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Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser takes this one, winning 4 of 5 attributes.
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Where Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser really shines is hydration efficacy, scoring 9.1 compared to Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser's 4.1. With Glycerin, Betaine, and Cholesterol in its top ingredients, Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser delivers stronger moisture-binding capability.
Active Ingredient Strength is another area of separation. Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser scores 5.7 here versus 2.0 for Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser. That difference comes down to how each formula is built — the ingredient list tells the story.
Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser brings Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, and Ceramide Eop as actives, while kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser relies on Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract, Citrus Medica Limonum Extract / Lemon Fruit Extract, and Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract. Both approaches have merit, but the positioning and supporting ingredients make the difference.
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Kiehl's Since 1851 Ultra Facial Oil-Free Cleanser is better if you have
Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser wins this comparison with a meaningfully stronger ingredient profile and overall score.
Based on ingredient analysis, Kate Somerville DeliKate Soothing Cleanser scores higher overall. See the full score breakdown above for details on each attribute.
Yes, they share common ingredients. Check the ingredient face-off section above for a detailed comparison.
The key differences are in their active ingredients and formulation approach. Check the attribute battle above for a detailed breakdown.
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