Head to head
Lait-Crème Concentré vs Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane edges out Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré, 7.8 to 7.6. It wins on results, formula and texture and feel, while the Lait-Crème Concentré is stronger on value.
Benefit fingerprints
What each one does.
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane
Side by side
Every detail, compared.
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- Hydrating
- Dryness relief
- Smoothing
- Makeup removal
- Long-lasting moisture
- Barrier repair
- Hydrating
- Dryness relief
- • Prepping skin before makeup
- • Normal to dry skin that wants a simple, rich daily cream
- • Travelers who want one multi-purpose tube
- • Normal, dry or combination skin wanting a daily cream
- • A makeup-friendly, fragrance-free moisturizer
- • Buyers who want a refillable option
- Multi-use: moisturizer, makeup base, cleansing milk, mask, after-shave and after-sun
- Widely used by makeup artists as a smoothing base under foundation
- Labeled non-comedogenic and suitable for all skin types
- Fragrance-free, non-comedogenic and NEA Seal of Acceptance
- 4.5% squalane with pro-ceramides
- Light, fast-absorbing texture that works under makeup
- Contains fragrance; the separate Sensitive version is the fragrance-free option
- Mineral-oil base with no standout actives such as ceramides or niacinamide
- Expensive per ounce versus drugstore barrier creams
- Jar packaging makes dosing less hygienic and precise
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FAQ
Quick answers.
Which is better, Lait-Crème Concentré or Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane?
Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane edges out Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré, 7.8 to 7.6. It wins on results, formula and texture and feel, while the Lait-Crème Concentré is stronger on value.
Which is better value?
Embryolisse Lait-Crème Concentré works out to about $12.62 / oz and Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream with Squalane to about $23.07 / oz, based on typical non-Amazon retail prices when we last checked.
How do you score them?
Both are scored on the same five-factor rubric (results, formula & ingredients, texture & experience, value, community love), using the formula or specs, verified creator reviews, community consensus and value. Brands can’t pay for placement.

