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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream versus First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream .

Last updated on February 12, 2024. Published on May 27, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe general moisturizers. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain Vitamin E

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens or sulfates

What's Inside

They both contain silicones

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General Moisturizer American Brand United States
General Moisturizer American Brand United States

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

General Moisturizer

All-purpose moisturizers hydrate the top layer of skin cells.

Price

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Buy Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream

Starts at $38.00
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Starts at $36.00

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

BHA
Vitamin E

Benefits

Hydrating
Acne Fighting
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Vitamin E
Exfoliators
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging (2)
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
Irritating (2)
Rosacea
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 1.

First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

2
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Dimethicone is a silicone used for making products smooth and silky. It also has the added benefit of sealing in hydration. The amount of dimethicone found in beauty products is considered safe and non-comedogenic, meaning it won't clog pores.

Dimethicone has been found increase absorption in skin, boosting the benefits of other ingredients. While there is concern for the safety of dimethicone, the levels used in skincare are safe for use.

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 4.

First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 5.

3
What it does: Preservative
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent germ and microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.

It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 7.

First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 29.

4
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 9.

First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 23.

5
What it does: Emollient, Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Community Rating: Liked

Caprylyl Glycol is a humectant and emollient, meaning it attracts and preserves moisture.

It is a common ingredient in many products, especially those designed to hydrate skin. The primary benefits are retaining moisture, skin softening, and promoting a healthy skin barrier.

Though Caprylyl Glycol is an alcohol derived from fatty acids, it is not the kind that can dry out skin.

This ingredient is also used as a preservative to extend the life of products. It has slight antimicrobial properties.

Learn more about Caprylyl Glycol

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream contains this as ingredient number 11.

First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream contains this as ingredient number 21.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

45% are loved or liked
14% have mixed ratings
36% are disliked or very disliked
5% have no rating yet
45% are loved or liked
21% have mixed ratings
21% are disliked or very disliked
14% have no rating yet

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream 22 ingredients

4.3 /5
from 3 ratings
MeaganClare's avatar

MeaganClare

1 year ago · Combination Skin
Review

Great moisturizer for summer
This cream is great for oily skin. I discontinued using this as I needed a more powerful moisturizer to repair my...

Great moisturizer for summer
This cream is great for oily skin. I discontinued using this as I needed a more powerful moisturizer to repair my skin's moisture barrier, but I think it will be great in the summer and for those without the same issue with chemically drying their skin's top layer, lol

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TinaVidovic_79

7 months ago · Unsure Skin
Review

not too greasy, well under makeup, skin loves it

First Aid Beauty Hello FAB Coconut Water Cream 29 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 2 ratings
Hydrating (2) Light (2) Absorbs Well (1) Broke Me Out (1)
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rachaelolivia

3 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

i bought this for the first time back in 2020 as a recommendation from hyram on youtube, and haven’t used any other moisturiser in the day since. i...

i bought this for the first time back in 2020 as a recommendation from hyram on youtube, and haven’t used any other moisturiser in the day since. i have very oily + blemished skin but also dehydrated and sensitive and this is perfect for me. it never makes me more oily and helps with oil production through the day, but also doesn’t dry me out at all. so many moisturisers break me out sadly but this is one that never has. i’d describe it as being a sort of mix between a gel and cream texture and it goes on my skin super easily and it always feels hydrating :) id recommend for any oily skin types, but would suggest using something thicker/heavier at night!

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BubbIes

2 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

Pretty solid lightweight moisturizer for those with oily and acne prone skin. This broke me out, but not nearly as badly as other products. It...

Pretty solid lightweight moisturizer for those with oily and acne prone skin. This broke me out, but not nearly as badly as other products. It might've been because my skin doesn't take to most things during the day or the tocopherol, I'm not sure. I don't dislike it though, my skin is just really picky. My mom has sensitive skin too and she loves this, so YMMV

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