Moisturizing helps to prevent dryness, slows the signs of aging, helps fight acne,
protects you from the sun, and soothes the skin giving you a youthful appearance. In this video,
I have with me 2 amazing products that I think a lot of you guys want to know how they compare,
and if there is one thats better than the other. The Kiehl’s Ultra facial cream vs the First Aid
Beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration. Definitely stay tuned till the end,
and youll know exactly which one is better and why you would want to go with that one.
Ive been getting a lot of questions on different products, and which one is better for each skin
type, so I decided to make a video on 2 of the most popular moisturizers on the market. I'll be
making more comparison videos in the future, just like this one with a lot more products,
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So to make this video hopefully easy to follow and easy to refer back too. Ill first start out with
what the Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream has in common with the the First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream,
then ill break down each of them into their own respective components, weigh the pros and cons
so you dont have too, and then finish it off with my final take. And for full disclosure,
I bought these with my own money, no one has sent them to me, so my review is totally mine and i
think its great to be transparent about that. So please like the video, if you enjoy transparency.
Now: These guys are both going to contain excellent moisturizing properties and are great
solutions to dryness, fine lines/wrinkles, and helping to look younger. The both do not contain
alcohol, any sulfates, and parabens. And theres a total of 9 ingredients that they share, making it
a great all purpose moisturizer. You get ceramides and glycerin with both which increases skin
hydration and squalene with both which increases the suppleness and texture. Now the thing with
squalene, its a highly versatile fatty molecule, that has anti inflammatory properties with it,
so with that you gotta make sure to use a gentle cleanser to clean out your pores first before you
apply moisturizer, cuz you dont want natural skin oils and bacteria to play in the mix.
Let’s dive a little deeper and start with the first one here: the kiehls ultra facial
cream. First off, the product feels thick and creamy, kinda feeling like butter
as it quickly melts and absorbs in. I like to avoid touching the jar with my hands,
so for best practices use a product spoon, to apply to your fingers then face and make sure
you are tightly sealing the jar once done. For some it may leave them feeling a little greasy,
but I mean if you use the amount your supposed to, which the website says a dime sized amount,
Ive had no problems with greasy feeling afterwards. It can be used both morning and
night and is marketed as effective for all skin types, even sensitive skin which is a big plus.
Now right away, There are some notable differences with Kiehl’s that is not present in the First aid
beauty. The first thing you may notice is on the jar you have whats called glacial glycoprotein.
And not sure to what extent that is used to enhance the moisture, but from what is known,
its sourced from antarctic sea glaciers to help maintain the skins moisture balance for longer.
Secondly, it contains Vitamin E which is not found in first aid beauty. And in the form
of tocopherol we get loads of antioxidants which helps protect your skin from pollution
and reduce hyperpigmentation. Which are both great bonuses that you get on top of moisture. The third
thing you get with the kiehl’s product is the fact that if you look at the end of the ingredients,
you also get a little touch of salicylic acid, so you will get some exfoliating during your
moisturization which for some is a plus, but I can understand if you dont want that in a moisturizer
too, not sure where I stand with that, but it may not be a tie breaker for you. And lastly,
one other thing that popped up was if you look carefully, youll also find: Persea Gratissima oil.
Which is just fancy for avocado oil. So apparently: Avocado oil not only replenishes,
smooths, and softens skin, it’s also able to visibly calm skin and is a good source of
natural antioxidants such as vitamins A, C, D, and E. So I like what they did there. So
if you are one to appreciate the unique approach of glacial glycoprotein moisture, want a vitamin
e for antioxidants and acne scars, a touch of salicylic acid to help give you a cleansing push,
avocado oil, and a heavier feel, you might want to consider the kiehls ultra facial cream. Also guys,
if your liking the content, please give it a like down below before we get to the second product.
Now lets dive into the first aid beauty Ultra Repair Cream Intense Hydration. First off
this product doesnt feel too thin but also doesnt feel ultra thick. . It has more of a lotion-like
texture than anything else and it's easy to spread around. And A little definitely goes a long way. I
can see why some people might like thicker creams, since light creams never feel moisturizing to me,
and I like that it is a little on the thicker side. Some notable things that stand out to
me with the first aid, that the kiehls one doesnt have is that: although there is no
glacial glycoprotein in here, it does have an amazing ingredient. Colloidal Oatmeal.
Which is a skin protectant that relieves itching and minor irritation caused by eczema,
rashes and other skin conditions. They actually include it as their first ingredient which is
going to calm down redness or irritation if your prone to them. Also if your wondering at all,
the product doesnt at all smell like oatmeal. Both these products are both actually scentless which I
personally like. The second notable ingredient is the shea butter, which im a fan of because its An
emollient rich in vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids, that helps moisturize and protect the
skin barrier. Third difference is that it contains allantoin, which helps calm and soothe the skin,
and lastly, it contains an antioxidant booster that protects your skin from environmental factors
using, Licorice Root, Feverfew and White Tea extracts. Also if your a conscious consumer of
skincare products, you might like the fact that first aids beauty moisturizer is cruelty free,
which could in fact be a tie breaker for you. So if your one to like a moisturizer
that uses the benefits of colloidal oatmeal and shea butter to give you those calming effects
for eczema or irritation, you like a lighter feel, and you are a fan of allantoin in your moisturizer
to give you a push of skin cell regeneration at the same time, You may consider going with
the first aid beauty one as it may in fact be a better choice for more sensitive skin types.
Now, no video is complete without really addressing some concerns with both products.
Because remember, this is all about transparency. As far as the kiehls ultra facial cream,
one thing that may make your skin feel a little bit more oily is the fact that it contains stearic
and palmitic acid. These 2 ingredients may worsen oily skin. Secondly if your skin is more acne
prone, some people break out with myristic acid, which isnt definitive, but something to consider
as it does have a comedogenic rating of 3, which means it has the potential to clog pores. As
far as the first aid beauty ultra repair cream, it does contain cetearyl alcohol,
which may or may not clog pores, but as we can see it has a comedogenic rating
of 2, which means that it has the potential to clog pores but a lower chance.
These arent major factors at all, just wanted to include them for nit picking sakes.
They are both amazing products if your in the market for a quality moisturizer
that makes your skin soft and glowy without irritating it. And If you want maximum hydration,
moisture retention, and overall softer skin, these 2 creams are both great choices, and with
the information Ive provided, I hope it gives you better insight to choose the one that works best
for you. I personally am a bigger fan of the first aid beauty, it’s a little bit more budget friendly
and I feel like you get all the same benefits. Like this video, if you learned anything and Leave
a comment down below if you have any questions, I would be happy to answer them. Until then,
I aspire to see you all live your best life, and ill see you guys on the next one