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Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil

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Kiehl's

Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil

cleanser · 175 ml · Skincare

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil is free of fragrance, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, parabens and MI / MCI, going by its full 24-ingredient list, with squalane and vitamin e. List checked November 5, 2026.

The catch: it contains essential oils (Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender Oil, Geranium Maculatum Oil) and labelled fragrance allergens (Linalool, Citronellol).

  • Fragrance-free
  • Contains essential oils
  • Contains labelled fragrance allergens
  • No drying alcohol
  • Sulfate-free
  • Silicone-free
  • Paraben-free
  • No MI/MCI
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Key ingredients in Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil

  • Squalane

    A light, skin-compatible emollient.

  • Vitamin E

    An antioxidant that protects the formula and the skin.

Full ingredient list, decoded

24 ingredients, in label order (highest amount first; below about 1% the order is free).

  1. 1Ethylhexyl PalmitateEthylhexyl Palmitate is a light, oily ester made from palmitic acid and a branched…
  2. 2Zea Mays Germ Oil/Corn Germ Oil
  3. 3Isopropyl MyristateIsopropyl Myristate is a light, oil-like ester made from myristic acid and isopropyl…
  4. 4Caprylic/Capric TriglycerideA light, plant-derived oil made from coconut or palm kernel fatty acids and glycerin.…
  5. 5Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate
  6. 6Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate
  7. 7Oenothera Biennis Oil/Evening Primrose Oil
  8. 8Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate
  9. 9SqualaneSqualane is a light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and helps it hold moisture.…
  10. 10Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil/Coriander Seed Oil
  11. 11PhenoxyethanolA synthetic preservative that helps stop bacteria, yeast and mold from growing in…
  12. 12Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender OilLavender oil is a fragrant oil steam-distilled from true lavender flowers, mainly used…Essential oils
  13. 13Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate
  14. 14Dicaprylyl EtherA light, oil-like ingredient that softens skin and hair and helps products spread…
  15. 15Dicaprylyl CarbonateA light, silky ester oil made from a fatty alcohol and carbonic acid, used to soften…
  16. 16Geranium Maculatum OilEssential oils
  17. 17Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil/Rosemary Leaf OilEssential oils
  18. 18LinaloolLinalool is a fragrance compound found naturally in flowers and herbs, and in skincare…Labelled fragrance allergens
  19. 19TocopherolTocopherol is vitamin E, a fat-soluble antioxidant. Its main job is to slow the…
  20. 20CitronellolCitronellol is a fragrance ingredient found naturally in plants like rose and…Labelled fragrance allergens
  21. 21GeraniolGeraniol is a fragrance molecule found naturally in plants like roses and geraniums. It…Labelled fragrance allergens
  22. 22LimoneneLimonene is a natural scent molecule found in citrus peel oils. It gives products a…Labelled fragrance allergens
  23. 23Glycine Soja Oil/Soybean OilA plant oil taken from soybean seeds. Its main job is as an emollient, a conditioning…
  24. 24Glyceryl Stearate CitrateA mild emulsifier made by combining glycerin, stearic acid and citric acid. It helps…

Source: Open Beauty Facts (ODbL), world.openbeautyfacts.org/product/3605971307928, retrieved November 5, 2026.

Every flag we check

CheckResultIngredients found
FragranceNone listed—
Essential oilsContainsLavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender Oil (#12), Geranium Maculatum Oil (#16), Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil/Rosemary Leaf Oil (#17)
Labelled fragrance allergensContainsLinalool (#18), Citronellol (#20), Geraniol (#21), Limonene (#22)
Drying alcoholNone listed—
SulfatesNone listed—
SiliconesNone listed—
ParabensNone listed—
MI / MCINone listed—
Formaldehyde releasersNone listed—
Mineral oil & petrolatumNone listed—
LanolinNone listed—
Chemical UV filtersNone listed—

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil fragrance-free?

Yes. Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil lists no parfum or fragrance, but it does contain essential oils (Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender Oil, Geranium Maculatum Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil/Rosemary Leaf Oil). Checked against its full ingredient list on November 5, 2026.

Does Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil contain silicones, sulfates or parabens?

Silicones: none listed. Sulfates: none listed. Parabens: none listed.

What is Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil good for?

By its ingredient list it fits mi allergy, psoriasis, pregnancy and dry skin: it passes every free-from rule we set for those needs. Key ingredients: Squalane and Vitamin E.

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