Emollient/Skin Conditioning

Oenothera Biennis Oil / Evening Primrose Oil

Badness

1.0 / 10

Rich in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), an omega-6 fatty acid that helps soothe and moisturize skin.

Usually helps with

Dry, sensitive, mature skin

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Zinc Gluconate

Badness

1.0 / 10

A mineral salt that can help with skin conditioning.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Thickener/Absorbent

Sodium Polyacrylate Starch

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to thicken the formula and can absorb excess oil.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Absorbent/Thickener

Silica

Badness

0.0 / 10

Can help absorb excess oil and improve texture.

Usually helps with

Oily, combination skin

Watch for

None

Skin Conditioning

Adenosine

Badness

1.0 / 10

A naturally occurring compound that can help soothe and condition skin.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Humectant/Preservative Booster

Caprylyl Glycol

Badness

0.0 / 10

Helps to moisturize skin and can enhance the effectiveness of preservatives.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

pH Adjuster/Exfoliant

Citric Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

Used to adjust the pH of the formula. In higher concentrations, it's an AHA exfoliant.

Usually helps with

All skin types (at low concentrations)

Watch for

Can cause irritation at high concentrations or for sensitive skin.

Thickener/Emulsifier

Xanthan Gum

Badness

0.0 / 10

A common thickening agent that improves product texture.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Antioxidant

Tocopherol

Badness

1.0 / 10

Vitamin E, an antioxidant that helps protect skin from environmental damage.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Exfoliant

Salicylic Acid

Badness

3.0 / 10

A BHA that exfoliates inside pores, helping to clear congestion. In this formulation, it's likely at a low concentration for preservation or mild exfoliation.

Usually helps with

Oily, acne-prone skin

Watch for

Can cause dryness or irritation if used too frequently or with other strong exfoliants.

Preservative

Benzoic Acid

Badness

1.0 / 10

A common preservative used to prevent microbial growth in cosmetic products.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Colorant

Ci 77007 / Ultramarines

Badness

0.0 / 10

A blue pigment used for color.

Usually helps with

All skin types

Watch for

None

Fragrance Component

Linalool

Badness

2.0 / 10

A naturally occurring fragrance compound found in many plants, used here for scent.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Fragrance Component

Geraniol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A naturally occurring fragrance compound, used here for scent.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Fragrance Component

Citral

Badness

2.0 / 10

A naturally occurring fragrance compound, used here for scent.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

Fragrance Component

Citronellol

Badness

2.0 / 10

A naturally occurring fragrance compound, used here for scent.

Usually helps with

Normal skin

Watch for

Can be a skin irritant for some sensitive individuals.

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FAQ

The fast answers people actually need

Is this cream good for dry skin?

Yes, this cream is specifically formulated with omega fatty acids and squalane to provide deep hydration, making it an excellent choice for dry skin.

Can I use this if I have oily skin?

While it's formulated for dryness, some combination or even oily skin types might find it suitable for nighttime use if they experience dehydration. However, those with consistently oily skin may prefer a lighter texture.

What is the texture like?

The cream has a 'cloud-like' texture, meaning it's airy and lightweight despite being rich in moisturizing ingredients. It absorbs well into the skin.

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