Ultra Facial Skin Barrier Repair Balm with Squalane

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Skin Barrier Repair Balm is barrier care in stick form — an invisible squalane balm you swipe on wherever skin feels dry, at home or on the go. It hydrates immediately, fortifies the skin barrier, and disappears under or over makeup without a trace.

What it actually does

• Targets dryness where and when it hits. The stick format means you can top up on dry cheeks, around the nose, or anywhere skin feels tight — mid-day, mid-flight, mid-commute.
• Strengthens the moisture barrier. Squalane absorbs easily and is known for replenishing the barrier, while pro ceramides reinforce its strength. In Kiehl's instrumental testing, a single application improved moisture-barrier function five-fold at the four-hour mark versus untreated skin, with all-day hydration from one application.
• Hydrates deeply. Glacial glycoproteins intensely hydrate and help keep skin's moisture balanced.
• Goes invisible. It applies sheer with no visible residue and sits cleanly both under and over makeup.
• Suits every skin type. Kiehl's lists it for normal, dry, combination and oily skin — including dry and sensitive. The formula is free of parabens, phthalates, mineral oil, sulfates (SLS & SLES) and other callouts, with under one percent synthetic fragrance.

How to use

1. Swipe a sheer layer over clean skin or on top of makeup, up to four times a day.
2. Be generous on very dry areas — layer it on where skin needs more support.
3. Not just for the face: it can be used on dry patches on the body as needed.

Is it right for you?

Questions

Can I apply it over makeup?

Yes — it's designed to blend seamlessly both under and over makeup. Swipe gently over finished areas and it stays invisible rather than lifting your base.

Is it good for oily skin, or only dry?

Kiehl's lists it as suitable for normal, dry, combination and oily skin. On oilier skin, use it as a targeted swipe on dry zones rather than all over.

How often can I reapply?

Up to four times a day in sheer layers. Kiehl's instrumental evaluation comparing one application with three found the barrier strengthened with each swipe.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery takes 3 to 21 working days, depending on availability. In-stock items arrive at the shorter end of that range.

How can I pay, and what about returns?

Pay by credit card, debit card, Instapay and mobile wallets — no cash on delivery. Returns are accepted for defective, damaged or expired items only, reported within 1 day of delivery; refunds go to the original payment method within 15–30 days.