Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream

All Skin Types, including Dry and Sensitive Skin

A lightweight medicated face cream with Colloidal Oatmeal and α-Bisabolol that works to relieve and repair extremely dry, sensitive skin.

Red jar of Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream Whip, 50ml size, showing a whipped cream texture.

Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream texture, lightweight medicated face cream for dry and sensitive skin with skin barrier protection, suitable for eczema-prone skin and to apply post-shaving

Person applying the Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream on cheek, highlighting benefits such as comforting and hydrating skin while reducing dryness and visible redness

Ingredient benefits of Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream, featuring micro‑colloidal oatmeal to soothe and protect skin, dexpanthenol to support moisture barrier repair, and alpha‑bisabolol to help calm and comfort sensitive skin

Three Kiehl’s creams on a red background, labeled for different skin needs: Ultra Facial Cream for normal skin, Ultra Facial Oil-Free Gel Cream for oily skin, and Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream for irritated skin.

Before and after close‑up of cheek showing reduced redness after using Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream

Three Kiehl’s skincare products labeled as a routine: Step 1 Cleanse (Ultra Facial Barrier-Hydrating Cleanser), Step 2 Recover (Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream), and Step 3 Protect (Better Screen UV Serum) on a white and red background.

Red jar of Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream, a lightweight medicated facial cream designed to comfort, hydrate, and help repair extremely dry and sensitive skin

Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream and Ultra Facial Cream shown together for comfort and daily hydration.

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Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream

A lightweight medicated face cream with Colloidal Oatmeal and α-Bisabolol that works to relieve and repair extremely dry, sensitive skin.

Old price New price A$79.00

50 ml

Old price New price A$79.00

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Proudly Partnering with the Eczema Association of Australasia

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream has been assessed and recognised for suitability on eczema-prone skin by the EAA. Find out more here.

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What It Is

Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream is a medicated facial cream formulated to comfort and replenish extremely dry, sensitive skin. This soothing face cream helps protect against everyday skin aggressors while visibly reducing skin redness. Enriched with 1% Colloidal Oatmeal, Dexpanthenol and α-Bisabolol, its lightweight yet nourishing formula helps support the skin’s moisture barrier and deliver lasting hydration. Designed to melt seamlessly into the skin, this colloidal oatmeal face cream helps ease visible dryness and irritation, making it suitable for daily use including after shaving or on mild eczema prone skin.

What It’s Good For

Skin feels comforted in 5 seconds*
-71% visible redness**
Skin moisture barrier repair from 1st use***
Can be used twice daily for skin hydration
Suitable for all skin types, including sensitive and mild eczema-prone skin
Suitable for use post shaving

*consumers self assessment, 65 subjects, 5 seconds after application.
**cosmeto-clinical study. 65 subjects, after 4 weeks of twice daily usage.
***instrumental test, 27 subjects.

Key Ingredients

1% COLLOIDAL OATMEAL

Colloidal Oatmeal is an over-the-counter recognised skin protectant ingredient and one of the most studied natural ingredients used in skincare. Our Colloidal Oatmeal is milled down to 33 microns to help release six beneficial skin relieving compounds including Avenanthramides, Beta Glucan, Proteins, Oat Lipids, Vitamin E and Polysaccharides. In our formula, these components help to deliver soothing relief while reducing itch and discomfort.

DEXPANTHENOL

Also known as Provitamin B5, Dexpanthenol helps support skin barrier regeneration and repair.

α-BISABOLOL

Derived from Chamomile, we are using the active α-alpha form of Bisabolol, used for its soothing and calming effects on the skin.

How to Use

Use a cleanser and toner on skin and pat dry
Apply a dime-sized amount to skin
Gently press into forehead, cheeks and chin before massaging in upward circles
For those with dry, sensitive skin, use in place of your moisturiser to repair and recover skin meltdowns
Follow by applying SPF for UV protection

Use morning and night, or whenever skin feels extremely sensitive, dry, or reactive. This colloidal oatmeal face cream also works as a gentle post-procedure face cream.

Complete Your Routine

Step 1

CLEANSE

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Barrier- Hydrating Cleanser on skin

Ultra Facial Barrier-Hydrating Cleanser

Old price New price A$62.00

Step 2

TONER

Ultra Facial Toner

One size only

250 ml

Old price New price A$54.00

Step 3

MOISTURIZE

Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream

One size only

50 ml

Old price New price A$79.00

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream different from Ultra Facial Cream?

Our Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream is powered by Colloidal Oatmeal and is ideal for daily use when your skin is experiencing a skin emergency such as extreme sensitivity, dryness, reactivity or immediately following a procedure. The creamy, smooth texture helps soothe and calm eczema‑prone, redness‑prone, and irritated skin.

Ultra Facial Cream, on the other hand, is a daily face moisturiser that focuses on long-lasting hydration and skin moisture barrier support for all skin types.

Can I use Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream morning and night?

Can I layer the Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream with another face moisturiser?

Yes! If your skin needs extra hydration, you can layer it with another face moisturiser. Apply the Meltdown Recovery Cream first to soothe and comfort the skin, then follow with your face moisturiser, such as our Ultra Facial Cream, or apply a thin layer of our Ultra Facial Advanced Barrier Cream on top for additional soothing relief. Read our article on How to Hydrate Your Skin to learn more about skin hydration.

Should you use Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream if you experience skin sensitivity every day?

If you experience skin sensitivity (whether in the form of dryness, irritation, redness, etc.) on a daily basis, Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream is a great addition to your daily routine. This innovative formula gently melts and absorbs efficiently into the skin providing fast and comfortable relief daily while maintaining hydration in the skin. Read our Ultimate Guide on Sensitive Skin.

How long should I use Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream after a skin meltdown?

Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream delivers effective hydration to help soothe inflamed, dry, rough and sensitised skin - common signs of a skin meltdown. For best results, we recommend using this comforting formula for up to four weeks following skin inflammation, a meltdown or post-procedure. Gentle enough for ongoing use, it can also be used daily as part of your everyday skincare routine.

Does the Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream layer well under UV protection?

Traditionally, thicker occlusive salves or creams are recommended for post-procedure skin, why does the texture of Ultra Facial Medicated Recovery Cream make it ideal for skin going through extreme sensitivity or post-procedure?

The melting texture of Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream is ideal for reactive skin. Its key ingredient, colloidal oatmeal, is milled to 33 microns for enhanced coverage and absorption, forming a light, flexible protective film thanks to its microscopic structure. Combined with a soothing base, this colloidal oatmeal face cream delivers a smooth, gliding texture that layers comfortably under UV protection and makeup for optimal hydration support.

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Ultra Facial Barrier-Hydrating Cleanser

Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream

A lightweight medicated face cream with Colloidal Oatmeal and α-Bisabolol that works to relieve and repair extremely dry, sensitive skin.

SKINCARE SUBSCRIPTION

HOW IT WORKS:

Proudly Partnering with the Eczema Association of Australasia

1% COLLOIDAL OATMEAL

DEXPANTHENOL

α-BISABOLOL

Complete Your Routine

Ultra Facial Barrier-Hydrating Cleanser

Ultra Facial Toner

Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream different from Ultra Facial Cream?

Can I use Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream morning and night?

Can I layer the Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream with another face moisturiser?

Should you use Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream if you experience skin sensitivity every day?

How long should I use Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream after a skin meltdown?

Does the Ultra Facial Meltdown Recovery Cream layer well under UV protection?

Traditionally, thicker occlusive salves or creams are recommended for post-procedure skin, why does the texture of Ultra Facial Medicated Recovery Cream make it ideal for skin going through extreme sensitivity or post-procedure?

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