Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil Cleanser 5.9 oz — lightweight, makeup-removing, squalane-infused

Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil is a lightweight, plant-based oil cleanser that dissolves makeup and impurities while leaving skin soft and replenished.

This gentle cleansing oil combines botanical extracts and replenishing lipids to remove dirt, sunscreen and long-wear makeup without stripping the skin. Designed for after-hours skin care, its aromatic lavender notes create a comforting ritual while ingredients like evening primrose oil and squalane help support the skin’s natural barrier. The formula is non-comedogenic and ophthalmologist-tested, making it suitable for use around the eye area.

How does this cleansing oil remove makeup without leaving skin greasy?

The formula uses lightweight botanical oils that bind to oil-based impurities, allowing them to rinse away when emulsified with water. Instead of leaving an oily film, the cleanser transforms into a milky rinse that lifts residue and rinses clean, so skin feels soft rather than slick.

• Emulsifies on contact with water to remove waterproof and long-wear makeup
• Non-comedogenic oil blend minimizes pore-clogging risk
• Squalane helps restore lipids for a balanced finish

Can I use it on my eyes and sensitive areas?

Yes — the product is ophthalmologist-tested and formulated to be gentle around the eye zone. It dissolves mascara and eye makeup effectively when massaged onto dry skin, then rinsed after emulsification.

• Ophthalmologist-tested for safer eye-area use
• Softens and lifts eye makeup without harsh rubbing
• Lavender essential oil adds soothing aromatics without aggressive actives

What are the key botanical ingredients and how do they help?

The cleanser features a blend of plant-derived oils chosen for cleansing and skin comfort. Evening primrose oil contributes hydrating fatty acids, squalane supports barrier replenishment, and lavender essential oil provides calming scent and sensorial benefits.

• Lavender essential oil — calming aroma to enhance nighttime routine
• Evening primrose oil — supplies moisturizing fatty acids
• Squalane — helps maintain softness and barrier resilience

How should I incorporate it into my skincare routine?

Use the cleansing oil as the first step in your evening cleanse or anytime you need to remove heavy makeup. Massage into dry skin, emulsify by adding water, then rinse; follow with your preferred water-based cleanser or treatment to complete your regimen.

• Dispense 3–4 pumps into dry or wet hands
• Massage into dry skin including the eye area, add water to emulsify, then rinse
• Follow with toner, serum or lotion as desired

Who is this for: Kiehl's Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil suits anyone seeking an effective, gentle makeup remover that prioritizes skin comfort. It’s ideal for those who wear sunscreen or long-wear cosmetics, people with combination to dry skin looking for extra softness after cleansing, and users who prefer plant-forward formulas that are non-comedogenic and safe for the eye area. Avoid if you have specific sensitivities to lavender or any listed ingredient; patch-test first if you’re prone to reactions.

Ingredients

Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Zea Mays Germ Oil/Corn Germ Oil, Isopropyl Myristate, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Polyglyceryl-10 Dioleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Dicaprate, Oenothera Biennis Oil/Evening Primrose Oil, Polyglyceryl-2 Oleate, Squalane, Coriandrum Sativum Seed Oil/Coriander Seed Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Lavandula Angustifolia Oil/Lavender Oil, Isopropyl Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Dicaprylyl Ether, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Geranium Maculatum Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil/Rosemary Leaf Oil, Linalool, Tocopherol, Citronellol, Geraniol, Limonene, Glycine Soja Oil/Soybean Oil, Glyceryl Stearate Citrate.